# N385BC: American Champion 8GCBC - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [American Champion 8GCBC](https://openairdocs.org/model/american-champion-8gcbc) (registry code 2121004, 3 seats) - Engine: [Lycoming O-360-C1G](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-360-c1g) (registry code 42284) - Data sheets: [TCDS A21CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A21CE) (American Champion Aircraft Corp.), [TCDS E-286](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-286) (Lycoming Engines) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 526-2010 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Standard, normal - Airworthiness date: May 14, 2010 - Certificate issued: January 31, 2020 - Expires: January 31, 2030 - Mode S code: A46DF9 - Registered owner: [Robinson Eric C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROBINSON%20ERIC%20C) - Location: [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer) - Owner type: Individual - Owner's area on the map: 61.6245° N, 148.9817° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 99645, within about 14 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=385BC - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N385BC From the FAA registry file of October 21, 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. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 37 in force ### Matched by airframe (American Champion 8GCBC) - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2009-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-22-02): Rear seat back hinge area and excessive elongation of the rear seat hinge bolt hole · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Dec 3, 2009 - [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 2006 - [AD 2005-24-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-24-10): Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) limitation · American Champion 7AC, 7ACA, 7BCM (Army L-16A) and 21 more. Effective Jan 17, 2006 - [AD 2000-25-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-25-02-R1): Wood Spars · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 27 more. Effective Jul 13, 2001 - [AD 96-18-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-18-02): Wing Strut Attach Fittings · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Sep 20, 1996 - [AD 89-18-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-18-06): Front Folding Seats · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Sep 21, 1989 - [AD 80-25-07 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-25-07-R1): Oil Coolers · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 39 more. Effective Sep 24, 1981 - [AD 79-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-22-01): Exhaust System · American Champion 7ECA, 8GCBC and 8KCAB. Effective Oct 29, 1979 - [AD 79-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-07-02): Batteries · Aircraft Parts & Development A, A-2, A-3 and 149 more. Effective Apr 3, 1979 - [AD 76-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-22-01): Adjustable Front Seat · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Nov 2, 1976 - [AD 75-17-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-17-16): Engine Power Loss · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Aug 12, 1975 - [AD 75-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-04-12): Markings on Tachometer · American Champion 8GCBC. Effective Feb 21, 1975 - [AD 74-15-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-15-07): Propeller Mounting · American Champion 8GCBC. Effective Jul 26, 1974 ### Matched by engine (Lycoming O-360-C1G) - [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026 - [AD 2020-25-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-25-12): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Superior Air Parts IO-360-A1A1, IO-360-A1A2, IO-360-A2A1 and 146 more. Effective Jan 15, 2021 - [AD 2017-16-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-16-11): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 93 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017 - [AD 2012-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-19-01): Crankshafts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1A, AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6 and 321 more. Effective Oct 24, 2012 - [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012 - [AD 2009-26-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-26-12): Cylinder assemblies · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 264 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010 - [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 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006 - [AD 2006-10-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-10-21): ECi connecting rods · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Connecting Rods, AEIO-360-B1B, AEIO-360-B1D and 171 more. Effective Jun 22, 2006 - [AD 2004-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-10-14): Crankshaft gear · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 642 more. Effective Jun 25, 2004 - [AD 98-02-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-02-08): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 216 more. Effective Mar 30, 1998 - [AD 97-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-11): Cylinder kits · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 538 more. Effective Aug 12, 1997 - [AD 96-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-10): Oil pump · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1A, AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2A and 334 more. Effective Jul 15, 1996 - [AD 95-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-07-01): Connecting Rod Bolt · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1E, AEIO-360-B1G6, AEIO-360-H1A and 177 more. Effective Apr 12, 1995 - [AD 92-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-12-05): Piston Pins · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 532 more. Effective Jul 10, 1992 - [AD 90-04-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-04-06-R1): Propeller Governor External Oil Line · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 427 more. Effective May 28, 1991 - [AD 87-10-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-10-06-R1): Rocker Arm Assembly · Lycoming Engines IO-360-B4, IVO-360-A1A, O-340-A1A and 243 more. Effective Sep 1, 1989 - [AD 89-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-04-02): Carburetors · Continental Motors O-470-11, O-470-11-CI, O-470-11B and 175 more. Effective Mar 8, 1989 - [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 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977 - [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969 - [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 63-22-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-22-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors GO-300-A, GO-300-B, GO-300-C and 143 more. Effective Dec 2, 1963 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 98-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-05-04) (historical): Wood Spar Wing · American Champion 8GCBC. Effective Apr 17, 1998 - [AD 96-03-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-03-11) (historical): Wing Front Strut Fittings · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCBC, 8GCBC and 1 more. Effective Feb 26, 1996 - [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024 - [AD 2008-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-19-05) (historical): Parallel Valve'' reciprocating engines · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 262 more. Effective Oct 20, 2008 - [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006 - [AD 81-18-04 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-18-04-R2) (historical): Engine Oil Pump Driven Impeller and Shaft · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 376 more. Effective Jun 7, 1982 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (13 in force) - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 - [SAIB CE-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-18-20): Electrical Power. Issued Jul 12, 2018 - [SAIB CE-13-40](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-40): Flight Compartment. Issued Jul 12, 2013 - [SAIB CE-11-43](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-43): Flight Controls. Issued Jul 6, 2011 - [SAIB CE-10-39](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-39): Equipment - Furnishings. Issued Jul 23, 2010 - [SAIB CE-09-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-20): Equipment - Furnishings. Issued Mar 20, 2009 - [SAIB CE-07-45](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-07-45): Flight Controls. Issued Aug 24, 2007 - [SAIB CE-04-83](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-83): . Issued Sep 9, 2004 - [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019 - [SAIB NE-08-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32R1): Propeller Governor Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw. Issued May 13, 2016 - [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014 - [SAIB NE-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-06): Pushrod Shroud Spring Retainers, Engine Components Part No. AEL14995, for Lycoming Engines 320, 360, and 540 Series Engines. Issued Nov 21, 2012 - [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008 - [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N385BC. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N385BC. ## Service difficulty reports None filed for this aircraft. ## Related - Other American Champion 8GCBC aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-champion-8gcbc/aircraft.md - STCs for the American Champion 8GCBC: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-champion-8gcbc/stcs.md - The Lycoming O-360-C1G engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-360-c1g.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.