# N596DM: Cessna 402C

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Cessna 402C](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-402c) (registry code 207590R, 10 seats)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A7CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A7CE) (Textron Aviation Inc.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 402C0255
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Certificate issued: January 27, 2021
- Expires: January 31, 2028
- Mode S code: A7B408
- Registered owner: [Airswiss Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRSWISS%20INC)
- Location: [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington)
- Owner type: Corporation
- Owner's area on the map: 39.7236° N, 75.5412° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 19801, 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=596DM
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N596DM

From the FAA registry file of October 20, 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): 25 in force

### Matched by airframe (Cessna 402C)

- [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 2018-03-03 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-03-03-R1): Fuselage · Textron 401, 401A, 401B and 13 more. Effective May 23, 2018
- [AD 2017-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-10-09): Nacelles/Pylons · Textron 402C and 414A. Effective Jun 7, 2017
- [AD 2016-17-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-17-08): Elevator Tab Control System · Textron 310, 310A, 310B and 46 more. Effective Sep 12, 2016
- [AD 2015-07-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-07-03): Nacelles/Pylons · Cessna 402C and 414A. Effective Apr 24, 2015
- [AD 2012-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-23-01): Wings · Cessna 402C and 414A with STC SA892NW or SA927NW. Effective Dec 26, 2012
- [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 2005-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-18-20): "FASTprop" propeller de-icers · Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A(B,K)-8R constant speed propeller (STC SA00718LA or 17 others). Effective Oct 14, 2005
- [AD 2005-12-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-12-13): Forward wing spars · Cessna 402C and 414A. Effective Jun 22, 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 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 97-26-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-16): Engine Mount Beams · Cessna 402C and 414A. Effective Feb 2, 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 90-02-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-02-13): Main Landing Gear · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 40 more. Effective Feb 5, 1990
- [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 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 80-13-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-13-14): Fuel Flow Transducer · Cessna 310R, 335, 340A and 4 more. Effective Jul 22, 1980
- [AD 76-16-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-16-07): Engine Attachment Tangs · Allison 250-B17 or 250-B17B engines (Alaskan Turbine S.T.O.L. STC SA117NW or SA2424WE). Effective Aug 20, 1976
- [AD 72-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-03-07): Landing Gear Failure · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 30 more. Effective Feb 9, 1972

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

- [AD 2018-03-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-03-03) (historical): Fuselage · Textron 401, 401A, 401B and 13 more. Effective Feb 28, 2018
- [AD 2016-07-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-07-24) (historical): Elevator Tab Control System · Textron 310, 310A, 310B and 46 more. Effective Apr 26, 2016
- [AD 2005-05-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-05-52) (historical): Aft and auxiliary spars · Cessna 402C and 414A. Effective Mar 21, 2005
- [AD 2005-05-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-05-51) (historical): Wing spars · 402C and 414A
- [AD 2000-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-01) (historical): Wing Spars · Cessna 402C. Effective Dec 21, 2000
- [AD 99-11-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-11-13) (historical): Auxiliary Wing Spars · 402C. Effective Jun 21, 1999

## Information bulletins (advisory) (13 in force)

- [SAIB CE-13-27R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-27R1): Flight Controls  Frayed Flap Extend Cables. Issued Jan 5, 2022
- [SAIB AIR-21-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-20): TE FLAP CONTROL SYSTEM, Flight Controls –Flap Cable Tension. Issued Dec 16, 2021
- [SAIB CE-14-11R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-11R1): Landing Gear; Nose Landing Gear Trunnions. Issued Sep 23, 2015
- [SAIB CE-14-19](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-19): Landing Gear; Main Landing Gear (MLG) Torque Link. Issued May 30, 2014
- [SAIB CE-13-22](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-22): Electrical Power System  Circuit Breaker Switch. Issued Mar 13, 2013
- [SAIB CE-10-48](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-48): Landing Gear  Main Landing Gear. Issued Sep 8, 2010
- [SAIB CE-10-44](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-44): Hydraulic Power  Indicating. Issued Aug 9, 2010
- [SAIB CE-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-01): Fuel: Fuel Tank Selector Valve Systems. Issued Oct 5, 2009
- [SAIB CE-05-35](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-05-35): . Issued Mar 4, 2005
- [SAIB CE-04-48](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-48): . Issued Jan 21, 2004
- [SAIB CE-03-17](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-03-17): . Issued Jan 13, 2003
- [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 CE-14-11](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-11) (historical): Landing Gear; Nose Landing Gear Trunnions. Issued Feb 25, 2014

## NTSB investigations (1)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB FTW02LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA094), Mar 14, 2002: Cessna 402C (N596DM), Albuquerque, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the tug driver to stop at the stop sign resulting in a collision with a taxiing airplane. A contributing factor was the dark night light conditions.

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 20020313003439A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020313003439A), Mar 13, 2002: Cessna 402C (N596DM), Albuquerque, NM, No damage. (.19) On March 13, 2002, at 1902 mountain standard time, a Cessna 402C twin-engine airplane, N596DM, was substantially damaged when it was struck by a baggage…

## Service difficulty reports (6)

As reported by operators and repair stations.

- [SDR N3B2010F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3B2010F00000), Dec 7, 2009: CONNECTING ROD. BROKEN. DURING CRUISE CLIMBOUT, AT APPROX F.L. 14,000: PILOT REPORTED LOUD BANG SOUND FROM RT ENGINE, FELT ACFT YAW AND ENGINE INSTRUMENTS INDICATED THAT ENGINE WAS LOS
- [SDR N3B2009F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3B2009F00001), May 29, 2009: CONNECTING ROD. FAILED. RT ENG NR 2 CYL CONNECTING ROD FAILED NEAR END CAP. (K)
- [SDR NE52003F00004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NE52003F00004), May 15, 2003: PUMP. INOPERATIVE. VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE.
- [SDR NE52003F00003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NE52003F00003), May 15, 2003: PUMP. INOPERATIVE. VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE.
- [SDR NE52003F00002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NE52003F00002), May 15, 2003: PUMP. INOPERATIVE. VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE.
- [SDR NE52003F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NE52003F00001), May 15, 2003: PUMP. INOPERATIVE. VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE.

## Related

- Other Cessna 402C aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-402c/aircraft.md
- STCs for the Cessna 402C: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-402c/stcs.md

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