# N290DF: 1968 Fendley DF290 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Fendley DF290](https://openairdocs.org/model/fendley-df290) (registry code 05601L3, 2 seats) - Engine: [Continental I0-470 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-i0-470-series) (registry code 17027) - Serial number: 100A - Year built: 1968 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Experimental, amateur built - Certificate issued: October 30, 2017 - Expires: October 31, 2027 - Mode S code: A2F5CB - Registered owner: [Hoddenbach Jim](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HODDENBACH%20JIM) - Location: [Woods Cross, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Woods%20Cross) - Owner type: Individual - Owner's area on the map: 40.8891° N, 111.9282° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 84087, within about 2 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=290DF - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N290DF From the FAA registry file of October 22, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination. The registry lists only the engine series, so ADs for every Continental I0-470 model are included. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 28 in force ### Matched by airframe (Fendley DF290) None in force. ### Matched by engine (Continental I0-470 series) - [AD 2023-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-17-04): Reciprocating Engine Oil System · F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter… (Stratus Tool Technologies STC SE09356SC or 2 others). Effective Oct 26, 2023 - [AD 2023-05-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-05-16): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 147 more. Effective Mar 15, 2023 - [AD 2023-02-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-02-12): Engine Air Intake System · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 127 more. Effective Feb 17, 2023 - [AD 2022-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-16-03): Engine (RECIPROCATING) · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-F and 236 more. Effective Aug 15, 2022 - [AD 2012-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-06): Fuel servo diaphragm · Continental Motors 6-260-A, 6-285-A, 6-285-B and 482 more. Effective Feb 24, 2012 - [AD 2010-11-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-11-04): Hydraulic lifters · Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 190 more. Effective Jun 16, 2010 - [AD 2010-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-07-08): Turbochargers · Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 137 more. Effective Apr 19, 2010 - [AD 2009-19-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-19-07): EQ3 cylinders · Continental Motors IO-470-C, IO-470-D, IO-470-E and 72 more. Effective Oct 7, 2009 - [AD 2007-04-19 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-04-19-R1): SAP cylinder assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 314 more. Effective May 7, 2007 - [AD 2000-23-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-21): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 164 more. Effective Dec 12, 2000 - [AD 99-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-19-01): No. 2 and No. 5 Crankshaft Inspections · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 127 more. Effective Sep 30, 1999 - [AD 98-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-17-11): Crankshafts · Continental Motors A-65-3, A-65-8, A75-8 and 90 more. Effective Oct 19, 1998 - [AD 97-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-21-02): Cylinders · Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 61 more. Effective Oct 27, 1997 - [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 95-21-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-21-15): Aviation Gasoline · Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12F, C85-12FJ and 77 more. Effective Nov 28, 1995 - [AD 93-08-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-08-17): Oil Pick-Up Tube · Continental Motors IO-470-A, IO-470-C, IO-470-D and 104 more. Effective Aug 23, 1993 - [AD 93-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-10-02): Missing Cylinder Valve Retainer Key · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 180 more. Effective Aug 12, 1993 - [AD 91-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-19-03): Oil Filter · Continental Motors 6-285-A, 6-285-B, 6-285-BA and 169 more. Effective Sep 29, 1991 - [AD 88-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-03-06): Oil Filter · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 155 more. Effective Apr 15, 1988 - [AD 85-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-08-02): Cylinder Assemblies · Continental Motors IO-470-C, O-470-G, O-470-K and 4 more. Effective Apr 15, 1985 - [AD 81-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 234 more. Effective Aug 6, 1981 - [AD 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980 - [AD 79-05-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-05-09): Oil Pump Assembly Or Oil Pressure Relief Valve Screw And/Or Plunger · Teledyne Continental Motors 6-285-CA, GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D and 60 more. Effective Mar 12, 1979 - [AD 77-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-05-04): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-470-L, IO-520-D, IO-520-F and 6 more. Effective Mar 11, 1977 - [AD 70-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-14-07): Fuel Injection Pump · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-C, IO-360-D and 25 more. Effective Nov 22, 1974 - [AD 72-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-20-02): Cylinders · Continental Motors IO-470-D, IO-470-E, IO-470-F and 10 more. Effective Oct 2, 1974 - [AD 