# Grumman G-159 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 3952202 - Manufacturer (registry): GRUMMAN - Model: G-159 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 2 · Turbo-prop - Seats: 21 - Weight class: 20,000 lb and over - Cruise speed: 262 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 1A17](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/1A17) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - Registered aircraft: 4 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/grumman-g-159 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 2026-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-02): Navigation · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership 18, 49-46, 80-A and 555 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026 - [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2006-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-25-02): Structural assemblies · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Jan 11, 2007 - [AD 2001-18-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-18-05): Flight Eagle Tires · Boeing 720 Series, 720B Series, 111 and 6 more. Effective Sep 24, 2001 - [AD 2000-10-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-10-11): Pneumatic Deicing Boots · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Jun 26, 2000 - [AD 98-13-30](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-13-30): AFM - Limitations Section - Power Levers · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Jul 29, 1998 - [AD 98-04-36](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-04-36): AFM - Limitations Section - Icing · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Mar 25, 1998 - [AD 97-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-16-05): Wing Center Section Skin · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Sep 5, 1997 - [AD 97-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-14-13): Engine Mount Tube And Upper Diagonal Truss · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Aug 15, 1997 - [AD 97-14-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-14-10): Main Landing Gear Fittings · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Aug 7, 1997 - [AD 97-14-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-14-09): Elevator Trim Tab Actuators Mounting Lugs · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Aug 7, 1997 - [AD 97-14-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-14-08): MLG Uplock Beam Bracket · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Aug 7, 1997 - [AD 96-25-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-25-12): Auxiliary Power Units · BAE Systems HS 748 Series 2A, HS 748 Series 2B, 707-100 Long Body and 74 more. Effective Jan 13, 1997 - [AD 95-26-15 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-15-R1): Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 159 more. Effective Dec 26, 1996 - [AD 95-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-22-01): Fluorescent Lighting System · Aerospace Lighting Fluorescent lighting systems, A310-203, A310-204 and 74 more. Effective Dec 4, 1995 - [AD 94-01-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-01-05): Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System II Processors · Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213 and 85 more. Effective Feb 4, 1994 - [AD 87-05-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-05-51): Floor Proximity Lighting · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-100B Short Body and 48 more. Effective May 18, 1987 - [AD 84-20-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-20-08): Forward/AFT Eng. Mount Assys. · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Jan 22, 1985 - [AD 81-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-04-02): Incorporation Of AFM Revisions · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Feb 12, 1981 - [AD 79-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-06-03): Electrical Shunts · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-159. Effective Apr 2, 1979 - [AD 77-13-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-13-01): Jumpseat · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-159. Effective Apr 21, 1978 - [AD 74-23-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-23-08): Fire Extinguishers · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Nov 15, 1974 - [AD 73-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-14-07): Interior Lining Attachments · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-159. Effective Sep 30, 1974 - [AD 72-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-07-08): Main Landing Gear Drag Brace · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Mar 30, 1972 - [AD 71-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-23-02): Attachment Fittings · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Nov 26, 1971 - [AD 67-02-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-02-04): Accessory Gear Boxes · British Aerospace Argosy AW.650 Series 101, Accessory Gear boxes, G-159 and 