# N495KB: 2011 Ga8 Airvan GA8-TC320

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Ga8 Airvan GA8-TC320](https://openairdocs.org/model/ga8-airvan-ga8-tc320) (registry code 3900104, 8 seats)
- Engine: [Lycoming TIO-540-AH1A](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-tio-540-ah1a) (registry code 42003)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A00011LA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A00011LA) (GA8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd), [TCDS E14EA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E14EA) (Lycoming Engines) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: GA8-TC 320-11-168
- Year built: 2011
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Experimental, research and development, market survey
- Airworthiness date: July 7, 2026
- Mode S code: A6238E
- Registered owner: [Wipaire Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WIPAIRE%20INC)
- Location: [South Saint Paul, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/South%20Saint%20Paul)
- Owner type: Corporation
- Owner's area on the map: 44.8880° N, 93.0417° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 55075, within about a mile (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=495KB
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N495KB

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.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 26 in force

### Matched by airframe (Ga8 Airvan GA8-TC320)

- [AD 2024-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-08-09): Electrical Power System Wiring · GA8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Jul 16, 2024
- [AD 2024-07-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-07-07): Cargo/Baggage Doors · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Jun 3, 2024
- [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022
- [AD 2020-17-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-17-09): Time Limits · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Sep 29, 2020
- [AD 2019-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-07-08): Wings · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective May 23, 2019
- [AD 2018-05-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-05-08): Fuel System · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Apr 12, 2018
- [AD 2015-06-02 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-06-02-R2): Power Plant · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Dec 3, 2015
- [AD 2012-24-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-24-04): Ice and Rain Protection · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Jan 7, 2013
- [AD 2010-10-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-10-01-R1): Stabilizers · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Oct 7, 2010

### Matched by engine (Lycoming TIO-540-AH1A)

- [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 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023
- [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 2015-19-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-19-07): Fuel injector fuel lines · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1B and 187 more. Effective Nov 3, 2015
- [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 71-13-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-13-01-R1): Rescinding an airworthiness directive · Lycoming Engines TIO-540-A1A, TIO-540-A1B, TIO-540-A1C and 13 more. Effective Mar 8, 2012
- [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 2011-13-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-13-03): Turbocharger Turbine · Lycoming Engines LTO-360-E1A6D, O-540-L3C5D, TIGO-541-E1A and 20 more. Effective Jul 13, 2011
- [AD 2009-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-02-03): Fuel injection servos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 261 more. Effective Feb 9, 2009
- [AD 2005-12-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-12-06): Riveted-impulse coupling assemblies and snap-ring coupling assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 154 more. Effective Jul 19, 2005
- [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 2004-05-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-05-24): Zinc-plated Crankshaft Gear Retaining Bolts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 161 more. Effective Mar 30, 2004
- [AD 2003-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-14-03): Rotary fuel pumps · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 262 more. Effective Aug 14, 2003
- [AD 2002-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-19-03): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines IO-540-A1A5, IO-540-AA1A5, IO-540-AA1B5 and 81 more. Effective Sep 20, 2002
- [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 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 91-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-08-07): Fuel Pump · Lycoming Engines TIO-360-A1A, TIO-360-A1B, TIO-360-A3B6 and 51 more. Effective May 6, 1991

### Historical (superseded or no longer in force)

- [AD 2015-06-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-06-02-R1) (historical): Power Plant · GA 8 Airvan GA8-TC320. Effective Aug 20, 2015
- [AD 2015-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-06-02) (historical): Power Plant · GA 8 Airvan GA8-TC320. Effective Apr 24, 2015
- [AD 2013-19-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-19-12) (historical): Fuel System · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Oct 15, 2013
- [AD 2010-18-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-18-06) (historical): Doors · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective Aug 30, 2010
- [AD 2010-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-10-01) (historical): Horizontal Stabiliser · GA 8 Airvan GA8 and GA8-TC320. Effective May 10, 2010
- [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 2011-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-26-04) (historical): Externally mounted fuel injector fuel lines · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1B and 186 more. Effective Jan 25, 2012
- [AD 2011-15-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-15-10) (historical): Fuel servos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 256 more. Effective Aug 16, 2011
- [AD 2008-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-14-07) (historical): Externally mounted fuel injector fuel lines · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1B and 185 more. Effective Aug 14, 2008
- [AD 2008-08-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-08-14) (historical): Fuel injection servo plugs · Superior Air Parts AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 242 more. Effective Apr 29, 2008
- [AD 2008-06-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-06-51) (historical): Fuel injection servo plugs · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 235 more
- [AD 2006-20-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-20-09) (historical): Certain crankshafts replacing · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1E6, AEIO-540-D4A5 and 82 more. Effective Nov 3, 2006
- [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 2002-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-26-01) (historical): Fuel injector fuel lines · Textron Lycoming, AVCO IGO-480-A1B6, IGO-540-B1A, IGO-540-B1C and 178 more. Effective Jan 31, 2003
- [AD 2002-23-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-23-06) (historical): Crankshaft gear retaining bolts · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5 and 46 more. Effective Nov 19, 2002
- [AD 2002-20-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-20-51) (historical): Crankshaft gear retaining bolts · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, IO-540 Series (all), LTIO-540-F2BD and 39 more
- [AD 2002-17-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-17-53) (historical): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines LTIO-540-F2BD, LTIO-540-J2B, LTIO-540-J2BD and 36 more
- [AD 2002-04-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-04-51) (historical): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines LTIO-540-F2BD, LTIO-540-J2B, LTIO-540-J2BD and 8 more
- [AD 98-18-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-18-12) (historical): Fuel Pump · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 249 more. Effective Sep 28, 1998