67-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-01-04): Oil Filters · Full flow oil filter (Superior Flow STC SA401SW or 2 others). Effective Jan 2, 1967 - [AD 98-01-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-08): Exhaust Roller Rocker Arm · Roller rocker arm P/N PE 92I intake and PE92E exhaust (Performance Engineering STC SE8594SW) ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2023-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-04-08) (historical): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 141 more. Effective Feb 23, 2023 - [AD 2022-04-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-04-04) (historical): Reciprocating Engine Oil System · F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter… (Stratus Tool Technologies STC SE09356SC or 2 others). Effective Mar 29, 2022 - [AD 2009-24-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-52) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 192 more - [AD 2009-24-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-51) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Teledyne Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 156 more - [AD 2000-08-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-08-51) (historical): Crankshaft · Teledyne Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 158 more - [AD 94-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-14-12) (historical): Octane Aviation Gasoline · Teledyne Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12, E185-11 and 68 more - [AD 99-09-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-09-17) (historical): Crankshaft · Teledyne Continental Motors IO-470-A, IO-470-C, IO-470-D and 114 more - [AD 97-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-01) (historical): Pistons · Teledyne Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 61 more ## Information bulletins (advisory) (6 in force) - [SAIB NE-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-20-05): POWERPLANT - Engine Camshaft Gear Tooth Fracture. Issued Apr 6, 2020 - [SAIB NE-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-16-13): Powerplant - Prohibited use of sealant. Issued Mar 8, 2016 - [SAIB NE-13-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-15): Engine Controls: Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Throttle and Mixture Control Levers. Issued Feb 8, 2013 - [SAIB NE-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-04): Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Connecting Rod Piston Pin Bushing Inspection. Issued Oct 31, 2012 - [SAIB NE-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-10-09): Reciprocating Engine Power Section: Hydraulic Valve Lifters. Issued Nov 20, 2009 - [SAIB NE-09-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section. Issued Jan 30, 2009 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N290DF. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N290DF. ## Service difficulty reports None filed for this aircraft. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (69, first 50) Approved for this aircraft's airframe or engine model, in force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has; its records do. ### Approved for the engine (Continental I0-470 series) - [STC SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive. Alcor LLC - [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE25WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE25WE): Installation of two (2) Roto-Master Turbochargers Model 3DT5FF10J2, P/N 600572-00 (formerly Rajay Model 315F10, P/N RJ0080-102). TALCO Aviation. Lists IO-470-C - [STC SE96SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE96SO): Installation of two (2) Roto-Master Turbochargers Model 3DT5FF10J2, P/N 600572-00 (formerly Rajay Model 315F10, P/N RJ0080-102). TALCO Aviation. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE04599CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04599CH): To allow the use of UL-94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel meeting ASTM D7547. Swift Fuels LLC. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE09356SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09356SC): Install F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter adapter for a spin-on oil filter. Stratus Tool Technologies LLC. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE00561NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00561NY): Replacement of Fuel Injection System with Carburetted System. Aerotec Engines Limited. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE09217SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09217SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SE00114SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00114SE): Replaces Teledyne-Continental Part Number 646277 lifter bodies. B & B Aviation LLC. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE09637SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09637SC): Remove existing rocker arm assemblies and install modify rocker arm assemblies. General Aviation Modifications Inc. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE02261CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02261CH): Increase engine displacement from 470 cubic inches to 520 cubic inches in the Teledyne Continental Motors IO-470-D, -E, -F, -H, -L, -M, -N, -R, -S, -U, -V, -VO engines models with a flat rating of 260 HP. Cygnet Aerospace Corp. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE92WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE92WE): Installation of oil fitting (AN-823-5D) in rocker box cover. Airwolf Filter Corporation. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE95WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE95WE): Installation of oil fitting (AN-823-5D) in rocker box cover. Airwolf Filter Corporation. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE325SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE325SW): Full flow oil filter. Superior Flow Company - [STC SE2-984](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2-984): Modification of Continental Piston Part No. 627738 (IO-470). Continental Motors, Inc - [STC SE26WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE26WE): Piston ring 250000, 250000+2W and250000+10W on Continental E Series piston 534895, O-470 piston 534895, 626992 and 537883 and IO-470 piston534895. Continental Motors, Inc - [STC SE34WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE34WE): Installation of Electro-Coatings, Inc., piston rings on Continental pistons. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE5820SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5820SW): Installation of Airmotive exhaust valve, P/N AEC-637781. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc - [STC SE910SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE910SW): The manufacturer of pistons, valve guides, and parts. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE94SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE94SW): Modification of Continental IO-470 Pistons P/N 627738, P/N 539814, and P/N 631481 compression ring grooves from present keystone configuration to rectangular configuration. Continental Motors, Inc - [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE992SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE992SO): Installation of fuel line filters into the individual fuel injector lines in accordance with Beryl D Shannon Aviation Specialties, Inc. Installation Instructions BI 2500, approved May 24, 1976, or later FAA approved revisions. D'Shannon Products Ltd. Lists IO-470-J - [STC SE994SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE994SO): Installation of fuel line filters into the individual fuel injector lines in accordance with Beryl D Shannon Aviation Specialties, Inc. Installations Instructions BI 2500, approved May 24, 1976, or later FAA approved revision. D'Shannon Products Ltd. Lists IO-470-C - [STC SE03701AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03701AT): Increase the main jet size of TCM MA4-5 carburetors of TCM O-470-U engines, to increase engine power from 230 BHP at 2400 RPM to 252 BHP at 2625 RPM. John Jewell Aircraft Inc. Lists IO-470-U - [STC SE267CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE267CH): Installation of Slick Model 6309 and 6313 magnetos. Champion Aerospace LLC. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc. Lists IO-470-C - [STC SE551GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE551GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics. Lists IO-470-C - [STC SE552GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE552GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SA02261CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02261CH): Increase engine displacement from 470 cubic inches to 520 cubic inches. Chuck Ney Enterprises. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE152SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE152SO): Modification of throttle body location. Array Paul S - [STC SE09513SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09513SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 Multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil Formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA - [STC SE09559SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09559SC): Installation of US Airparts roller rocker arm assemblies P/N US92E exhaust and US92I intake. US Airparts, Inc. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE55WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE55WE): Modification of fuel injection manifold valve P/N 626547 to the P/N 631427 or P/N 636326 configuration. AAR Aircraft Services Inc. d/b/a AAR Aircraft Services-Oklahoma - [STC SE00577NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00577NY): Installation of Canadian Aero Mfg. (C.A.M.) Oil Coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing - [STC SE09319SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09319SC): Modify oil pan adding a new oil sump drain. Texas Skyways Inc - [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE00427NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00427NY): Installation, operation and inspection of CAM oil coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing. Lists IO-470-C - [STC SE00139SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00139SE): Replaces the following Teledyne-Continental part numbers: 641682 (Rocker Arm, Exhaust), 539742 (Rocker Arm, Intake), 539740 (Rocker Arm, Shaft) and 538304 (Pushrod Assembly). Dakota Aircraft Parts Inc. Lists IO-470-E - [STC SE3517NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3517NM): Replacement of the original engine oil screen with an external mounted full flow oil adapter and spin-on filter. Timberman Allen E. Lists IO-470-D - [STC SE8594SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8594SW): Installation of roller rocker arm P/N PE 92I intake and PE92E exhaust. Performance Engineering. Lists IO-470-C - [STC SE5205NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5205NM): Installation of an Oilamatic engine filter screen adapter. Oilamatic Inc. Lists IO-470-A - [STC SE775NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE775NE): Installation of Auto-Vac-2 auxiliary vacuum system. Raymond Ives. Lists IO-470-D All 69: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N290DF/stcs.md ## Related - Other Fendley DF290 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/fendley-df290/aircraft.md - The Continental I0-470 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-i0-470-series.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.