# N520D: 2008 Grimes Brian T SR2500

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Grimes Brian T SR2500](https://openairdocs.org/model/grimes-brian-t-sr2500) (registry code 05627JD, 4 seats)
- Engine: [Continental IO-520-D](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-520-d) (registry code 17236)
- Data sheets: [TCDS E5CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E5CE) (Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 051SR
- Year built: 2008
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Kit: Murphy Aircraft Mfg Ltd SR 2500
- Airworthiness: Experimental, amateur built
- Airworthiness date: January 3, 2009
- Certificate issued: November 4, 2008
- Expires: November 30, 2028
- Mode S code: A68939
- Registered owner: [Grimes Brian T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRIMES%20BRIAN%20T)
- Location: [Kingman, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Kingman)
- Owner type: Individual
- Owner's area on the map: 35.0799° N, 113.7486° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 86401, within about 20 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=520D
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N520D

From the FAA registry file of October 24, 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): 31 in force

### Matched by airframe (Grimes Brian T SR2500)

None in force.

### Matched by engine (Continental IO-520-D)

- [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 2023-09-09](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 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 2016-16-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-16-12): Cylinder assemblies · Continental Motors LTSIO-520-AE, TSIO-520-A, TSIO-520-AE and 89 more. Effective Sep 15, 2016
- [AD 2014-05-29](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-05-29): SAP replacement parts manufacturer approval (PMA) investment cast cylinder assemblies · Continental Motors TSIO-520-A, TSIO-520-AE, TSIO-520-AF and 55 more. Effective Apr 25, 2014
- [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 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 2004-08-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-08-10): Serial-numbered (SN) cylinders · Modify Teledyne Continental TSIO-520-NB engine (RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership STC SE09104SC or 4 others). Effective May 5, 2004
- [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 97-26-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-17): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 90 more. Effective Jan 23, 1998
- [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 86-13-04 R3](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-13-04-R3): Cylinder Assemblies · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 44 more. Effective Feb 24, 1988
- [AD 81-24-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-24-06): Engine Driven Fuel Pumps · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 51 more. Effective Nov 23, 1981
- [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 80-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-01-04): Cylinder Holddown Flange Assemblies · Continental Motors IO-520-A, IO-520-B, IO-520-BA and 44 more. Effective Jan 25, 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 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)
- [AD 77-13-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-13-22): Crankcase Cracks · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-F and 22 more

### 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 2009-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-16-03) (historical): Cylinder assemblies · Continental Motors IO-520-A, IO-520-B, IO-520-BA and 55 more. Effective Sep 9, 2009
- [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

## Information bulletins (advisory) (10 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-18-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-18-16): POWERPLANT  Alternator Drive Coupling. Issued Jun 20, 2018
- [SAIB NE-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-17-11): POWERPLANT  Engine damage as a result of kickback. Issued May 10, 2017
- [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-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-10-07): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder: Identification Information for Superior Air Parts, PMA Cylinder Heads for Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) IO-520, TSIO-520,and IO-550 Series Engines.. Issued Nov 2, 2009
- [SAIB NE-09-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section. Issued Jan 30, 2009
- [SAIB NE-07-09R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-07-09R1): Periodic Inspections of ECi Cylinder Assemblies for Cracks in the Aluminum Head. Issued Mar 21, 2007

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N520D.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N520D.

## 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.

## Service difficulty reports on N520D not matched to an aircraft (1)

They name N520D, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft.

- [SDR 97ZZZX2806](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX2806), Jun 2, 1997: FIRE WARN. ACTIVATED. ON 6-2-97 AT 1003.9 HOBBS TIME, THE RIGHT ENGINE FIRE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON CLIMB-OUT. THE ENGINE WAS MONITORED WITH NO SECONDARY INDICATIONS OF A FIRE. 