1 more. Effective Jun 23, 1970 - [AD 69-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-20-03): Fuel Temperature Indicator · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Jan 23, 1970 - [AD 69-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-21-02): Cabin Superchargers · British Aerospace Argosy AW.650 Series 101, F27 Mark 100, F27 Mark 300 and 18 more. Effective Oct 9, 1969 - [AD 68-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-23-01): Cabin Superchargers · British Aerospace Argosy AW.650 Series 101, F27 Mark 100, F27 Mark 300 and 18 more. Effective Nov 21, 1968 - [AD 67-33-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-33-04): Aileron Control Idler · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Dec 30, 1967 - [AD 65-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-13-04): Nose Gear Strut Assembly · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Jun 12, 1965 - [AD 65-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-09-03): APU Turbine Wheel · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Apr 21, 1965 - [AD 62-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-26-02): Integral Tanks · Gulfstream Aerospace G-159. Effective Dec 6, 1962 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 74-08-09 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-08-09-R2) (historical): Waste Receptacles · Aero Spacelines 377, 377MG, 377SGT and 268 more. Effective Jul 29, 1996 ## Registered aircraft (4) - [N170PA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N170PA): [Phoenix Air Group Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PHOENIX%20AIR%20GROUP%20INC), [Cartersville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Cartersville), built 1965, S/N 054 - [N171PA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N171PA): [Phoenix Air Group Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PHOENIX%20AIR%20GROUP%20INC), [Cartersville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Cartersville), built 1968, S/N 192 - [N192PA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N192PA): [Phoenix Air Group Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PHOENIX%20AIR%20GROUP%20INC), [Cartersville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Cartersville), built 1964, S/N 149 - [N234MM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N234MM): [Walt Disney World Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WALT%20DISNEY%20WORLD%20CO), [Lake Buena Vista, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Lake%20Buena%20Vista), built 1963, S/N 121 ## NTSB investigations (7) 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 IAD97WA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD97WA067), Apr 6, 1997: Gulfstream G1 (N2NC), Goma, Uganda, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW94IA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94IA035), Nov 16, 1993: Grumman G159 (N806W), Pineville, LA, incident, minor damage. Probable cause: AN ENCOUNTER WITH A WET MICROBURST, ON FINAL APPROACH AT 200 FEET AGL, WHICH EXCEEDED THE PERFORMANCE CAPABILITY OF THE AIRCRAFT. - [NTSB FTW90MA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90MA161), Aug 23, 1990: Grumman G-159 (N80RD), Houston, TX, destroyed, 3 fatal. Probable cause: PARTIAL FAILURE OF THE LEFT ENGINE FUEL PUMP, WHICH RESULTED IN A PARTIAL LOSS OF POWER IN THE LEFT ENGINE, BUT NOT ENOUGH OF A POWER LOSS TO TRIGGER AND/OR COMPLETE THE AUTOFEATHERING OPERATION OF… - [NTSB DCA83AA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA83AA032), Jul 16, 1983: Grumman G-159 (N68TG), Blountville, TN, destroyed - [NTSB FTW78FA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW78FA084), Sep 24, 1978: Grumman G-159 (N91G), Houston, TX, destroyed - [NTSB IAD74II054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD74II054), Apr 8, 1974: Grumman G-159 (N8E), Charlestown, SC, incident, minor damage - [NTSB MKC68A0003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC68A0003), Jul 11, 1967: Grumman G-159 (N861H), Le Center, MN, destroyed, 2 fatal ## FAA accident and incident reports (26) 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. - [Incident 20070730826769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070730826769I), Jul 30, 2007: Gulstm G159 (N198PA), Point Mugu, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) N198PA was on approach to landing at kntd, crew observed that the l/h landing gear down light had not illuminated. Pilots initiated a go around and… - [Incident 19980319011959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980319011959I), Mar 19, 1998: Gulstm G159 (N3NA), Huntsville, AL, Minor damage. Narrative: the aircraft landed on runway 17 at Redstone arsenal. When the aircraft was at approximately 80 knots, three deer ran across the runway from left to… - [Accident 19900823035319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900823035319A), Aug 23, 1990: Gulstm G159 (N80RD), Houston, TX, Destroyed, 3 fatal. Left engine compressor stall on nose high,slow speed,early liftoff. Left wing hit. Cartwheeled. Prop