N316TD

This entry covers airframe N316TD, an Israel Aircraft Industries-built IAI 1124 Westwind I completed in 1980 with manufacturer serial 312. The airframe is registered in the United States and is owned by SOUTH DELTA AVIATION INC, a corporate owner based in Fayetteville, AR, US, which serves as its operator and home base. Registry records reflect its U.S. registration and a market valuation recorded at $475,000, indicating an airframe positioned toward the mature end of the secondary market. The aircraft's configuration and avionics suggest continued operational utility for corporate or charter missions despite its age.

The cabin is outfitted as a nine‑place executive arrangement featuring a 3‑place forward divan, 4‑place club seating, a belted lavatory, an aft chair, and a forward refreshment center/galley, supporting typical corporate shuttle and light charter missions. Avionics installed on this airframe include Garmin GTN-750, Garmin 530W, Garmin GTX-345 transponders, Collins AP-105 autopilot, Collins FD-109 flight directors, Collins ProLine II elements, RCA Primus 400 radar, TAWS, and CVR, providing a mix of legacy and supplemental modern navigation and surveillance capability. Typical operations for this airframe, given its 2,390 nm range and 390 kt cruise, would include medium-haul executive transport and regional charter routes from its Fayetteville base. Maintenance considerations for this specific airframe emphasize twin Honeywell/Garrett TFE731 series engine supports and avionics integration upkeep to retain IFR and charter compliance.

The IAI 1124 Westwind I occupies a light-to-medium business jet niche characterized by efficient medium-range performance, high-altitude capability to 45,000 ft, and modest cabin capacity of 9 seats. Competing models historically include earlier small-cabin business jets offering similar speed-range envelopes; buyer and charter demand for this airframe typically centers on cost-conscious operators seeking proven airframes with capable range and speed. Resale considerations for this specific airframe reflect its 1980 build year and recorded $475,000 valuation, with maintenance status, engine hours, and avionics upgrades—such as the installed Garmin and Collins equipment—being principal determinants of marketability.