# Continental A-65-8

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17329
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: A-65-8
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 65 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-205](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-205) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 137 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this engine model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [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 98-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-06): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Feb 13, 1998
- [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 93-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-19-04): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Oct 18, 1993
- [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 81-07-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-07-06): AC Fuel Pumps · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 60 more. Effective Apr 1, 1981
- [AD 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980
- [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969
- [AD 69-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-09-01): Eisemann Magnetos · Eisemann Magnetos, 2A4-45-B2, 2A4-49-B2 and 158 more
- [AD 46-36-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-36-01): Piston Pins · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 32 more

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [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

## Information bulletins (advisory) (3)

- [SAIB NE-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-16-13): Powerplant - Prohibited use of sealant. Issued Mar 8, 2016
- [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 CE-98-21R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-98-21R1): . Issued Jun 10, 1998

## Registered aircraft (137, first 50)

- [N100DV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100DV): [Harvey Donald W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARVEY%20DONALD%20W), [Concord, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Concord), built 2009, S/N 1000
- [N10152](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10152): [Lutz Michael A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LUTZ%20MICHAEL%20A), [Findlay, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Findlay), S/N 0001
- [N1138D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1138D): [Johnson Benjamin M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20BENJAMIN%20M), [Monroe, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Monroe), built 2001, S/N 001
- [N114GN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N114GN): [Melau Jeffery B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MELAU%20JEFFERY%20B), [Rhinelander, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Rhinelander), built 2018, S/N JM1
- [N11850](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11850): [Freeman Heritage Collection LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FREEMAN%20HERITAGE%20COLLECTION%20LLC), [Kingsbury, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Kingsbury), built 1931, S/N 1224
- [N119CG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N119CG): [Greeley Barton M Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREELEY%20BARTON%20M%20JR), [Coudersport, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Coudersport), built 1946, S/N 19824
- [N1241E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1241E): [Thomas Paul J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THOMAS%20PAUL%20J), [Oakland, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Oakland), S/N 7AC-4799
- [N1254P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1254P): [Robertson Mark A Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROBERTSON%20MARK%20A%20TRUSTEE), [Keosauqua, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Keosauqua), built 2014, S/N 1001
- [N1270E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1270E): [Steiner Zachary J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STEINER%20ZACHARY%20J), [Bethlehem, CT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CT/Bethlehem), built 1946, S/N 7AC-4828
- [N12969](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12969): [Newhouse Hayden Victor](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NEWHOUSE%20HAYDEN%20VICTOR), [Fredericksburg, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fredericksburg), built 1964, S/N CJBFW-1-64
- [N1389E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1389E): [Spirit Of Rocky Mount LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPIRIT%20OF%20ROCKY%20MOUNT%20LLC), [Nashville, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Nashville), built 1946, S/N 7AC-4950
- [N1693E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1693E): [Hanger Brian R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HANGER%20BRIAN%20R), [Ethel, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Ethel), built 1946, S/N 7AC-5258
- [N169RS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N169RS): [Pirrmann Chris R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PIRRMANN%20CHRIS%20R), [Davisboro, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Davisboro), built 2014, S/N 997
- [N17419](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N17419): [Oklahoma City, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Oklahoma%20City), built 1936, S/N A-730, Registration pending
- [N1861E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1861E): [Risjan Randy D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RISJAN%20RANDY%20D), [Westfield, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Westfield), built 2006, S/N 2006-1
- [N1918Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1918Q): [Hines Jennifer L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HINES%20JENNIFER%20L), [Edmond, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Edmond), built 2016, S/N 031915
- [N1933J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1933J): [Experimental Aircraft Association Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EXPERIMENTAL%20AIRCRAFT%20ASSOCIATION%20INC), [Oshkosh, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Oshkosh), built 1983, S/N 303
- [N1989K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1989K): [Beachy Ronald](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BEACHY%20RONALD), [Kokomo, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Kokomo), built 2003, S/N 001
- [N199AW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N199AW): [Graham Hardin W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRAHAM%20HARDIN%20W), [Columbus, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Columbus), built 2009, S/N 21519
- [N2035C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2035C): [Moore Allen R Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOORE%20ALLEN%20R%20TRUSTEE), [Norman, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Norman), built 1946, S/N 7AC5106
- [N2069E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2069E): [Nc2069e LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NC2069E%20LLC), [Deland, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Deland), built 1946, S/N 7AC-5639
