# N80GB: 2020 Game Composites GB1 GAMEBIRD - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Game Composites GB1 GAMEBIRD](https://openairdocs.org/model/game-composites-gb1-gamebird) (registry code 3731200, 2 seats) - Engine: [Lycoming AEIO-580-B1A](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-aeio-580-b1a) (registry code 42403) - Data sheets: [TCDS A00073CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A00073CE) (Game Composites LLC), [TCDS E00004NY](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E00004NY) (Lycoming Engines) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 0015 - Year built: 2020 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Standard, acrobatic - Airworthiness date: March 6, 2020 - Certificate issued: January 31, 2023 - Expires: January 31, 2030 - Mode S code: AAE01C - Owner type: Co-owned - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=80GB - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N80GB 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): 6 in force ### Matched by airframe (Game Composites GB1 GAMEBIRD) None in force. ### Matched by engine (Lycoming AEIO-580-B1A) - [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 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 2015-02-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-02-07): Propeller governor shaft set screw · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-360-A1E, AEIO-360-A1E6 and 10 more. Effective Mar 11, 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 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 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 Effective Feb 9, 2009 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and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 2008-06-51](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 ## 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 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N80GB. ## NTSB investigations on N80GB not matched to an aircraft (1) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB ERA11IA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11IA026), Oct 18, 2010: Short Bros. & Harland Shorts SC7 Skyvan (N80GB), Fort Lauderdale, FL, incident, minor damage. Probable cause: The flightcrew’s failure to maintain directional control while initiating an engine reverse after landing. ## 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, 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. - [Accident 20210929020729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210929020729A), Sep 29, 2021: Game Composites LLC GB1 GAMEBIRD (N80GB), Green Cove Spri, FL, Substantial damage. N80GB lost its canopy during flight, leading to a subsequent and immediate emergency landing. The canopy also struck the tail of the aircraft after it came… ## Reports on N80GB not matched to an aircraft (1) They name N80GB, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft. - [Incident 20101018048489I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20101018048489I), Oct 18, 2010: Short Bros. SHORTS SC7 (N80GB), Ft Lauderdale, FL, Minor damage. The pilot landed and on roll out he came up with the full bata on the props. The aircrft started to veer to the left and before he could get to the steering… ## 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 2022FA0000637](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000637), Oct 20, 2022: CANOPY. BROKEN. I WAS FLYING AT APPROXIMATELY 5,000' AGL WHEN THE CANOPY DEPARTED THE AIRPLANE. WHEN I REALIZED WHAT HAPPENED, THE AIRPLANE WAS PITCHED DOWN AT ABOUT A 60 DEGRE ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (9) 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 (Game Composites GB1 GAMEBIRD) - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA11836CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11836CH): Installation of Hartzell Propeller model HC-C3YR-4BN/NC8302H-7.5. Hartzell Propeller LLC - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc ### Approved for the engine (Lycoming AEIO-580-B1A) - [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 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 ## Related - Other Game Composites GB1 GAMEBIRD aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/game-composites-gb1-gamebird/aircraft.md - The Lycoming AEIO-580-B1A engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-aeio-580-b1a.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.