not feathered. - [Incident 19900315015469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900315015469I), Mar 15, 1990: Gulstm G159 (N717RA), Riverside, CA. Lost directional control on a crosswind takeoff. Veered to the right and hit a runway light. - [Incident 19880315041949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880315041949I), Mar 15, 1988: Gulstm G159 (N750BR), Basel, FR, Minor damage. Fluid leak left engine. Shut down. No hydraulics. Veered off runway due to no brakes or steering. Hydraulic leak. - [Incident 19880228012009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880228012009I), Feb 28, 1988: Gulstm G159 (N328CA), Dallas-Ft Worth, TX, Minor damage. Struck the wing tip of a parked aircraft while following instructions from lineman to the gate. - [Incident 19870623036459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870623036459I), Jun 23, 1987: Gulstm G159 (N126K), Binghamton, NY. An engine was shut down due to a blower hot light indication. Aircraft landed safely. Broken wire in cannon plug. - [Incident 19870430036109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870430036109I), Apr 30, 1987: Gulstm G159 (N721RA), Shreveport, LA, Minor damage. Electrical fire from passenger light panel. Returned, extinguished the fire. Found a broken wire arcing. - [Incident 19870302009989I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870302009989I), Mar 2, 1987: Gulstm G159 (N245CA), Dallas-Ft Worth, TX. Returned for landing using alternate system to lower flaps and landing gear. Hydraulic leak in right wheel well. - [Incident 19861118073239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861118073239I), Nov 18, 1986: Gulstm G159 (N722RA), Houston, TX, Minor damage. Small flame extinguished after snapon connector on cabin lighting panel overheated and shorted out. - [Incident 19861117065239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861117065239I), Nov 17, 1986: Gulstm G159 (N126K), Rochester, NY, Minor damage. Antenna fell off in flight. Attach screws were not tightened after previous maintenance. - [Incident 19860808053709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860808053709I), Aug 8, 1986: Gulstm G159 (N142TG), Indianapolis, IN. Left gear failed to show down and locked on landing. Repositioned engine drain line to prevent door hangup. - [Incident 19860108003539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860108003539I), Jan 8, 1986: Gulstm G159 (N245CA), Moran, TX. Left engine oil pressure low light came on and gauge indicated low. Engine shutdown. Leaking turbine o ring. - [Incident 19850512036479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850512036479I), May 12, 1985: Gulstm G159 (N17CA), Abilene, TX. Overran end of runway after landing. Wind direction variable due to thunderstorm. Proficiency check. PIC and SIC. - [Incident 19850113004509I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850113004509I), Jan 13, 1985: Gulstm G159 (N328CA), Alexandria, LA. Pilot used emergency extension for landing gears. Rod end of main gear actuator separated. Grumman PNNR159HM101571. - [Incident 19841214071959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841214071959I), Dec 14, 1984: Gulstm G159 (N328CA), Abilene, TX. Outboard tire and wheel assembly came off during previous departure. Inboard and out board bearings failed. - [Incident 19840329015599I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840329015599I), Mar 29, 1984: Gulstm G159 (N126K), Denver, CO. Unable safe nose gear indication. Gear held on landing. Installed lock pins. Found sand on nose gear lock assembly. - [Incident 19840118009449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840118009449I), Jan 18, 1984: Gulstm G159 (N126K), Charlotte, NC, Minor damage. Left generator failed and overheat lights came on. Shutdown engine and landed. Found generator case broken in half. - [Accident 19830715075959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830715075959A), Jul 15, 1983: Gulstm G159 (N68TG), Bristol-Johnson, TN, Destroyed. Landed long at dusk in haze. Ran off end of runway down slope into a fence. - [Incident 19820401023029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820401023029I), Apr 1, 1982: Grumav G159 (N65CE), Vicksburg, MS, Minor damage. Used main gear for speed brake for descent. Had horn silenced. Landed with nose gear up. - [Incident 19820314011599I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820314011599I), Mar 14, 1982: Grumav G159 (N8E), Washington, DC. Cabin lower spill value, solenoid failed popping circuit breaker. Spill valve closed. Cabin overheated. - [Incident 19810506029529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810506029529I), May 6, 1981: Grumav G159 (N720X), Rochester, NY. During takeoff left engine fire warning came on. Maintenance found a chaffed wire. - [Incident 19801014074159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19801014074159I), Oct 14, 1980: Grumav G159 (N720X), Rochester, NY. Zp zk shut down engine due to fire warning. Discovered faulty fire detection relay box. - [Incident 