- [N21032](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21032): [Aeronca Aircraft History Museum](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AERONCA%20AIRCRAFT%20HISTORY%20MUSEUM), [Brighton, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Brighton), built 1938, S/N KCA-14
- [N21366](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21366): [Blanco Rafael Gomez](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLANCO%20RAFAEL%20GOMEZ), [Lakewood, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Lakewood), S/N C-1718
- [N21828](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21828): [Holt Arlin J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOLT%20ARLIN%20J), [Waterford, ME](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ME/Waterford), built 1938, S/N 2613
- [N221PT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N221PT): [White Lawrence L III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITE%20LAWRENCE%20L%20III), [Hugo, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Hugo), built 2008, S/N 1934
- [N22787](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22787): [Bosworth Michael A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOSWORTH%20MICHAEL%20A), [Sabetha, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Sabetha), built 1938, S/N 2722
- [N228K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N228K): [Mylemans Maurice E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MYLEMANS%20MAURICE%20E), [Inglis, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Inglis), built 1968, S/N 2146P
- [N22VY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22VY): [Coolbaugh Robert J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COOLBAUGH%20ROBERT%20J), [New Market, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/New%20Market), built 2014, S/N 02BC
- [N23981](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23981): [Klarfeld Kenneth](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KLARFELD%20KENNETH), [Oregon City, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Oregon%20City), built 1939, S/N C6379
- [N25147](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N25147): [Prairie Aero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRAIRIE%20AERO%20LLC), [Elgin, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Elgin), built 1939, S/N 1071
- [N26042](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26042): [Peck Nathan M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PECK%20NATHAN%20M), [Leavenworth, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Leavenworth), built 1939, S/N 3978
- [N26152](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26152): [Dick Edward A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DICK%20EDWARD%20A), [Milo, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Milo), built 1981, S/N AG-1
- [N2646K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2646K): [Eckert Robert E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ECKERT%20ROBERT%20E), [Edgewood, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Edgewood), built 1946, S/N 22335
- [N27249](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N27249): [Shayne Suzanne L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHAYNE%20SUZANNE%20L), [Arlington, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Arlington), built 1940, S/N 738
- [N27451](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N27451): [Murray Grant](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MURRAY%20GRANT), [Gainesville, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Gainesville), built 1940, S/N 2093
- [N27584](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N27584): [Dec James T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEC%20JAMES%20T), [Cayuga, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Cayuga), built 1940, S/N 2225
- [N276L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N276L): [Logan Lance P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LOGAN%20LANCE%20P), [Mc Alpin, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Mc%20Alpin), built 2010, S/N 001
- [N2886E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2886E): [Mcnab Jacob R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCNAB%20JACOB%20R), [Ozark, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Ozark), built 1946, S/N 7AC-6469
- [N2944E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2944E): [Geyer Mary A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GEYER%20MARY%20A), [Metamora, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Metamora), built 1946, S/N 7AC-6533
- [N30369](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N30369): [Wilhite Randy J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILHITE%20RANDY%20J), [Jackson, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Jackson), built 1940, S/N 4817
- [N30496](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N30496): [Burton Douglas M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BURTON%20DOUGLAS%20M), [Chehalis, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Chehalis), built 1941, S/N 6627
- [N30736](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N30736): [Kiss George C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KISS%20GEORGE%20C), [Bangor, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Bangor), built 1940, S/N 5076
- [N3088E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3088E): [Lamphere Michael](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAMPHERE%20MICHAEL), [Whitehall, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Whitehall), built 1946, S/N 7AC-6677
- [N31432](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N31432): [Englund Ronald E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ENGLUND%20RONALD%20E), [Springfield, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Springfield), built 1940, S/N L-5290T
- [N317KS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N317KS): [Valley Wings LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALLEY%20WINGS%20LLC), [Fargo, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Fargo), S/N 95055
- [N321PX](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N321PX): [Gritters Rick](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRITTERS%20RICK), [Pella, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Pella), built 2014, S/N 321
- [N3220F](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3220F): [Stitt Jonathan W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STITT%20JONATHAN%20W), [Rome, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Rome), built 2017, S/N 0001
- [N32778](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N32778): [Bartel Christopher H DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARTEL%20CHRISTOPHER%20H%20DBA), [Williamsburg, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Williamsburg), built 1940, S/N 5607
- [N33590](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N33590): [Young Richard S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YOUNG%20RICHARD%20S), [Meggett, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Meggett), built 1945, S/N 14067
- [N3411N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3411N): [Barber Jason L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARBER%20JASON%20L), [Oil Trough, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Oil%20Trough), built 1947, S/N 22916

