# N54ZP: 1980 Cessna 404 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Cessna 404](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-404) (registry code 2075901, 8 seats) - Engine: [Continental GTSI0-520-F-K](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-gtsi0-520-f-k) (registry code 17031) - Data sheets: [TCDS A25CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A25CE) (Textron Aviation Inc.) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 404-0694 - Year built: 1980 - Type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Standard, normal - Airworthiness date: December 19, 1980 - Certificate issued: July 19, 2018 - Expires: July 31, 2028 - Mode S code: A6D7E0 - Registered owner: [South Aero Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTH%20AERO%20INC) - Location: [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque) - Owner type: Corporation - Owner's area on the map: 35.0845° N, 106.6511° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs: center of Albuquerque, NM, within about 8 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=54ZP - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N54ZP 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): 20 in force ### Matched by airframe (Cessna 404) - [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 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2005-20-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-20-25): Avionics bus circuit breaker switches · Cessna 401, 401A, 401B and 15 more. Effective Nov 9, 2005 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [AD 2000-01-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-01-16): Exhaust System · Cessna 320, 320-1, 320A and 28 more. Effective Feb 15, 2000 - [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998 - [AD 98-04-28](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-04-28): AFM - Limitations Section - Icing · Cessna 310R, 335, 340A and 12 more. Effective Mar 13, 1998 - [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 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 95-09-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-09-13): Fuel Inlet Float Valve · Cessna 402C, 404, 414A and 2 more. Effective Jun 14, 1995 - [AD 92-16-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-16-18): Passenger Seat Reinforcement · Cessna 401, 402, 402A and 9 more. Effective Sep 10, 1992 - [AD 87-21-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-21-02-R1): Fuel Filler Openings · Cessna 310D, 310E, 310F and 41 more. Effective Jun 16, 1989 - [AD 86-20-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-20-12): Engine Mount Beams · Cessna 404. Effective Oct 21, 1986 - [AD 84-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-20-02): Nose Landing Gear · Cessna 402C, 404, 414A and 3 more. Effective Nov 1, 1984 - [AD 80-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-17-04): Fuel Flow Transducers · Aerosonic Fuel Flow Transducers, PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601) and 9 more. Effective Aug 13, 1980 - [AD 80-15-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-15-06): Elevator Trim Tab Assembly · Cessna 404. Effective Jul 24, 1980 - [AD 80-13-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-13-14): Fuel Flow Transducer · Cessna 310R, 335, 340A and 4 more. Effective Jul 22, 1980 - [AD 78-13-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-13-05): Improperly Installed Seats · Cessna 340, 340A, 402B and 7 more. Effective Jul 5, 1978 - [AD 78-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-11-05): Autopilot Actuator · Cessna 210M, 310R, 340A and 9 more. Effective Jun 5, 1978 ### Matched by engine (Continental GTSI0-520-F-K) None in force. ## Information bulletins (advisory) (7 in force) - [SAIB CE-14-11R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-11R1): Landing Gear; Nose Landing Gear Trunnions. Issued Sep 23, 2015 - [SAIB CE-13-22](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-22): Electrical Power System Circuit Breaker Switch. Issued Mar 13, 2013 - [SAIB CE-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-01): Fuel: Fuel Tank Selector Valve Systems. Issued Oct 5, 2009 - [SAIB CE-06-46R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-06-46R1): . Issued Sep 18, 2006 - [SAIB ACE-99-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/ACE-99-06): . Issued Nov 17, 1998 - [SAIB ACE-99-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/ACE-99-05): . Issued Nov 17, 1998 - [SAIB ACE-96-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/ACE-96-05): . Issued Oct 1, 1996 - [SAIB CE-14-11](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-11) (historical): Landing Gear; Nose Landing Gear Trunnions. Issued Feb 25, 2014 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N54ZP. ## FAA accident and incident reports (2) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Incident 19930326012069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930326012069I), Mar 26, 1993: Cessna 404CESSNA (N54ZP), St Paul, MN. Engine rough. Secured right engine. Returned. Landed safely. Found crankshaft broken at two places. - [Incident 19820518029989I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820518029989I), May 18, 1982: Cessna 404CESSNA (N54ZP), Eden Prairie, MN. Returning with gear problem. #1 engine stopped, failure unknown. Missing nose gear door bolt prevented retraction. ## Service difficulty reports (1) As reported by operators and repair stations. