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Aircraft model · Fixed wing single engine · Airplane · registry code 1151242

Manufacturer (registry)
BEECH
Model
C23
Registry code
1151242
Registered
456 aircraft
Type
Fixed wing single engine
Engines
1 · Reciprocating
Seats
4
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Cruise speed
116 mph
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDSA1CE
Holder
Textron Aviation Inc.

Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

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Aircraft by year built · 750

1969Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 26

ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.

1971In forceSuperseded2026
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Information bulletins that may apply · 1

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Registered aircraft · 456

N113JRGrant Jose A · Jefferson, GABuilt 1975 · S/N M-1615N1223TBeech Club LLC · Meadville, PABuilt 1980 · S/N M-2272N128PTaddeo Brent J · Cumming, GABuilt 1979 · S/N M-2220
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STCs approved for this model · 212

STC SA00024NYInstallation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K007 on single or multi-engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Lycoming reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.Airwolf Filter CorporationSTC SA00061LAInstallation of JPI digital tachometer.J P InstrumentsSTC SA00081NYInstallation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.Alcor LLC
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NTSB investigations · 391

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 58 cases NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events

In the probable cause, 2008 on

Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings

First occurrence, 1982 to 2007

Of 197 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB ERA26LA196Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedPreliminary reportBeech C23 · Bangor, MEOn May 01, 2026, at 1604 eastern daylight time, a Beechcraft C23 airplane, N18516, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Bangor, Maine. The private pilot and flight instructor were uninjured. The airplane was operated as a Title…May 1, 2026 · N18516 · Substantial damageNTSB ERA26LA128Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBeech C23 · Knoxville, TNThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a ditch.Feb 12, 2026 · N1988L · Substantial damageNTSB CEN26LA021Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBeech C23 · Tulsa, OKThe pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a hard bounced landing.Oct 15, 2025 · N2130W · Substantial damage
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FAA incident reports · 728

Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Accident 20260501005429ABeech C23 · Bangor, METhe subject aircraft, a [privacy data omitted], departed runway 33 for a part 141 training flight with a certified flight instructor and a private pilot aboard. The private pilot was pilot-in-command for departure. During climb-out at approximately 1,000…May 1, 2026 · N18516 · Substantial damageAccident 20260212007249ABeech C23 · Knoxville, TNOn 02/12/2026 at Knoxville Downtown Island Airport (dkx) pilot was performing first flight following the completion of aircraft annual inspection. Pilot conducted preflight inspection and run-up. No abnormalities were noted. Pilot indicated there were no…Feb 12, 2026 · N1988L · Substantial damageIncident 20251125018139IBeech C23 · Bangor, MEPilot narrative: "On November 25, 2025, at approximately 1205 local time, I was taxiing aircraft on the General aviation ramp at Bangor International Airport after completing a solo training flight. I was Proceeding to park in front of the Maine instrument…Nov 25, 2025 · N23HK · Minor damage
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Service difficulty reports · 104

SDR 2023FA0000096Magneto · destroyedBOTH MAGNETOS WERE REMOVED AS PART OF THE ANNUAL INSPECTION AND SENT TO NORVIC AERO ENGINES LTD (FAA APPROVAL 33NY343C) FOR THEIR 500 HOUR INSPECTION. THE MAGNETOS WERE RETURNED WITH 8130 PAPERWORK, RE-INSTALLED AND FOLLOWING COMPLETION OF THE ANNUAL INSPECTIOFeb 13, 2023 · N6632L · Beech C23 · Magneto/DistributorSDR 2023FA0000095Magneto · damagedFOLLOWING A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT ON MONDAY 13/2/23 OF A MAGNETO FAILURE AND EMERGENCY LANDING AT SLEAP AIRFIELD. STRIP AND INSPECT CARRIED OUT 16/2/23 ACCOMPANIED BY NAE QUALITY MANAGER, INITIAL EXTERNAL INSPECTION SHOWS ROTOR SHAFT TO BE BENT AND SEIZED, MARKSFeb 13, 2023 · N6632 · Beech C23 · Ignition SystemSDR CA190522007Slip Ring · out of position(CAN) SLIPRING FOUND INCORRECTLY POSITIONED ON ROTOR SHAFT AND BRUSH BLOCK ASSY FOUND IN CONTACT WITH THE SLIPRING WIRES. (TC# 20190522007)May 17, 2019 · Beech C23 · Alternator-Generator Drive
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The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

Beech C 231 registered aircraftRegistry code 1152975
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