19800610054429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800610054429I), Jun 10, 1980: Gulstm G159 (N126K), Rochester, NY. Nose wheel steering failed due to broken wire in nose wheel steering harness. Harness being replaced. - [Incident 19790216005949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790216005949I), Feb 16, 1979: Gulstm G159 (N789G), Indianapolis, IN, Minor damage. While following directions from ramp attendant aircraft was taxied too close and struck wingtip of N734HR. - [Accident 19780924038569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780924038569A), Sep 24, 1978: Gulstm G159 (N91G), Houston, TX, Substantial damage. R eng shut down in flt due low oil pres.r prop not fully feathereeng not able full accelerate. ## Service difficulty reports (76, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR ESPA2015FA0000183](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPA2015FA0000183), May 7, 2015: LINE. RUPTURED. NORMAL TAKEOFF, ABOUT HALFWAY TO DESTINATION STARTED HEARING A LOW RUMBLE IN THE BELLY OF THE PLANE. HAVING BEEN THROUGH THIS BEFORE, HAD THE CO-PILOT CHECK THE - [SDR 2015F00017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015F00017), Dec 22, 2014: LINE. LEAKING. RT GEARBOX LIGHT ILLUMINATED. SHUTDOWN THE ENGINE IAW THE CHECKLIST, DECLARED AN EMERGENCY AND LANDED UNEVENTFULLY. TROUBLESHOT PROBLEM AND FOUND THE FITTING AN - [SDR ESPA2015F00011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPA2015F00011), Dec 10, 2014: LINE. RUPTURED. PILOT REPORTED A RT ENGINE GEARBOX PRESSURE LIGHT ABOUT 25 MINUTES INTO THE FLIGHT. REDUCED POWER ON THE RT ENGINE AND LIGHT WENT OUT. THE ACFT RETURNED WITHOUT - [SDR ESPA2014F00107](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPA2014F00107), Jun 12, 2014: LANDING GEAR. MALFUNCTIONED. AFTER PERFORMING ALL LANDING CHECKS DURING A NORMAL LANDING, AT TOUCHDOWN EXPERIENCED A LANDING GEAR WARNING HORN, NOTICED THE NOSE GEAR, GREEN, LIGHT WAS OFF A - [SDR 2013FA0000292](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000292), May 21, 2013: LINE. RUPTURED. ON THE 1430 FLIGHT, AFTER DEPARTURE THE PILOTS FELT A SHUDDER IN THE AIRFRAME. THE HYD PRESSURE GAUGE READ ZERO. THEY DECLARED AN EMERGENCY AND LANDED SAFELY. M - [SDR CA120727005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120727005), Jul 24, 2012: LINE. CHAFED. (CAN) DURING CLIMB OUT, HYDRAULIC FLUID WAS LOST AND CREW RETURNED TO DEPARTURE AIRPORT SAFELY. MAINTENANCE INSPECTED AND FOUND LT MLG DOWNLOCK ACTUATOR RELEASE - [SDR CA111003001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA111003001), Sep 29, 2011: COUPLING. SWOLLEN. (CAN) LT ENGINE WAS SHUTDOWN AFTER LT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LOST IN FLIGHT DUE TO OIL STARVATION. ACFT LANDED SAFELY ON CLOSEST AIRPORT. GROUND INSPECTION REVEILE - [SDR ESPADEA20111](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPADEA20111), Feb 23, 2011: ROD END BEARING. BROKEN. AFTER TAKEOFF AND GEAR WAS RETRACTED A VERY LOUD VIBRATION WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE NOSE GEAR WHEEL WELL AREA,THE AIRCRAFT RETURNED. WHEN GEAR WAS SELECTED DOW - [SDR 2011F00041](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011F00041), Feb 13, 2011: HOSE. LOOSE. CABIN PRESSURIZATION CONTROL ERRATIC DURING CLIMB. PILOT RETURNED TO DEPARTURE AIRPORT AS A PRECAUTION. INSPECTED PRESSURE CONTROLLER, FOUND LOOSE HOSE ON CONTR - [SDR 2011F00007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011F00007), Dec 30, 2010: FAIRING. CRACKED. VISUAL INSP OF NOSE FAIRING, INDICATED CRACKS IN STRUCTURE UNDER THE DOUBLER, WHERE ATTACH RODS ARE MOUNTED. THESE CRACKS EXCEED THE MFG LIMITS. FAIRING WAS REP - [SDR 2010FA0001274](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0001274), Dec 30, 2010: SKIN. CORRODED. IN COMPLIANCE WITH AD 2006-25-02, X-RAY RESULTS INDICATED SEVERE CORROSION IN AFT FUSELAGE AREA RT OF FUSELAGE, AFT OF PRESSURE BULKHEAD, BETWEEN TAIL ACCESS DO - [SDR 2010F00077](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010F00077), Mar 30, 2010: ENGINE. UNKNOWN. IN FLIGHT ENGINE SHUTDOWN. AUTO FEATHERING OF PROPELLER. ERRATIC FUEL FLOW. OVERTEMP (POSSIBLE). TURBINE SECTION SEIZED (ON THE GROUND AFTER LANDING). ROOT CAUS - [SDR ESPADJ20101](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPADJ20101), Mar 2, 2010: FIRE LOOP. OUT OF TOLERANCE. AFTER TAKEOFF AND CLIMBING THRU 3000 FT APPROX 15NM NORTH, THE RED FIRE WARNING LIGHT IN THE RT T-HANDLE ILLUMINATED. REDUCED POWER AND CHECKED FOR ADDITIONAL I - [SDR N8UA10102009A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N8UA10102009A), Oct 10, 2009: PUMP. LEAKING. MX TEST FLIGHT, AFTER REPLACEMENT OF SUSPECT LEAKING RT GEARBOX (THIRD UNIT TO BE INSTALLED IN THE PROBLEM DIAGNOSIS). (2) HOURS OUT, RT ENG GEARBOX LOW OIL PRE - [SDR N8UA10092009A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N8UA10092009A), Oct 9, 2009: GEARBOX. LEAKING. MX TEST FLIGHT, AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BLOWER AND ALTERNATOR ON SUSPECT LEAKING RT ENG GEARBOX. (2) HOURS OUT, RT ENGINE