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Beech RC-45J

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Aircraft model · Fixed wing multi engine · Airplane · registry code 1151021

Manufacturer (registry)
BEECH
Model
RC-45J
Registry code
1151021
Registered
4 aircraft
Type
Fixed wing multi engine
Engines
2 · Reciprocating
Seats
10
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Cruise speed
153 mph
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDSA-765
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 · 7

1943Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 7

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

1972In forceSuperseded2026
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  FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_directive.parquet' d
  WHERE d.ad_id IN (SELECT ad_id FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_directive.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('1151021'))
  ORDER BY coalesce(d.effective_date, d.publication_date, d.issue_date) DESC, d.ad_number DESC"

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Registered aircraft · 4

N145JMelton Ricky N · Luttrell, TNBuilt 1943 · S/N 51233N40189Jacob Mark K · East Lansing, MIBuilt 1943 · S/N 51218N4207American Airpower Hrtg Flg Museum · Dallas, TXBuilt 1943 · S/N 67124N7032Gohman Charles S · Salinas, CABuilt 1943 · S/N 67232
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  FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_registration.parquet'
  WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('1151021')
  ORDER BY n_number"

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NTSB investigations · 3

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 1 case 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 2 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB GAA15CA120Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech RC 45J · Everett, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a runway excursion, and a collision with a sign.Jun 11, 2015 · N585PB · Substantial damageNTSB MIA96LA136Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech UC45J · Opa Locka, FLinadequate inspection of the fuel line connector by company maintenance personnel, and failure of a connector resulting in a fuel leak and fire.May 2, 1996 · N64819 · Substantial damageNTSB FTW87LA205Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech RC-45J · Houston, TXThe pilot was practicing landings, almost to a full stop, when the accident occurred. He had asked a commercial pilot to accompany him on this flight. The plt stated that on the fourth landing the left main gear went slightly off the left edge of the runway…Aug 20, 1987 · N11249 · Substantial damage
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  FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c.\"mKey\" = a.case_mkey
  WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('1151021')
  ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"

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FAA incident reports · 4

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

Accident 19960502009199ABeech RC45J · Miami, FLLost right engine fuel pump on climbout. Landing fire in same engine. Smoke blinded ran into canal. Fuel line leak.May 2, 1996 · N64819 · Substantial damageIncident 19950509014219IBeech RC45J · Miami, FLDuring taxi to runway collided with a parked tug.May 9, 1995 · N64819 · Minor damageIncident 19920409019729IBeech RC45J · Ft Lauderdale, FLEngine sputtered on takeoff roll. Aircraft veered off runway. Carburetor linkage loose causing power loss.Apr 9, 1992 · N64819 · Minor damageAccident 19870819075729ABeech RC45J · Houston, TXVeered off runway on rollout. Struck a ditch. Tail wheel in locked position. Tail wheel swiveled almost 90 degrees.Aug 19, 1987 · N11249 · Substantial damage
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  FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet'
  WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('1151021')
  ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC"

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Service difficulty reports · 2

SDR 2007FA0000663Control Arm · crackedDURING COMPLIANCE WITH AD 77-19-07 PARA B, DYE PENETRANT INSPECTION REVEALED 2 POSSIBLE DEFECTS, 0.75 INCH AND 0.5 INCH LONG. BOTH INDICATIONS RADIATING FROM THE TAPERED PIN ON THE STARBOARD SIDE OF THE CONTROL ARM. INDICATIONS CONTINUED TO APPEAR AFTER REPENov 21, 2006 · N145J · Beech RC45J · Wing, Attach FittingsSDR 96ZZZX2657Engine · fireFIRE IN RIGHT WHEELWELL DURING LANDING. WHILE LANDING, TOWER INFORMED THE PILOT THERE WAS FIRE COMING OUT OF WHAT APPEARED TO BE THE RIGHT ENGINE. AT THIS POINT, THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED AND IS UNDER IVNESTIGATION BY THE NTSB AND THE FAAMay 2, 1996 · N64819 · Beech RC45J · Engine (Reciprocating)
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  WHERE aircraft_model_key = 'RC45J'
  ORDER BY difficulty_date DESC"

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STCs that may be installed · 78

Approved for this model: the STC’s model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. The registry doesn’t record which STCs an aircraft has.

STC SA01800SEFabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control.TCW Technologies, LLCSTC SA01861SEFabrication and installation of Landing Light ControllerTCW Technologies, LLCSTC SA04837NYInstallation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lightsAeroLED's Holdings, LLC
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  FROM (
    SELECT stc_number, min(matched_model) AS matched_model
    FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_stc.parquet'
    WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('1151021')
    GROUP BY stc_number
  ) m JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_stc.parquet' s USING (stc_number)
  ORDER BY s.status = 'Current' DESC, s.status_date DESC, s.stc_number"

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