All 137: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8/aircraft.md

## NTSB investigations (22)

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 ERA21LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA21LA084), Dec 9, 2020: Ford Stephen L Super Chief (N706SF), Blountstown, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing.
- [NTSB GAA17CA447](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA447), Jul 19, 2017: Michael Dean Grissom Grissom Pober Pixie (N489MG), Louisburg, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ERA16LA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA174), Apr 30, 2016: American Champion 7AC (N85510), Keene, NH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The disengagement of the tailwheel locking mechanism during the landing roll due to wear, and a subsequent loss of directional control. Contributing was the pilot's inadequate remedial action, which…
- [NTSB ERA14LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14LA137), Feb 19, 2014: Piper J3C-65 (N9026N), Macon, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while maneuvering in the traffic pattern at low altitude in gusting wind. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to maneuver…
- [NTSB CEN10CA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA288), May 29, 2010: Moe-Pietenpol Aircamper A (N3472), Early, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff site.
- [NTSB CEN10CA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA109), Oct 18, 2009: Skistmas George Pietnpol Aircamper (N6186L), Toledo, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB ERA09LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA182), Mar 5, 2009: Moore Glenn Moronca (N404AF), Burgaw, NC, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power due to fuel contamination as a result of the pilot's operation of the airplane with a deteriorated fuel tank.
- [NTSB IAD05LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05LA042), Mar 5, 2005: Piper J3C-65 (N87955), Andover, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot receiving instruction's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors in the accident were the flight instructors delayed remedial action, and crosswind.
- [NTSB CHI86LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI86LA161), Jun 29, 1986: Taylorcraft BC-12D (N13363), Lake George, MN, destroyed
- [NTSB NYC83LNC02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC83LNC02), May 15, 1983: Aeronca 7AC (N1241E), Johnson Pond, ME, destroyed
- [NTSB DEN81FTM29](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN81FTM29), Jun 4, 1981: Aeronca 7AC (N82742), Provo, UT, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC78FNC38](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC78FNC38), Jul 7, 1978: Piper J3F-65 (N21828), Houlton, ME, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC78FNE23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC78FNE23), Jun 26, 1978: Aeronca 11AC (N86013), Fairfield, CT, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC77FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC77FA028), Jan 15, 1977: Piper J3C65 (N87955), Duanesburg, NY, substantial damage, 1 fatal
- [NTSB SEA76FYI24](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA76FYI24), Sep 19, 1976: Piper J-3 (N8360H), Salt Crk Falls, OR, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC73DNC36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC73DNC36), Oct 27, 1972: Aeronca 7AC (N3088E), Northeast Hbr, ME, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN72AD036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN72AD036), Feb 20, 1972: Aeronca 7AC (N82742), Pima, AZ, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB MKC71DDM20](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC71DDM20), Aug 2, 1970: Luscombe 8B (N25147), Northfield, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK70DVD09](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK70DVD09), Mar 8, 1970: Luscombe 8A (N45995), Sunol, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC67F0191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67F0191), Jul 10, 1966: Piper J-3 (N46489), West Seneca, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC65D0123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC65D0123), Feb 28, 1965: Aeronca 7AC (N82892), Townsend, DE, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK65X0254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK65X0254), Oct 12, 1964: Piper J3 (N33590), Livingston Mar, NY, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (23)