GEARBOX LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT. A - [SDR N8UA10082009A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N8UA10082009A), Oct 8, 2009: GEARBOX. LEAKING. RT ENG GEARBOX LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT DURING LANDING. LANDING WAS NORMAL. REPLACEMENT GB WAS INSTALLED AFTER SIMILAR INDICATION PREVIOUS DAY. OPS AND TE - [SDR N8UA100720090A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N8UA100720090A), Oct 7, 2009: GEARBOX. LEAKING. SCHEDULED FLIGHT, 3.5 HOURS OUT, RT ENGINE GEARBOX LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENT DURING LANDING. CONTINUED NORMAL LANDING. ACFT GROUNDED UNTIL REP - [SDR N8UA 10012009A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N8UA%2010012009A), Oct 1, 2009: GEARBOX. LEAKING. MX TEST FLIGHT, AFTER REPAIR OF OIL LEAK IN RT ENG GEARBOX. (2) HOURS OUT, RT ENG GEARBOX LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT CONSTANT. RT ENGINE WAS FEATHERS AND SH - [SDR N8UA09302009A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N8UA09302009A), Sep 30, 2009: GEARBOX. LEAKING. SCHEDULED FLIGHT. (2) HOURS OUT, RT ENG GEARBOX LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENT. ACFT WAS DIRECTED TO RETURN TO DEPARTURE. GEARBOX HAD JUST BEEN INS - [SDR 2008FA0000572](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000572), Aug 18, 2008: ACTUATOR. LEAKING. RT MLG SIDE BRACE ACTUATOR LEAKING FROM SWITCH ASSY. SIDE BRACE ACTUATOR REMOVED, REPLACED WITH REPAIRED ACTUATOR ASSY. - [SDR 110107](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/110107), Nov 20, 2007: WARNING LIGHT. ILLUMINATED. DURING CRUISE FLIGHT MISSION, THE RT GEARBOX LIGHT CAME ON STEADY. THE ENGINE WAS SHUTDOWN IAW AFM PROCEDURES. THE AIRCRAFT LANDED UNEVENTFULLY, AND TAXIED TO T - [SDR 2007ADP828001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007ADP828001), Aug 23, 2007: SELECTOR VALVE. BYPASSING. AIRCRAFT WAS ENROUTE, FLYING THE APPROACH FOR RUNWAY 03. ONCE THE CREW PERFORMED THE APPROACH CHECKLIST, AND GEAR DOWN WAS SELECTED BEFORE LANDING CHECKLIST THE - [SDR ESPA20040006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPA20040006), Nov 5, 2004: ENGINE. MAKING METAL. ENGINE FLAMED OUT IN FLIGHT WITH NO WARNING OR INDICATION. METAL WAS FOUND IN THE OIL SCREEN. ENGINE WILL BE SENT BACK TO OVERHAUL FACILITY FOR EVALUATION AND W - [SDR ESPA20040005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPA20040005), Oct 15, 2004: DOOR. UNSECURE. CARGO DOOR CAME OPEN IN FLIGHT. CREW LANDED SAFELY. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE DOOR WAS NOT PROPERLY SECURED BEFORE TAKEOFF. - [SDR ESPA200400004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPA200400004), Aug 21, 2004: STRUCTURE. BIRD STRIKE. WHILE ON APPROACH AIRCRAFT WAS STRUCK BY A BIRD ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE FORWARD FUSELAGE. - [SDR ESPA200400002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ESPA200400002), May 15, 2004: BEARING. SEIZED. AFTER TAKEOFF, DISCOVERED THAT THE NR 1 MAIN WHEEL ASSEMBLY HAD DISCONNECTED FROM THE AXLE. THE AXLE NUT WAS STILL IN PLACE. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT A WHEEL BEAR - [SDR 2004F00082](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004F00082), Mar 14, 2004: CONTROL ROD. LOOSE. AIRCRAFT RELEASED FROM MAINTENANCE. DEPARTED VPC. CLIMBING OUT FROM 9,000 FT, RIGHT THROTTLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. RETURNED TO VPC WITH UNEVENTFUL LANDING. MAINTEN - [SDR CA030311002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030311002), Feb 24, 2003: BEARING. DISINTEGRATED. (CAN) R/H ALTERNATOR WOULD NOT STAY ON LINE. SENT FOR PREMATURE OVERHAUL (1000.0 HR TBO). FOUND REAR BEARING DISINTEGRATED TO THE POINT OF ROTOR RUB. THE OVERHA - [SDR CA021115010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA021115010), Nov 7, 2002: BEARING. SHORTED. (CAN) LT GENERATOR TRIPPED, PILOTS REPORTED AN UNDER VOLTAGE CONDITION.ACTION: LT GENERATOR REMOVED, UPON INSPECTION OF COMPONENT, GEARING ASSEMBLY PARTS HAD MI - [SDR CA020226004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020226004), Feb 14, 2002: FITTING. FRACTURED. (CAN) GEARBOX LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON, ENGINE SHUTDOWN AND AIRCRAFT LANDED. GEARBOX OIL LEVEL FOUND LOW BUT STILL ON DIP STICK. OIL LEAK TRACED TO FAILED - [SDR CA010504015](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010504015), Apr 13, 2001: FAIRING. CRACKED. (CAN) WHEN DOING THE POST FLIGHT INSPECTION A CRACK WAS FOUND IN THE NOSE GEAR DRAG BRACE FAIRING ASSEMBLY. THE CRACK WAS ON THE L/H SIDE FORMER WHICH WAS CRACK - [SDR CA001128016](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA001128016), Oct 26, 2000: ELEMENT. BROKEN. (CAN) CREW REPORTED NR 1 FIRE TEE HANDLE LIGHT FLICKED. MAINTENANCE FOUND ALSO WOULD NOT TEST. FIREWALL FIRE ELEMENT FOUND BROKEN. ELEMENT REPLACED CHECKED SERV - [SDR CA001128015](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA001128015), Oct 26, 2000: COUPLING. INTERMITTENT. (CAN) CREW REPORTED INTERMITTENT NR 1 ENGINE FIRE