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (58, 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 IO-520-D)

- [STC SE5583SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5583SW): Installation of fuel flow transducers (true-flow totalizer). Alcor LLC. Lists IO-520 Series
- [STC SE01844SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01844SE): Installation of fuel control modification and associated hardware. Metal Innovations Inc. dba MII Aero
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation 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 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 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
- [STC SE03704AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03704AT): Convert Continental Motors IO-520-A, -D, -E, -F and -L engine to Vitatoe Aviation, LLC IO-520-A-CF, -D-CF, -E-CF, -F-CF or -L-CF engine in accordance with Master Parts List PL2008-7 Rev. C dated August 2, 2018 or later FAA approved revision and Assembly Instructions PL2008-13 Rev C. dated August 2, 2018 or later FAA approved revision. Vitatoe Aviation LLC
- [STC SE09217SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09217SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE94WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE94WE): Installation of oil fitting(AN-823-5D) in rocker box cover. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SE00115SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00115SE): Replaces Teledyne-Continental Part Number 646277 lifter bodies. B & B Aviation LLC
- [STC SE5784NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5784NM): Replacement of Teledyne Continental original camshaft. B & B Aviation LLC
- [STC SE70RM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE70RM): Installation of compressor bracket. Air Comm Corporation
- [STC SE2068NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2068NM): Remove fuel injection system, install Marvel Schebler carburetor system and revise operating limits as shown in addendum SE2068NM. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC
- [STC SE09637SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09637SC): Remove existing rocker arm assemblies and install modify rocker arm assemblies. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE03187AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03187AT): STC for the conversion of Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) Models IO-520-D, -E, -F, or -L to the respective PowerLite Models IO-550-D-AP, -E-AP, -F-AP, or -L-AP which have the same ratings and limitations as TCM Models IO-550-D, -E, -F, or -L, respectively. Vitatoe Aviation LLC
- [STC SE1186SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1186SW): Regrooving of pistons P/N 631475 or P/N 632585. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE2340SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2340SW): Installation of modified cylinder assemblies, barrels, piston, and repaired crankcases. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE34WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE34WE): Installation of Electro-Coatings, Inc., piston rings on Continental pistons. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE5820SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5820SW): Installation of Airmotive exhaust valve, P/N AEC-637781. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-520 Series
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE09979SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09979SC): Modification of Teledyne Continental Motors IO-520-B, IO-520-BA, or IO-520-BB engine to an Ultimate Engines IO-550-B/UE engine. General Aviation Modifications, Inc
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE7325SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7325SW-D): Installation of crankcase modifications. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership
- [STC SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc
- [STC SE443GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE443GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE09997SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09997SC): Modification of Teledyne Continental Motors IO-520-B or IO-520-BA or IO-520-BB engine. Barrett Performance Aircraft. Lists IO-520 Series
- [STC SE00215DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00215DE): Modification to Teledyne Continental engine for the installation of a turbonormalizing system. Engine Technologies Inc
- [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. Lists IO-520 Series
- [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
- [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. Lists IO-520 Series
- [STC SE09289SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09289SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications, Inc
- [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. Lists IO-520 Series
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE00427NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00427NY): Installation, operation and inspection of CAM oil coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing
- [STC SE75WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE75WE): Installation of emergency fuel system. Mission Aviation Fellowship
- [STC SE00143SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00143SE): 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
- [STC SE8687SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8687SW): Regrooving of pistons P/N 631475 or P/N 632585. Capehart Industries, Inc. Lists IO-520 Series
- [STC SE4314NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4314NM): Replacement of the original engine oil screen with an external mounted full flow oil adapter & spin-on filter. Timberman Allen E
- [STC SE8594SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8594SW): Installation of roller rocker arm P/N PE 92I intake and PE92E exhaust. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE5205NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5205NM): Installation of an Oilamatic engine filter screen adapter. Oilamatic Inc
- [STC SE400NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE400NE): Installation of Auto-vac-2 instrument vacuum system. Raymond Ives
- [STC SE7422SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7422SW): Installation of Performance Engineering roller rocker arms. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE938GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE938GL): Installation of oil filler tube extension. Rapco, Inc
- [STC SE2197CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2197CE): Add the following approved fuel: leaded & unleaded automotive gasoline 91 minimum antiknock index (RON+MON)/2. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SE3812SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3812SW): Recontouring and polishing(porting) of intake manifold and exhaust parts and air flow balancing. High Performance Aircraft. Lists IO-520 Series

All 58: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N520D/stcs.md

## Related

- Other Grimes Brian T SR2500 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/grimes-brian-t-sr2500/aircraft.md
- The Continental IO-520-D engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-520-d.md

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