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model. - [SDR GNB2005F00003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GNB2005F00003), Jan 11, 2005: LINE. CORRODED. FAILED HYDRAULIC PRESSURE CHECK. LINE LAYING ON DUCTING FOR HEATING CAUSING CORROSION TO FORM. (SW01200502894) (K) ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (157, 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 (Cessna 404) - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [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 SA5581SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5581SW): Installation of ALCOR true-flow/ totalizer system. Alcor LLC - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation 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 SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [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 SA02532AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02532AT): Installation of subject Michelin tires on appropriate aircraft. For Michelin 5, 6, 8, and 10-inch rim diameter tires on General Aviation Aircraft. Michelin North America Inc - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA781GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA781GL): Replace existing main wheel and brakes by installing Parker Hannifin conversion kit 199-78. Kaman Corporation Aircraft Wheel and Brake LLC - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SA02254AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02254AK): Installation of "Single Screen", "2 or 3 Screen", "Dual Screen", or "4 or 6 screen". Genesys Aerosystems Inc - [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 SA04195NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04195NY): Installation of the KFC 230 Aerocruze Automatic Flight Control System (FCS) upgraded from KFC 200 FCS. Honeywell International Inc. (Bendix King) - [STC SA09856AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09856AC): Installation of BendixKing Aerowave 100 In-flight Data Link System for non-essential, non-required aircraft Cabin Systems & Equipments. 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 SA10236SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10236SC): Installation of a GDC 31 Roll Steering Converter. DAC International Inc - [STC SA04514NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04514NY): Single/Dual Transponder System ADS-B Upgrade. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS - [STC SA1297CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1297CE): Installation of King KFC 200 2-axis(3 optional) flight control system with a King KI 255 (or -256) Flight Command Indicator or a KG 258 Attitude Horizon Gyro with a KC 292 Mode Controller. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA1528CE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1528CE-D): Installation of King KAS 297 altitude selector option. 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 SA143RM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA143RM): Installation of air conditioner system. Air Comm 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 SA00571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00571SE): Replacement of certain BF Goodrich pneumatic deicer boots. SMR Technologies Inc - [STC SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00765DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00765DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation - [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 SA02013CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02013CH): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Traffic Advisory System (TAS). Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA01828SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01828SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) EDM-960 Primary Engine Data Management System. J. P. Instruments - [STC SA01835WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01835WI): Installation of Trig Avionics TY-96 or TY-97 VHF Communications Radio. Peregrine - [STC SA2872SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2872SW): Installation of wing nacelle locker tanks. OCR Aviation - [STC SA2993SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2993SW): Installation of nose fuselage fuel tank. OCR Aviation - [STC SA01933LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01935LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01935LA): Installation of external aft body strakes. Aircraft Performance Modifications - [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 SA01114CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01114CH): Installation of P2 Incorporated 6600 Audio Advisory system. P2 Incorporated - [STC SA02428SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428SE): Installation of an Air Stream Switch for an electric time recording device on non-pressurized aircraft. Henry F Rogers/David E Polley - [STC SA00343BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00343BO): Installation of a single configuration or a dual configuration Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Display, Model IFD540 loaded with Release 10.0 software (or later FAA approved release). Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00352BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA1274GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1274GL): Install Egan Aviation air ambulance stretcher P/N 125 using Installation Kit P/N 805. Paul/Lanna Egan LLC - [STC SA01118WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01118WI): Installation of the Concorde FLA or VRSLA RG series batteries. Concorde Battery Corporation - [STC SA00944CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00944CH): Replace Janitrol combustion heater Model 81D94-X (XX) with C&D Associates combustion heater Model CD25K, CD35K, and CD45K. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [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 SA01229SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01229SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of GNS 480 (CNX80) GPS WAAS Navigator with integrated VHF Navigation and Communication radios. Garmin International Inc - [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 SA01933LA-D PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D%20PAGE%201): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc All 157: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N54ZP/stcs.md ## Related - Other Cessna 404 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-404/aircraft.md - The Continental GTSI0-520-F-K engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-gtsi0-520-f-k.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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