## Information bulletins (advisory) (5 in force)

- [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-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-04): Fuel Control/Reciprocating Engines. Issued Jan 10, 2009
- [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 N495KB.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N495KB.

## 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) (65, 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 airframe (Ga8 Airvan GA8-TC320)

- [STC SA12428CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12428CH): Installation of the Lycoming Engines Electronic Ignition System (EIS). Lycoming Engines, An Operating Division of AVCO Corporation
- [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC
- [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc
- [STC SA04046CH PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%201): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02575AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02575AK): Installation of the nose tire scraper P/N TSL-100. Aero Twin Inc
- [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine
- [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SA02518AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02518AK): Fabrication of Main Gear Gravel Deflectors. Airforms LLC
- [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC
- [STC SA09902AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09902AC): Installation of BendixKing KFD 900 Flight Display System. Honeywell International Inc. (Bendix King)
- [STC SA11174SC PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%201): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King)
- [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA01418WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01418WI-D): Installation of the Bendix/King KFC 225 Automatic Flight Control System: Required Data. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation
- [STC SA00344BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA02153LA-D PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153LA-D%20PAGE%201): Installation of Garmin G600 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA04424AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04424AT): Installation of Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Shower-of-Sparks Starting Vibrator Booster Systems. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SA00024NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00024NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K007 on single or multi-engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Lycoming reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA01933LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02212AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02212AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems. Seaplanes North LLC
- [STC SA00382BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00382BO): Installation of Globalstar Antenna and Cradle provisions to support a Globalstar GPS-1700 in non-composite airplanes. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA03845NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03845NY): The installation of MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH's Model# MTV-9-B/200-58 three Blade constant speed propeller and spinner. MT- Propeller Entwicklung GmbH
- [STC SA02119SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02119SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B UAT Transceiver System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA01969SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01969SE): Installation of a Mid-Continent MD302 Standby Attitude Module. Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
- [STC SA02442AK PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%201): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA02441AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02441AK): Installation of 8.50 x 6 , 6-ply nose tires utilizing an Airglas, Inc. PA32-206LA-GA8 Nose Fork Kit. Airglas Inc
- [STC SA02283SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA02402SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA02121SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02121SE): Installation of Garmin GTS 825 (TAS) or GTS 855 (TCAS I) Traffic System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02304SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02304SE): Installation of vortex generators on the wings and tail surfaces. Micro AeroDynamics Inc
- [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments
- [STC SA02153LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153LA-D) (historical): Installation of Garmin G600 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc

### Approved for the engine (Lycoming TIO-540-AH1A)

- [STC SE00825WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00825WI): Installation of Specialty Products Spin-on oil filter on Lycoming Engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc
- [STC SE00939WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00939WI): Installation of B&C Specialty Products Model BC 315-( ) Starter on Lycoming engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE01436LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01436LA): Installation of Firewall Forward Technologies LLC modified camshaft. Centri-lube Technologies LLC
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [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
- [STC SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp
- [STC SE04445AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04445AT): Installation of Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) S-1200 Series Magnetos (10-349290-1 and 10-349310-1) and associated hardware. Continental Motors Inc
- [STC SE09445SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09445SC): Installation of fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications Inc. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE7503SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7503SW): Installation of any or all parts listed on Airmotive Engineering Drawing List No. 852-1, Rev. 1, dated 10/4/88, or later FAA approved revision. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists TIO-540 Series

All 65: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N495KB/stcs.md

## Related

- Other Ga8 Airvan GA8-TC320 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/ga8-airvan-ga8-tc320/aircraft.md
- The Lycoming TIO-540-AH1A engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-tio-540-ah1a.md

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