# Piper J3C-65S - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 7100526 - Manufacturer (registry): PIPER - Model: J3C-65S - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 2 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 67 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A-691](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-691) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Piper Aircraft Inc. - Registered aircraft: 27 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-j3c-65s 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 2025-02-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-02-11): Rudder Structure · FS 2001 J5A (Army L-4F), J5A-80, J5B (Army L-4G) and 67 more. Effective Mar 20, 2025 - [AD 2015-08-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-08-04): Wings · FS 2000 L-14, AE-1, HE-1 and 77 more. Effective Jun 3, 2015 - [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996 - [AD 85-06-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-06-04): Fuel Tank · FS 2001 AE-1, HE-1, J5A-80 and 60 more. Effective May 4, 1985 - [AD 78-10-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-10-03): Fuel Venting · FS 2001 AE-1, HE-1, J5A-80 and 66 more. Effective May 23, 1978 - [AD 68-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-05-01): Exhaust Mufflers · FS 2001 J5A-80, J5A (Army L-4F), J5B (Army L-4G) and 67 more. Effective Mar 31, 1968 - [AD 58-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-12-02): Aileron Hinge Brackets · Piper J-3, J3C-40, J3C-50 and 20 more - [AD 58-01-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-01-07): Control System Turnbuckles · FS 2001 J5A-80, J5A (Army L-4F), J5B (Army L-4G) and 18 more - [AD 52-07-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-07-03): Lift Strut Rework · Piper J-3, J3C-40, J3C-50 and 15 more - [AD 50-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-05-01): Nicopress Sleeve Rework · Piper PA-12, PA-12S, J3C-40 and 6 more - [AD 49-14-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-14-01): Elevator Connector Tube Fitting · FS 2003 J-3, J3C-40, J3C-50 and 17 more - [AD 47-50-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-50-06): Shock Strut Cracks · Piper J3C-65S, PA-11 and J3C-65 (Army L-4; L-4A; L-4B (Navy NE-1); L-4H; L-4J (Navy NE-2)) - [AD 47-50-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-50-03): Canvas Seat Inspection · Piper J-3, J3C-40, J3C-50 and 14 more - [AD 46-37-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-37-02): Fuel Strainer Position · Piper J3C-65S and J3C-65 (Army L-4; L-4A; L-4B (Navy NE-1); L-4H; L-4J (Navy NE-2)) - [AD 46-37-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-37-01): Fuel Strainer Gasket · Piper PA-12, PA-12S, J3C-65S and 1 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 99-01-05 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-01-05-R1) (historical): Wings · FS 2000 L-14, AE-1, HE-1 and 73 more. Effective Jan 14, 2014 - [AD 99-01-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-01-05) (historical): Wing Lift Struts or Forks · FS 2000 L-14, AE-1, HE-1 and 73 more. Effective Feb 8, 1999 ## Registered aircraft (27) - [N2225M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2225M): [Berry Darrel](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERRY%20DARREL), [Camden, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Camden), built 1946, S/N 21017 - [N23409](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23409): S/N 3144, N-number assigned, not yet registered - [N25730](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N25730): [Orton Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ORTON%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Walker, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Walker), built 1940, S/N 3690 - [N30766](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N30766): [Scotton Bradley D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCOTTON%20BRADLEY%20D), [Galena, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Galena), built 1940, S/N 5098 - [N32673](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N32673): [Autry Lonnie E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AUTRY%20LONNIE%20E), [San Jose, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Jose), built 1940, S/N 5532 - [N32955](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N32955): [Finn Kathryn L K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FINN%20KATHRYN%20L%20K), [Grand Marais, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Grand%20Marais), S/N 5739 - [N3316N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3316N): [Bender Dennis R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BENDER%20DENNIS%20R), [Johnson, VT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VT/Johnson), built 1946, S/N 22515 - [N35499](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N35499): [Turner David](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TURNER%20DAVID), [Frenchtown, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Frenchtown), built 1941, S/N 6404 - [N3574W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3574W): [Orton Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ORTON%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Walker, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Walker), built 1946, S/N 18159 - [N3613K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3613K): [Sorenson Kenneth G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SORENSON%20KENNETH%20G), [Waller, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Waller), built 1946, S/N 22301 - [N42644](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N42644): [Wingnut Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINGNUT%20INC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1945, S/N 14935 - [N49500](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N49500): [Chain Steven R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHAIN%20STEVEN%20R), [Cottonwood, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Cottonwood), built 1942, S/N G-3 - [N70272](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N70272): [Roussopoulos Gary L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROUSSOPOULOS%20GARY%20L), [Santa Cruz, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Santa%20Cruz), built 1946, S/N 17253 - [N70274](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N70274): [Two Rays LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TWO%20RAYS%20LLC), [Charleston, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Charleston), built 1941, S/N 17255 - [N70661](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N70661): [Reed Conrad H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REED%20CONRAD%20H), [Centre, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Centre), S/N 17681 - [N70897](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N70897): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), S/N 17984 - [N70914](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N70914): [Schumacher Bradley R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHUMACHER%20BRADLEY%20R), [Elma, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Elma), built 1946, S/N 17934 - [N71014](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N71014): [Hofmann John M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOFMANN%20JOHN%20M), [Columbus, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Columbus), built 1946, S/N 18030 - [N88151](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N88151): [Waterlanding LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WATERLANDING%20LLC), [Missoula, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Missoula), built 1946, S/N 15768 - [N91943](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N91943): [Clark Henry F Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLARK%20HENRY%20F%20JR), [Fort Edward, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Fort%20Edward), built 1946, S/N 16363 - [N92044](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N92044): [Lear Eric T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEAR%20ERIC%20T), [Tomahawk, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Tomahawk), built 1946, S/N 16477 - [N92167](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N92167): [Yedowitz Michael C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YEDOWITZ%20MICHAEL%20C), [New Milford, CT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CT/New%20Milford), S/N 16699 - [N92620](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N92620): [Goodrich Jeffrey W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GOODRICH%20JEFFREY%20W), [Slaton, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Slaton), built 1946, S/N 16983 - [N98701](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N98701): [Fandler Frederick E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FANDLER%20FREDERICK%20E), [Denton, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Denton), built 1946, S/N 18931 - [N98729](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N98729): [Aviation Consultants Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AVIATION%20CONSULTANTS%20INC), [Newton, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Newton), S/N 18957 - [N98762](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N98762): [Fowler Matthew S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOWLER%20MATTHEW%20S), [Austin, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Austin), built 1946, S/N 18995 - [N98864](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N98864): [Williams Francis B III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20FRANCIS%20B%20III), [Meridian, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Meridian), built 1946, S/N 19126 ## NTSB investigations (5) 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 NYC95LA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA151), Jul 3, 1995: Piper J3C-65 (N88631), North Benton, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: FUEL STARVATION FOR AN UNKNOWN REASON, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER; AND FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. - [NTSB MIA85FA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA85FA122), Mar 16, 1985: Piper J3C-85 (N6716H), Winter Haven, FL, minor damage, 1 fatal - [NTSB MIA79FLD87](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA79FLD87), Aug 27, 1979: Piper J3C (N6716H), Aurburndale, FL, destroyed - [NTSB ANC76FAA58](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC76FAA58), Sep 13, 1976: Piper J3C-65 (N30766), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB DIA70F0027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DIA70F0027), Jun 22, 1969: Piper J3C-65 (N1533N), Cambridge, MD, destroyed ## FAA accident and incident reports (5) 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 19950703016179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950703016179A), Jul 3, 1995: Piper J3C65 (N88631), North Benton, OH, Substantial damage. Lost power on takeoff. Crashed. Aircraft idle long period had stale auto gas aboard. Vapor lock suspected. (-23) appears on takeoff, aircraft engine lost power… - [Accident 19850316009759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850316009759A), Mar 16, 1985: Piper J3C65S (N6716H), Winter Haven, FL, Minor damage, 1 fatal. During water taxi aircraft float struck small boat killing occupant. Aircraft was being taxied on the step. - [Incident 19800406047669I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800406047669I), Apr 6, 1980: Piper PA32260 (N3574W), Oklahoma City, OK, Minor damage. Damage to rudder system not detected during preflight. Insufficient rudder available for directional control. - [Accident 19790827031079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790827031079A), Aug 27, 1979: Piper J3C65S (N6716H), Auburndale, FL, Destroyed. Rt wing rear lift strut clevis failed in flight due to a fatigue crack. - [Accident 19760913026479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760913026479A), Sep 13, 1976: Piper J3C65S (N30766), Fairbanks, AK, Substantial damage. Plt did not see 12INCH high pile of sand on rwy. