# Aerostar International S-50A - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 7485050 - Manufacturer (registry): AEROSTAR INTERNATIONAL INC - Model: S-50A - Aircraft type: Balloon - Category: Balloon - Engines: None - Seats: 4 - 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: 4 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aerostar-international-s-50a 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 80-01-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-01-03): Parachute Top Release · Aerostar International S-50A, S-55A and S-60A. Effective Jan 7, 1980 - [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 (4) - [N2876D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2876D): [Jutras Joan C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JUTRAS%20JOAN%20C), [Loxahatchee, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Loxahatchee), built 1986, S/N S50A-3001 - [N6526S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6526S): [Davis John C IV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAVIS%20JOHN%20C%20IV), [Evergreen, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Evergreen), built 1987, S/N S50A-3002 - [N9043V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9043V): [Bulkley James C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BULKLEY%20JAMES%20C), [Harveys Lake, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Harveys%20Lake), built 1997, S/N S50A-3004 - [N9184J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9184J): [Stevens Patrick](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STEVENS%20PATRICK), [Phoenix, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Phoenix), S/N S50A-3005 ## NTSB investigations None matched to aircraft with this model. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to aircraft with this model. ## Service difficulty reports (1) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 96ZZZX5215](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX5215), Sep 10, 1996: TANK. CHAFE DOOR. UPON INSPECTION OF FLOOR ASSY, VISUAL CHAFING OF STRUCTURAL ALUMINUM U-TUBING WAS OCCURRING DUE TO ABRASION BY PROPANE FUEL TANK. WICKER WAS ALREADY BROKEN. SUG ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (17) 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 SB10564SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB10564SC): Installation of Night Position Lights. Highland Balloon Repair, CRS NHMD682X - [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 SA2737SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2737SW): Removal of LPG regulator. AERCO - [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 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 SL962SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL962SO): Installation of ball lock pins, MS 17985-545 or MS 17984-545. Balloons, Inc - [STC SB4WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB4WE): Installation of digital readout balloon envelope temperature indicator. Advanced Aircraft Components - [STC SL575SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL575SO): Installation of ABP-181 automatic balloon pilot (automatic temperature control). Cline J Donald - [STC SA1720SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1720SW): Install four burner can assembly. Cutter Flying Service, Inc ## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (13) 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-52920](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FB6F872F6912696B86257D510058B355.0001): Skirt Dipper S-50A/S52A Small. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52920 · 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-52543](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BD035E1A58E550DB86257D510058B1ED.0001): Skirt Dipper S50A/S52A Large. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52543 · 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-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-52264-12](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/5283BDF63F9E855286257D510058BE95.0001): Red Deflation Strap 80-ft.. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52264-12 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51982-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/51CBE022EAEB303686257D510058B3F6.0001): Deflation Panel S55A Rip Top. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51982-2 · Sep 10, 2014 - [ARP52824-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9F7B6E544922574E86257B080075B582.0001): Cable Pair A, 4 point, S50A/S52A, Caribiner/Kevlar Susp. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 52824-2 · Jan 24, 2013 - [ARP52824-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7766DCB1DD90B71B86257B080075B57D.0001): Cable Pair C, 4 point, S50A/S52A, Caribiner/Kevlar Susp. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 52824-1 · Jan 24, 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 - [RP101](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9EB4D607301D92E68525703F004DD35E.0001): Replacement Panel. Custom Nine Designs Inc · Replaces D-05957 Gores 1-24 Station 8-68 · 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 S-50A](https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-s-50a): 12 registered aircraft, registry code 7480204 - [Lovell Kenneth S-50A](https://openairdocs.org/model/lovell-kenneth-s-50a): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 0560452 - [Raven Vulcoon R S-50A](https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-vulcoon-r-s-50a): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05604XW --- 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.