1981 FAIRCHILD MERLIN IIIC
Description
Arcadia Jets is pleased to present this 1981 Fairchild SA227-TT Merlin IIIC, a serious cabin-class turboprop for buyers seeking King Air utility with greater speed, longer legs, and distinctive ramp presence. With approximately 3,331 hours total time, a 4,052 lb useful load, TPE331-10U-503G power, and smooth, quiet MT five-blade propellers that enhance both efficiency and performance, this Merlin IIIC offers a compelling combination of speed, range, utility, and value. The eight-passenger cabin features a two-place divan, club seating, and a belted, private lavatory. Published Merlin IIIC figures show a 300-knot max cruise and nearly 1,900 nm range, exceeding the King Air 200-series benchmark while delivering the efficiency and direct power response for which Garrett/Honeywell-powered aircraft are known.Specifications
Year1981
ManufacturerFAIRCHILD
ModelMERLIN IIIC
Serial NumberTT477A
ConditionUsed
Registration #N227JT
FlightRulesIFR
Based atKSDL
Total Time3,331
Total Landings2,669
Max Takeoff Weight13,230 lb
Useful Load4,052 lb
Complete LogsYes
Airframe NotesTotal Time on Airframe 3,331 Hours as of (May 2026)
2,669 Landings
Useful Load - 4,052 LBS
Max Gross Weight - 12,500 LBS
Engine 1 Make/ModelHONEYWELL TPE331-10U-503G
Engine 1 Serial NumberP-35202
Engine 1 Time3,215 SNEW
Engine 1 TBO5000
Engine 1 Cycles3,973
Engine 2 Make/ModelHONEYWELL TPE331-10U-503G
Engine 2 Serial NumberP-35210
Engine 2 Time3,331 SNEW
Engine 2 TBO5000
Engine 2 Cycles4,045
Prop 1 ManufacturerMT
Prop 1 ModelMTV-27-1-E-C-F-R(G)
Prop 1 Time376 SOH
Prop 2 ManufacturerMT
Prop 2 ModelMTV-27-1-E-C-F-R(G)
Prop 2 Time376 SOH
Number of Blades5
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN GTN 750
ADS-B EquippedYes
Avionics/RadiosGarmin GTN 650, GTN 750 - added 2019
Garmin GTX 345, GTX 335 (ADS-B in and out)
Garmin GAD 42 (data to legacy instruments and AP)
PressurizedYes
Additional EquipmentAirspeed Indicator
Altimeter
Magnetic Direction Indicator
Tachometers (2)
Torquemeters (2)
Exhaust Gas Temperature Indicators (2)
Oil Pressure Indicators (2)
Oil Temperature Indicators (2)
Fuel Quantity Indicators (2)
Fuel Pressure Indicators (2)
Stability Augmentation/Stall Avoidance System (SAS²)
Yaw Damper
Landing Gear Position Indicator
Approved Seat Belt for Each Seat, Shoulder Harness for Pilot and Copilot
Oxygen System and Mask for One Crew Member
OAT Indicator
SRL Computers (2)
NTS Systems (2)
Year Painted1981
Exterior NotesMatterhorn White and Gray with Gloss Black & Grey stripes
Year Interior1981
Number of Seats9
ConfigurationPassenger
LavatoryYes
Lavatory ConfigurationAft
Inspection Status12 Month Calendar Checks complied with July 2025 – Next Due July 2026
A&B Letter Checks performed at 2,205 Hours – Next due in 125 Hours
C&D Letter Checks preformed at 2,205 Hours – Next due in 26 Hours
AirworthyYes
Year1981|
ManufacturerFAIRCHILD|
ModelMERLIN IIIC|
Serial NumberTT477A|
ConditionUsed|
Registration #N227JT|
FlightRulesIFR|
Based atKSDL|
Total Time3,331|
Total Landings2,669|
Max Takeoff Weight13,230 lb|
Useful Load4,052 lb|
Complete LogsYes|
Airframe NotesTotal Time on Airframe 3,331 Hours as of (May 2026)
2,669 Landings
Useful Load - 4,052 LBS
Max Gross Weight - 12,500 LBS|
Engine 1 Make/ModelHONEYWELL TPE331-10U-503G |
Engine 1 Serial NumberP-35202|
Engine 1 Time3,215 SNEW |
Engine 1 TBO5000|
Engine 1 Cycles3,973|
Engine 2 Make/ModelHONEYWELL TPE331-10U-503G |
Engine 2 Serial NumberP-35210|
Engine 2 Time3,331 SNEW |
Engine 2 TBO5000|
Engine 2 Cycles4,045|
Prop 1 ManufacturerMT|
Prop 1 ModelMTV-27-1-E-C-F-R(G)|
Prop 1 Time376 SOH |
Prop 2 ManufacturerMT|
Prop 2 ModelMTV-27-1-E-C-F-R(G)|
Prop 2 Time376 SOH |
Number of Blades5|
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN GTN 750 |
ADS-B EquippedYes|
Avionics/RadiosGarmin GTN 650, GTN 750 - added 2019
Garmin GTX 345, GTX 335 (ADS-B in and out)
Garmin GAD 42 (data to legacy instruments and AP)|
PressurizedYes|
Additional EquipmentAirspeed Indicator
Altimeter
Magnetic Direction Indicator
Tachometers (2)
Torquemeters (2)
Exhaust Gas Temperature Indicators (2)
Oil Pressure Indicators (2)
Oil Temperature Indicators (2)
Fuel Quantity Indicators (2)
Fuel Pressure Indicators (2)
Stability Augmentation/Stall Avoidance System (SAS²)
Yaw Damper
Landing Gear Position Indicator
Approved Seat Belt for Each Seat, Shoulder Harness for Pilot and Copilot
Oxygen System and Mask for One Crew Member
OAT Indicator
SRL Computers (2)
NTS Systems (2)|
Year Painted1981|
Exterior NotesMatterhorn White and Gray with Gloss Black & Grey stripes|
Year Interior1981|
Number of Seats9|
ConfigurationPassenger|
LavatoryYes|
Lavatory ConfigurationAft|
Inspection Status12 Month Calendar Checks complied with July 2025 – Next Due July 2026
A&B Letter Checks performed at 2,205 Hours – Next due in 125 Hours
C&D Letter Checks preformed at 2,205 Hours – Next due in 26 Hours|
AirworthyYes|
