This 1980 Fairchild Merlin IIIB (registration N405SA) presents a well-maintained turboprop with an exceptional ownership and maintenance history. With 16,115.2 total airframe hours, the aircraft has been owned primarily by a single corporate owner and maintained meticulously by a renowned Merlin specialist shop, with no deferred maintenance or damage history. The Honeywell TPE331-10U-512G engines show 3,747.5 and 3,818 hours since overhaul respectively, with 1,252 and 1,182 hours remaining until TBO. Both four-bladed Hartzell props have 1,041 hours since overhaul.

The avionics suite features dual Garmin 530W WAAS GPS units, Collins FCS-80 autopilot, Sandel SN3308 EFIS, and full ADS-B compliance. The interior was recently refurbished with tan leather seating for six in club configuration (expandable to eight), featuring a refreshment center and enclosed lavatory. The 2004 Matterhorn white exterior paint remains in very good condition. A full A-D inspection was completed in October 2024, with all systems reported as fully operational. This Merlin stands out for its consistent care, low-corrosion history, and comprehensive logbooks documenting its premium maintenance standards.

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Engine 1 Time: 3,747.5 hrs (SOH)

Engine 2 Time: 3,818 hrs (SOH)

Prop 1 Time: 1,041.3 hrs (SOH)

Prop 2 Time: 1,041 hrs (SOH)

Inspection Status: A THROUGH D INSP COMPLETED OCTOBER 2024 BY ONE OF THE WELL KNOWN AND REPUTABLE MERLIN SHOPS IN TEXAS WHERE THE AIRCRAFT WAS BUILT. THIS IS NOT ONE OF THOSE OLD AIRCRAFT WHEREAS LITLE THINGS DON’T WORK. EVERY PIECE OF EQUIPMENT IN THIS AIRCRAFT WORKS EXACTLY AS IT SHOULD. NO OPERATIONAL SQUAWKS AT ALL

Avionics

GPS

Garmin 530 - Dual w/ WAAS 8.33 spacing

Comms

Garmin 530W - Dual

Collins FCS-80 - Flight Director

Weather

RDR 2000 - RDR Vertical Profile

ADS-B Out

Meets 2020 FAA requirement for ADS B out.

ADS-B In

Stratus - unit provides ADS B in for weather and I pad use.

PFD

Sandel SN3308 - EFIS PN

MFD

Garmin 530W - Dual

Additional Equipment

Pitch Trim Actuator

Altitude Alerter

Garmin 106A - Altitude Alerter

Course Deviation Indicator

Audio Panel

Baker M-1035 - Dual Audio Panels

XM Weather Receiver

Garmin GDL-69 - XM weather receiver

Marker Beacon

King KA 35 - KA Marker Beacons

Clock

Davton 8118 - clock

ELT

Artex 406 MHz - ELT

USB Charging Ports

Dual USB charging ports

Fire Extinguishers

Hand Held Fire Extinguishers both cabin and cockpit

Interior & Exterior

Paint Year: 2004

Interior Notes: The Interior was recently customized and refurbished in tan leather with deep brown and tan fleck carpet and coordinating sidewalls. The couch was removed and replaced with two new, much more confortable Captains chairs. There are 6 Captain’s chairs with tables at each chair. (four in club configuration w/ dual executive tables), and additional side facing seat. In single pilot operation, the co-pilot’s seat can be used for a 8th passenger. The aircraft has a forward refreshment center with Hot Coffee unit and several snack drawers with additional cabinets in the back with storage drawers, all finished in high gloss burl wood with Gold accents. The aft restroom has a complete closing door for privacy, flushing potty and a sink with running water. Aft of the restroom, is a large baggage compartment with plenty of storage room for bags and golf clubs.

Exterior Notes: The Exterior was completed in 2004 in overall Matterhorn white, with Hunter Green and Gold accent stripes. The exterior is in very good condition.