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (150, 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 SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA02525LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02525LA): Installation of Wheel and Brake Assemblies. Game Aerospace LLC - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA01704LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01704LA): Installation of the Grove Disk Brake System. Grove Aircraft Landing Gear Systems Inc - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA252CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA252CH): Installation of replacement wing ribs. Yakima Aerosport - [STC SA02764SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02764SE): Installation of Acme Aero Shock landing gear shock absorbers. Acme Suspensions LLC - [STC SA02765SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02765SE): Installation of Acme Stinger tailwheel landing gear shock absorber. Acme Suspensions LLC - [STC SA00715CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00715CH): Installation of Air Energy Service P/N J-3-212 ball type, sight fuel tank quantity gauge on the side of an AESI P/N AESI-125 12-gallon wing tank. Crown MN Aviation LLC - [STC SA1496GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1496GL): Installation of a 12-gallon fuel tank and fuel system in the left wing or left and right wings. Crown MN Aviation, LLC - [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [STC SA02582AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02582AK): Installation of Airframes Alaska Brake Pedal and Master Cylinder Assembly. Airframes Alaska LLC - [STC SA02579AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02579AK): Installation of Swing bar. Willow Mountain Ranch - [STC SA1038SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1038SO): Installation of Aqua Model 1500 floats. Outpost X Aviation Inc - [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC - [STC SA3-356](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-356): Installation of Wipaire Skis Model C-2200 main ski and Model AWT-2500 or AWT-2500A tail wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA3-357](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-357): Installation of Wipaire Skis Model C-2200 main skis and Model AWT-2500 or AWT-2500A tail wheel ski. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA5-33](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5-33): Removed unbalanced tail surfaces and installed balanced tail surfaces. Install elevators, Piper P/N 12789-00 and 12789-01 and stabilizers, Piper P/N 12790-00 and 12790-01. Wilbur Repair Service Marguerite Benson or Anne Wilbur - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SA36CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA36CH): Installation of Baumann Model 1420 floats. Baumann Floats LLC - [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc - [STC SA02153AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153AK): Installation of Burl's Aircraft Rebuild Magnum I tail wheel Penetration ski. Burl's Aircraft Rebuild LLC - [STC SA02214AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02214AK): Installation of Alpha Omega Suspension System in place of original bungees or bungees and hydasorbs. Burl's Aircraft Rebuild LLC - [STC SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [STC SA220SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA220SO): Tow bar, release mechanism, and safety tow link. Fliegen Works Inc. d/b/a Pacific Aerial Tow Hooks - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA02212AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02212AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SA10077SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10077SC): Installation of push-button starter system. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01734SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01734SE): Application of Stewart Systems synthetic fabric covering system to aircraft fuselage, wings, tail surfaces, control surfaces and related parts. Andrew D. Humphrey - [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC - [STC SA02452AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02452AK): Installation of F. Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services, LLC, Pilot s Safety Barrier Net. F. Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services, LLC - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc - [STC SA01768SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01768SE): Installation of an oil cooler system. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA02604CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02604CH): Installation of a battery powered engine starting system. SafeStart Starter System - [STC SA4305WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4305WE): Installation of GAR-AERO wheel adapters and tundra type tires on the main landing gear. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc - [STC SA10921SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10921SC): Installation of an alternator and regulator as a replacement to existing OEM generators and mechanical voltage regulators. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA02283SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc - [STC SA02402SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc - [STC SA02428AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428AK): Installation of a hydraulically actuated ski drag assembly. Northern Airframes LLC - [STC SA02295SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02295SE): Installation of an alternate method of fastening aluminum wing ribs to wood spars. Rainbow Flying Service LLC - [STC SA01765SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01765SE): Installation of Alaskan Bushwheel TSO-C26d wheels, Part Number (P/N) ABI-1010. ABI, LLC - [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly. Steve's Aircraft All 150: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-j3c-65s/stcs.md --- 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.