FairchildTurboprops · San Fernando, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
1997 Fairchild Metro 23
- Price
- On request
- Year
- 1997
- Total time
- 13,929 hours
- Location
- Argentina
Specifications
General
- Manufacturer
- FAIRCHILD
- Model
- METRO 23
- Serial Number
- DC-901B
- Condition
- Used
- Registration #
- LV-ZXA
- Flight Rules
- IFR
- Based at
- SADF
Airframe
- Total time
- 13,929
- Cruising speed
- 295 knots
- Maximum range
- 1,776
- 1997 Fairchild Metroliner 23
- 13,929 TTSN
- Basic Empty Weight = 10,000 lbs
Propeller
- Prop 1 Manufacturer
- MCCAULEY
- Prop 1 Time
- 2570 SOH
- Prop 2 Time
- 2570 SOH
- Number of Blades
- 4
- McCauley 4-blade constant-speed Propellers
- 2570 SPOH Both Props
- Full feathering, reversible pitch, synchrophasing
- Aluminum alloy blades
Avionics
- WAAS
- Yes
- STEC ST-593 Autopilot
- KLN-90B GPS Navigation
- RDR-2000 Weather
- GPWS System
- Double VHF-22A | CTL-22 Comm
- TDR-90 Transponders
- Artex ELT-110-406
- Certified Electrical Installation
- 2 Stretchers
- Medical configuration
- USB ports in the cockpit
- Starlink Installed
- Onboard Wi-Fi; In-flight connectivity
- Integrated EFB support iPad Tablets
- Power supply
Equipment
- Wifi
- Yes
- Pressurized
- Yes
- Additional Equipment
- Vapor Cycle Air Conditioning System
Interior
- Year Interior
- 1997
- Number of Seats
- 19
- Configuration
- Passenger
- Multi Tone Leather Interior
- 19 seats (Passenger)
- 13 seats (VIP)
- Convertible configuration
- New Carpet 2024
Exterior
- Year Painted
- 1997
White fuselage with Green Stripes
Maintenance
- Airworthy
- Yes
- Maintenance
- 6 Phase Annual Maintenance Program Up to Date
Engine 1
- Engine 1 Make/Model
- HONEYWELL
- Engine 1 Time
- 5,884.5 SOH
- Engine 1 TBO
- 7000
Engine 2
- Engine 2 Make/Model
- HONEYWELL
- Engine 2 Time
- 6,183.4 SOH
- Engine 2 TBO
- 7000
Description
The 1997 Fairchild SA227-DC Metro 23, registration LV-ZXA, is a versatile and mission-ready twin-engine turboprop configured for passenger, cargo, executive, or aeromedical operations. Powered by two Honeywell TPE331-12UHR-701G engines and maintained under a comprehensive inspection program, the aircraft presents with 13,429.9 total airframe hours and 14,307 cycles. Recent maintenance includes completion of the annual inspection and six-phase inspection program in April 2026.
The aircraft features a fully convertible cabin accommodating up to 19 passengers, a 13-seat executive layout, or dedicated cargo and medevac configurations, including certified dual-stretcher capability and medical electrical provisions. Avionics include an S-TEC ST-593 autopilot, KLN-90B GPS, RDR-2000 weather radar, dual Collins TDR-90 transponders, GPWS, and integrated EFB connectivity. Additional highlights include Starlink satellite internet, onboard Wi-Fi, pressurized cabin, vapor-cycle air conditioning, and proven Part 121 operational history.
Both engines offer meaningful remaining time before overhaul, with approximately 1,216 hours remaining on Engine #1 and 917 hours remaining on Engine #2. Combined with current inspections and operational flexibility, LV-ZXA represents an attractive platform for regional operators, cargo carriers, special mission operators, and aeromedical service providers seeking a reliable and operationally ready aircraft.
Engine 1 Notes
- Honeywell TPE331-12UHR-701G
- Engine #1 (S/N P-70278)
- 12,845.5 TTSN
- Overhauled Aug 2010 @ 6,961 hrs
- 5,884.5 hrs since overhaul
- HSI completed Feb 2018 @ 10,467 hrs
- Approximately 1,216 hrs remaining to overhaul
- Approximately 1,222 hrs remaining to next HSI
Engine 2 Notes
- Honeywell TPE331-12UHR-701G
- Engine #2 (S/N P-70277)
- 13,144.4 TTSN
- Overhauled Aug 2010 @ 6,961 hrs
- 6,183.4 hrs since overhaul
- HSI completed Dec 2016 @ 10,474 hrs
- Approximately 917 hrs remaining to overhaul
- Approximately 930 hrs remaining to next HSI
Aircraft record
LV-ZXARegistration
- Registration
- LV-ZXA
- Registered as
- Swearingen Metro 23
- Serial number
- DC-901B