# Beriev BE-103

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 05615W5
- Manufacturer (registry): BERIEV AIRCRAFT COMPANY
- Model: BE-103
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 2 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 6
- Weight class: 12,500 to 19,999 lb
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A55CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A55CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Beriev Aircraft Company
- Registered aircraft: 2
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/beriev-be-103

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.

None matched.

## Registered aircraft (2)

- [N13KL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N13KL): [N13kl LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N13KL%20LLC), [Lewes, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Lewes), built 2003, S/N 3301
- [N29KL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N29KL): [N13kl LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N13KL%20LLC), [Lewes, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Lewes), built 2003, S/N 3302

## NTSB investigations (1)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB ERA10LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA042), Oct 30, 2009: Beriev BE-103 (N13KL), Miami, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A malfunction of the landing gear retraction/extension and indication system for undetermined reasons, which resulted in one or more components being improperly positioned for the water landing.

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 20091030050749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20091030050749A), Oct 30, 2009: Beriev Airc BE-103 (N13KL), Miami, FL, Substantial damage. Aircraft took off from kopf with 2 passengers. After take off, pilot selected gear up handle. Pilot got intransit indication followed by two up and one…

## Service difficulty reports (1)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2009FA0000343](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2009FA0000343), Apr 21, 2009: STUD. UNSERVICEABLE. DURING ANNUAL INSP, 2 OF THE 6 PROPELLER MOUNTING STUDS WERE FOUND TO BE SNAPPED OFF ON THE LT PROP AND LYING IN THE BOTTOM COWL. THESE STUDS ARE SET INTO THE P

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (2)

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 SA03286CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03286CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corporation
- [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation

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