# Aerostar International RX-6 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 7486006 - Manufacturer (registry): AEROSTAR INTERNATIONAL INC - Model: RX-6 - Aircraft type: Balloon - Category: Balloon - Engines: None - Seats: 1 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A15CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A15CE) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Balloonacy LLC - Registered aircraft: 1 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aerostar-international-rx-6 Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [AD 2013-03-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-03-10): Hardware · Aeronaut Instruction Research Skysailor 105, Skysailor 90, 110C and 439 more. Effective Mar 19, 2013 - [AD 93-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-16-13): Fuel Hose · Aerostar International 110P, 78C, 90C and 20 more. Effective Oct 15, 1993 - [AD 90-25-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-25-09): Suspension Cables · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, RX-8 and 8 more. Effective Jan 14, 1991 - [AD 86-10-11 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-10-11-R1): Fuel Supply Hose Assemblies · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, S-40A and 6 more. Effective Jul 10, 1986 - [AD 81-21-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-21-02-R1): Hook And Pile Fastener Tape · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, S-40A and 5 more. Effective Mar 8, 1984 - [AD 76-03-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-03-04): Gondola Liner · Aerostar International RX-6. Effective Feb 13, 1976 - [AD 75-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-19-04): Valve System · Aerostar International RX-6, S-40A, S-50A and 2 more. Effective Sep 17, 1975 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (1) - [SAIB CE-11-44](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-44): Fuel: Cylinder Strap Installation. Issued Jul 13, 2011 ## Registered aircraft (1) - [N91081](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N91081): [Sturge Gregory R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STURGE%20GREGORY%20R), [Tulsa, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Tulsa), S/N RX6-3003 ## NTSB investigations None matched to aircraft with this model. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to aircraft with this model. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (13) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC SB09657RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB09657RC): Installation of Aircraft Position Lights. Albuquerque Balloon Center, Inc - [STC SB04407AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB04407AT): Installation of the DBI-III Omega. Balloonacy, Ltd. LLC - [STC SB917GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB917GL): Addition of a refueling adapter to the main fuel line. LTA Aviation Inc - [STC SB00601NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB00601NY): Installation of Aerostat Envelopes model W-100-4 replacement envelope. DiGiovanni Ronald T - [STC SA2738SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2738SW): Installation of an electric operated valve. John Terry - [STC SB00407LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB00407LA): Installation of foam padded tank covers. John Terry - [STC SA5469NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5469NM): Installation of position light. Great American Balloon Co Inc - [STC SA2758SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2758SW): Installation of revised deflation valve. AERCO - [STC SL1572SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL1572SO): Replacement of envelope fabric. Head Balloons Inc - [STC SB2299NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB2299NM): Installation of position lights. Kelly Nancy K - [STC SL163GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL163GL): Modification: Move the velcro 4 to6 inches back away from the lip of the deflation port. Enlarge deflation panel. Wiederkehr Matt H - [STC SB9WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB9WE): Installation of a digital readout balloon envelope temperature indicator. Advanced Aircraft Components - [STC SB4WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB4WE): Installation of digital readout balloon envelope temperature indicator. Advanced Aircraft Components ## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (16) Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first. - [P/N SAT-52934](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F016F302F9BF91B986257D510058B55D.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Spring Top. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52934 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51982-7](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/ED200106207BCA2A86257D510058B4BE.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Rip Top. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51982-7 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51880-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D6F5E43A965C049186257D510058BDA5.0001): Spring Pocket Rect. 5/8 opening. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-1 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-17982](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BF0AF5DE6063474E86257D510058AFF4.0001): Skirt RX6/7 HPII. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 17982 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-53114](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9BA5B743A0997A6286257D510058B3CE.0001): Skirt Dipper RX6/RX7 ELS/ELSS. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 53114 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52545](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/91870D2E41EB2F6586257D510058B23E.0001): Skirt Dipper RX6/RX7. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52545 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51880-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/8C7CA2F43552825386257D510058BDCC.0001): Spring Pocket Rect. 7/8 opening. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-2 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52957](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/5E1E9E2FCEE43D4A86257D510058B78D.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Aerochute. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52957 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51880-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/59CB9A82C9EEA8BB86257D510058BDF4.0001): Spring Pocket Back-up Rect.. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-5 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52948](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/11EFB5BA1D89129586257D510058B6C5.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Parachute. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52948 · Sep 10, 2014 - [ARP53115](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C44DD7816A302EAF86257BBA00482E38.0001): Cable Set, 4-point, RX6/RX7, Carabiner Steel [ELS]. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 53115 · Jul 7, 2013 - [ARP53116](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3898702DA2979AD386257BBA00482E39.0001): Cable Set, 4-point, RX6/ RX7, Carabiner Kevlar [ELS]. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 53116 · Jul 7, 2013 - [All parts noted on John Terry Master Drawing List TCC 001 as listed on Approved Model List SB00408LA](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2F62196899E6528D8525704D004C82BC.0001): Tank Cover. Terry Associates · Modification part · Nov 6, 2000 - [All parts noted on MDL TCC 001 as listed on AML No. SB00408LA](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C97689D806730C3A8525704D004C84D0.0001): Tank Cover. Terry Associates - Aerostatic Engineering · Modification part · Sep 2, 1997 - [RP105](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/CCE3289944F8E4728525703F004DD362.0001): Replacement Panel. Custom Nine Designs Inc · Replaces D-12600 Gores 1-12 Station 8-67.25 · Oct 5, 1994 - [Dwg 100-01](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1406C80067C79ECF8525703D006949BF.0001): Refueling Adaptor. Balloons Unlimited of Wis Inc · Modification part · Dec 12, 1993 ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Raven Industries RX6](https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-industries-rx6): 10 registered aircraft, registry code 7480502 - [Mueller Doug RX6](https://openairdocs.org/model/mueller-doug-rx6): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 056263Y --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.