FAA Dumps Unreachable Inventor's Plane Cert—Data Goes Public!
Published Date: 8/19/2025
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Summary
The FAA plans to mark John Benham's Supplemental Type Certificate No. SA3866SW as abandoned because they can't reach him. This means the engineering data tied to this certificate will be available to anyone who asks. Pilots and aircraft owners using this STC should pay attention, as this move helps keep flying safe and smooth.
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STC Declared Abandoned; Data Released
The FAA plans to designate John Benham's Supplemental Type Certificate No. SA3866SW as abandoned. The engineering data tied to this STC will be made available to anyone who requests it, and the FAA says this action is intended to enhance aviation safety. Pilots and aircraft owners using this STC should take note.
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