WARN. MAINTENANCE FOUND FIRE WIRE COUPLING AT FIREWALL (LT UPPER) INTERMITTENT POOR CONNECTION CLEANED RE-ASSE - [SDR 20001101SH023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001101SH023), Sep 18, 2000: COUPLING. EXCESS PLAY. WHILE DOING ROUTINE MAINT, FOUND EXCESSIVE PLAY IN ACCESSORY DRIVESHAFT, AND THE ACCESSORY DRIVE COUPLING AT THE ENGINE WAS THE CAUSE OF THE EXCESSIVE PLAY. THE - [SDR CA000926010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000926010), Aug 23, 2000: ROTOR. CRACKED. (CAN) ON PREFLIGHT, FIBERGLASS DUCT MATERIAL AND METAL FRAGMENTS WERE DISCOVERED IN ENGINE NACELLE/WHEEL WELL AREA.SUPERCHARGER ROTOR FAILED SENDING METAL FRAGM - [SDR CA000926009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000926009), Aug 21, 2000: ROTOR. CRACKED. (CAN) CABIN SUPERCHARGER ROTOR FAILED IN FLIGHT.FLIGHT CREW ACTIVATED APU AS ALTERNATE SOURCE OF PRESSURIZATION AND AIR CONDITIONING. - [SDR CA000516019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000516019), Apr 25, 2000: ROD. CORRODED. (CAN) X-RAY INSPECTION OF AILERON PUSH ROD REVEALED SEVERE INTERNAL CORROSION. - [SDR CA991004032](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA991004032), Sep 8, 1999: DISC. BROKEN. (CAN) CREW TAXIED FROM RAMP THEN HEARD NOISE FROM RIGHT SIDE OF AIRCRAFT. INCREASED POWER TO MOVE AIRCRAFT - WOULD NOT MOVE. FOUND NR 4 BRAKE DISC BROKEN AND JA - [SDR 99ZZZX3960](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX3960), Jun 7, 1999: FIRE LOOP. SHORTED. EWR/TXKF - EN ROUTE, WHEN LEFT FIRE LIGHT CAME ON. CREW DID VISUAL INSPECTION OF ENGINE AND ENGINE INSTRUMENTS. NO INDICATION OF ANYTHING UNUSUAL. FIRE LIGHT WE - [SDR CA981230009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA981230009), Dec 10, 1998: ACTUATOR. FAILED. (CAN) FUEL TRIM ACTUATOR FAILED AFTER TAKEOFF, UNABLE TO CHANGE FUEL TRIM SETTING. AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO BASE. THE UNIT WAS REPLACED. - [SDR CA990202006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990202006), Dec 1, 1998: LINE. CRACKED. (CAN) ON GEAR EXTENSION, THE CREW OBSERVED FLUCTUATING HYDRAULIC PRESSURE. GEAR EXTENDED SLOWLY. AFTER LANDING, COMPLETE LOSS OF HYDRAULIC PRESSURE AND FLUID. T - [SDR CA981209007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA981209007), Nov 18, 1998: FITTING. BROKEN. (CAN) UPLOCK FRAME ATTACH FITTING FOR MAIN LANDING GEAR FOUND BROKEN AT FRONT SPAR. - [SDR CA981116003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA981116003), Nov 2, 1998: GYRO. FAILED. (CAN) RIGHT HAND ADI GYRO FLAGGING NUMEROUS TIMES. - [SDR CA981116002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA981116002), Oct 29, 1998: GYRO. FAILED. (CAN) LEFT ADI TOPPLED. - [SDR CA980825009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980825009), Aug 10, 1998: BELLCRANK. CRACKED. (CAN) DEFLECTION CRANK FOUND CRACKED USING NDT TECHNIQUE. PART TC: 19,718. - [SDR 99ZZZX173](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX173), May 20, 1998: UPLOCK. FAILED. AIRCRAFT ARRIVED WITH DISCREPANCY, 'RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR FORWARD DOORS DO NOT CLOSE ALL THE TIME'. PERFORMED RETRACTION TESTS, FOUND UPLOCK BOOK ASSY, P/N 15 - [SDR 98ZZZX1388](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1388), Mar 1, 1998: RISER. CORRODED. GULFSTREAM CUSTOMER BULLETIN NR CB 337 REQUIRES X-RAY INSPECTION OF INBOARD LOWER PLANK SPLICES AND ULTRASONIC INSPECTION OF THE ADJACENT RISERS. SUBSEQUENT DIS - [SDR 98ZZZX1066](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1066), Feb 13, 1998: BRACKET. CRACKED. WHILE INSPECTING THE RUDDER CONTROL SYSTEM REFERENCING CUSTOMER BULLETIN NR 235A DATED 5-21-73, DISCOVERED A CRACK IN THE RUDDER CONTROL BELLCRANK SUPPORT BRACK - [SDR 98ZZZX535](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX535), Jan 26, 1998: DRIVESHAFT. LOOSE. THE BOLT SECURING THE FORWARD U-JOINT ONTO THE DRIVESHAFT HAD BACKED ALL THE WAY OUT. THE BOLT SECURING THE AFT U-JOINT TO THE DRIVESHAFT WAS LOOSE EVEN WITH TH - [SDR 98ZZZX216](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX216), Dec 27, 1997: WING PLANK. CORRODED. GULFSTREAM CUSTOMER BULLETIN NR CB 337 REQUIRES X-RAY INSPECTION OF INBOARD LOWER PLANK SPLICES AND ULTRASONIC INSPECTION OF THE ADJACENT RISERS. SUBSEQUENT DIS All 76: https://openairdocs.org/model/grumman-g-159/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (259, first 50) 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 SA2622NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2622NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101). Precise Flight Inc - [STC ST238CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST238CH): Installation of BFGoodrich TCAS I. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC ST01930LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01930LA): Installation of Sandel Avionics SN4500 Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator (EHSI). Sandel Avionics LLC - [STC SA2-931](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2-931): Installation of Sperry SP-40 Gyropilot. