Aircraft Description
Model Year
1966
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
April 14, 1966
Classification
Standard Normal Category
Type Registration
Individual
Status
Valid Registration
Cert Issue Date
May 19, 2021
Registered Owner
Name
MELSON RUDY P TRUSTEE
Address
3924 AUGUSTINE PL
City
REX
State / Zip Code
Georgia30273-5825
Country
United States
Powerplant & Avionics
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Number of Engines
1
Engine Manufacturer
LYCOMING
Engine Model
TI0-540 SER
Horsepower
310 HP
Mode S Code (Oct)
53061001
Mode S Code (Hex)
AC6201
Additional Details
Registration
N8972P
Serial Number
24-4429
Number of Engines
1
Number of Seats
4
Expiration Date
May 31, 2028
Last Action Date
May 12, 2023
Last Update Date
January 19, 2026
Unique ID
00191551
Last Known Position
Date
April 4, 2026 (UTC 21:40:12)
Airport
—
Latitude
33.879834
Longitude
-118.23658
Data Source
Data provided by the US Federal Aviation Administration. View on FAA.gov
Last updated: 2026-04-01 01:32:20 UTC