Aircraft Description
Model Year
1964
Manufacturer
PIPER
Model
PA-24-260
Type Aircraft
Fixed Wing Single Engine
ICAO Type Code
PA24PA-24 Comanche
Cruise Speed
135 mph
Weight Class
Up to 12,500 lbs
Airworthiness Date
March 10, 2011
Classification
Experimental 6 Category
Type Registration
Government
Status
Valid Registration
Cert Issue Date
January 25, 2011
Registered Owner
Name
WEST TEXAS WEATHER MODIFICATION ASSOCIATION
Address
8696 HANGER RD
City
SAN ANGELO
State / Zip Code
Texas76904-3421
Country
United States
Powerplant & Avionics
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Number of Engines
1
Engine Manufacturer
LYCOMING
Engine Model
O-540-E4A5
Horsepower
260 HP
Mode S Code (Oct)
52734725
Mode S Code (Hex)
ABB9D5
Additional Details
Registration
N8549P
Serial Number
24-4006
Number of Engines
1
Number of Seats
4
Expiration Date
January 31, 2030
Last Action Date
September 29, 2023
Last Update Date
January 19, 2026
Unique ID
00342711
Last Known Position
Date
February 28, 2026 (UTC 18:30:16)
Airport
—
Latitude
31.42598
Longitude
-101.244884
Data Source
Data provided by the US Federal Aviation Administration. View on FAA.gov
Last updated: 2026-04-01 01:32:20 UTC