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA1732GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1732GL): Install air ambulance conversion. Spectrum Aeromed LLC dba Spectrum Aeromed - [STC SA571SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA571SW): Installation of Collins radio altimeter system. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC ST00425WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00425WI): Installation of Keddeg Company P/N 21BC120 Coalescer Assembly as a replacement for P/N 83237-14 on Gulfstream G-159 Airplanes. Purolator Facet, Inc - [STC ST02628LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02628LA): Installation of Honeywell CAS-67A Traffic Alert Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II) with Dual Honeywell MST-67A Transponder System and removal of L-3 TRC-497 Skywatch TCAS system. Battelle Memorial Institute, Pacific Northwest Division - [STC SA1536SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1536SW): Installation of Foxtronics TRAMM BTI-600 nickel cadmium battery temperature system and an optional generator voltage control system. FoxCart GSE, LLC - [STC SA2016NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2016NM): Installation of a de-icing system on the Rolls Royce P/N RK29954A engine inlet cowl. ROBERT W. MURRAY - [STC SA302WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA302WE): Incorporate a de-icing system (as manufactured by applicant) externally on Rotol propeller spinner as an alternate to Dowty Rotol internal elements. If applied to original spinner, Montgomery Systems Tech., Inc. P/N 72196-2 will apply. If applied to a new aluminum nose spinner P/N 72196-1 will apply. Dowty Rotol Service Bulletin Section 61-170 pages 1 and 2 outlines a revised spinner de-icing system. This is a Napier external system. Approval of the A.R.B. is indicated. (Continued on page 3). ROBERT W. MURRAY - [STC SA122CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA122CE): Install Hoskins supplementary light system consisting of colored Model A(or clear or colored Model E) wing tip lights, a Model C or 2 tail light, and optionally, two of Model 2 fuselage lights with M-3 or M-5 power supply. BF Goodrich Aerospace - [STC SA3687SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3687SW): : Installation of Floor Proximity Lighting System in accordance with Vista Manufacturing, Inc., Drawing List G1-1000, Revision C, Dated December 02, 1986 or later FAA approved revision. BF Goodrich Aerospace - [STC ST00682WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00682WI-D): Modification of Collins VHF-20/VHF-20A/VHF-20B VHF COMM Receiver Transmitter with CTL-20 Control Pro Line I System Installation to a Collins VHF-22C/VHF-22D VHF COMM Receiver Transmitter with CTL-22C Control 8.33 kHz Pro Line II System Installation in accordance with Collins Installation Instructions as listed on AML No. ST00682WI-D, Revision -, or later FAA approved revisions. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc - [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International Inc - [STC ST02540AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02540AT-D): Installation of replacement fuel tank sealant system. FFC Manufacturing - [STC SA1681GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1681GL): Installation of Chrysler Pentastar Aviation auxiliary generator adapter assembly. Phoenix Air Group Inc - [STC SA1699GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1699GL): Installation of electrical system. Phoenix Air Group Inc - [STC SA1610SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1610SO): Installation of a composite custom executive interior. Page AvJet Corp - [STC SA1612SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1612SO): Installation of the Collins FCS-80 flight control system. Page AvJet Corp - [STC SA1704SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1704SO): Installation of a single Global GNS-500A series 3B VLF/Omega Navigation System. Page AvJet Corp - [STC SA2072SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2072SO): Installation of 24-passenger interior. Page AvJet Corp - [STC SA2079SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2079SO): Installation of emergency lighting system. Page AvJet Corp - [STC SA2080SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2080SO): Installation of a Fairchild A100A cockpit voice recorder. Page AvJet Corp - [STC SA3154SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3154SO): Installation of an interior. Page AvJet Corp - [STC ST01483WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01483WI-D): Installation of Cabin Re-configuration. Duncan Aviation Inc - [STC SA888EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA888EA): Installation of Grimes three light strobe kit 34-0303-1 as supplemental lighting. Honeywell International Inc - [STC ST00844WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00844WI-D): Modification of Collins TCAS II or TCAS-94 (TCAS II) system installation with Collins TTR-920 Change 7.0 Receiver Transmitter to a Collins TCAS II or TCAS-94 OTCAS II) system installation with Collins TTR-921 or Collins TTR-4000 Change 7.0 TCAS Receiver Transmitter. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC ST03055AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03055AT): Installation of either a Single or Dual Sandel Model 3400 TAWS with RMI System. Phoenix Air Group Inc - [STC SA00680SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer. Electronics International - [STC SA2893SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2893SW): Installation of one, two, or three- place side facing seat attached to seat tracks. Aviation Fabricators Inc - [STC ST00743NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00743NY-D): Installation of AlliedSignal GTCP36-150J Auxillary Power Unit. Phoenix Air Group Inc - [STC SA1181EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1181EA): Installation of Garrett AiResearch GTCP36-100(H) APU. PATS Aircraft LLC - [STC SA1204EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1204EA): Installation of Solar T-62T-40C2 APU. PATS Aircraft LLC - [STC SA1222EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1222EA): Replacement of bleed-air driven fan with electrically powered fan. PATS Aircraft LLC - [STC SA3304NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3304NM): Installation of monorail sun visor system in accordance with FAA approved Rosen Product Development, Inc., Drawing List RG-I-II-00DL, Revision N/C, or later FAA approved revision. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC - [STC ST01676CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01676CH): Installation of a Honeywell/AlliedSignal CAS-81 TCAS II Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System. Flight Systems Engineering, Inc - [STC ST01605CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01605CH): Installation of an Allied Signal CAS-67A TCAS II Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System in accordance with Pro-Tech Avionics Corporation Master Drawing List Document No. 81-328L001, Revision E, dated December 6, 2001, or later FAA approved revision. Phoenix Air Group Inc - [STC SA1373GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1373GL): Installation of Norton Radome Kit No. 4772W. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corp - [STC SA2687NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2687NM): Installation of Truboplus/ Electronics Int'l gauges and switches. Aero Manufacturing Inc - [STC SA2-1020](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2-1020): Interior arrangement in the cabin from Station 133 to 525. Signature Flight Support Corporation - [STC SA2-910](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2-910): Installation of electronic and interior equipment. Signature Flight Support Corporation - [STC SA2899SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2899SW): Installation of hostess jump seat and table. Signature Flight Support Corporation - [STC SA2900SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2900SW): Installation of toilet and outside toilet service. Signature Flight Support Corporation - [STC SA1202SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1202SW): Modification to aircraft electrical power system. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC SA1514SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1514SW): Installation of following dual Collins equipment: 618M-2D VHF transceivers, 51RV-2B VHF NAV receivers, 621A-3 transponders; installation of the following single equipment: Collins 346D-1B Paging Amplifier, Collins DN101/NC103 Doppler, Collins 860F-1 DME; IDC 519-227022 Encoding Alimeter; IDC 22719-101 Vertical Speed Indicator, and Dayton Aircraft Products EB-28CD Emergency Locator Transmitter. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC SA1745SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1745SW): Installation of ANS-70A Area Navigation System. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC SA1852SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1852SW): Installation of dual FD-109 flight director/AP-105 autopilot, 54W-1C comparator, dual ALT-50 radio altimeter, dual MC-103 compasses, dual ILS-70/Bendix RVA33A VOR/ILS, 51Z-4 marker, dual 860E-3 DME, dual DF-203 ADF, 621A-6 transponder, 621A-3 transponder, dual 346B-3 audio system, AVQ-10 radar, and IDC air data system. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC SA815SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA815SW): Installation of Collins VOR antenna type 837B-1 on vertical fin. Rockwell Collins Inc All 259: https://openairdocs.org/model/grumman-g-159/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Grumman American Avn. G-159](https://openairdocs.org/model/grumman-american-avn-g-159): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 3960301 - [Gulfstream Aerospace G-159](https://openairdocs.org/model/gulfstream-aerospace-g-159): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 3980201 --- 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.