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 20201209017179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20201209017179A), Dec 9, 2020: Ford Stephen L SUPER CHIEF (N706SF), Blountstown, FL, Substantial damage. After landing the pilot lost control as the aircraft ground looped. As the pilot attempted to regain control of the aircraft, the left main landing gear broke…
- [Accident 20170719012539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170719012539A), Jul 19, 2017: Michael Dean Grissom GRISSOM POBER PIXIE (N489MG), Louisburg, NC, Substantial damage. Pilot was on a normal approach to landing at Ball Airport. He was setting up to land on the grass portion of the runway prior to the pavement for runway 36. He…
- [Incident 20161013020079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20161013020079I), Oct 13, 2016: Whidden Cm/Boggs Jf GREGA GN-1 AIRCAMPER (N51781), Great Salt Lake, UT, Substantial damage. Aircraft had a loss of power and the engine stopped running while flying over the Great Salt Lake. Pilot glided and ditched the aircraft in the Great Salt…
- [Accident 20160430003399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160430003399A), Apr 30, 2016: American Champion Aircraft 7AC (N85510), Keene, NH, Substantial damage. Pilot executed 3-point landing. On roll-out, tail wheel began to shimmy and aircraft veered to the left. In an attempt to avoid PAPI lighting on the left side…
- [Incident 20140927018799I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140927018799I), Sep 27, 2014: Branagh Charles J JUNIOR ACE (N89554), Merritt Island, FL, Minor damage. Unable to contact pilot. Witness stated the aircraft did and abrupt pull up on rotation- wing dropped and made contact with the ground aircraft spun around…
- [Accident 20140219002529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140219002529A), Feb 19, 2014: Piper J3C-65 (N9026N), Macon, GA, Substantial damage. Pilot was performing a touch and go maneuver at kmac at approximately 14:15 local and upon rotation at 100 feet made a sharp right turn and stalled the…
- [Incident 20130627011659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130627011659I), Jun 27, 2013: Skistmas George PIETNPOL AIRCAMPER (N6186L), Tiffin, OH, Minor damage. During a sport pilot check ride, there was a partial power loss. An uneventful landing was made at 16G. After landing it was discovered that a piston had been…
- [Incident 20121124025189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121124025189I), Nov 24, 2012: Aeronca 65-CA (N34585), Brodhead, WI, Minor damage. On November 24, 2012 pilot departed beloit Wisconsin airport (44C) on a pleasure filght to Brodhead Wisconsin (C37). Pilot was performing wheeled landings,…
- [Incident 20120202021329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120202021329I), Feb 2, 2012: Piper J3C-65 (N87955), Danbury, CT, Minor damage. On 02/02/2012 at approximately 1715Z N87955 a Piper J3C-65 departed runway 35 after landing. The aircraft struck a runway sign with the right main wheel which…
- [Accident 20100529035499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100529035499A), May 29, 2010: Moe-Pietenp AIRCAMPER A (N3472), Early, TX, Substantial damage. On may 29, 2010, at 17:45 CDT, N3427, a moe-pietenpol, serial number 1, home built experimental single engine conventional gear aircraft operated by a…
- [Accident 20091018053459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20091018053459A), Oct 18, 2009: Skistmas Ge PIETNPOL AI (N6186L), Toledo, OH, Substantial damage. Pilot was attempting a right crosswind landing on runway 22. At touchdown, while on the left main landing gear, a wind gust lifted the right wing causing the…
- [Accident 20090305004859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090305004859A), Mar 5, 2009: Mooreg MORONCA (N404AF), Burgaw, NC, Destroyed, 1 fatal. (-23) Aircraft departed from Stag Air Park for a local flight. Shortly thereafter, a witness heard the aircraft flying and stated that the engine sounded like…
- [Incident 20061123027069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061123027069I), Nov 23, 2006: Piper J3C65 (N2646K), Vinton, IA, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft struck power lines approximately 25 feet above ground level while maneuvering near a farm. Pilot made emergency landing in a field and hit a…
- [Accident 20050305002059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050305002059A), Mar 5, 2005: Piper J3C65 (N87955), Lakewood, NJ, Substantial damage. (-23) During an attempted landing on runway 03 at the N12 airport in andover, NJ, the front seat pilot [privacy data omitted] lost directional control of the…
- [Incident 20020904026109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020904026109I), Sep 4, 2002: Piper J3C65 (N42144), Crystal Springs, MS, Minor damage. (-23) Actual registration number is NC42144. Landed on runway 35, wind gust as rear wheel touched down. Aircraft veered right then left then departed the…
- [Accident 19860629028179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860629028179A), Jun 29, 1986: Tcraft STCBC (N13363), Lake George, MN, Destroyed. The aircraft struck trees during takeoff from a farm field. Student had not been cleared by instructor.
- [Accident 19830515020799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830515020799A), May 15, 1983: Bbavia 7AC (N1241E), Township 8 Rang, ME, Destroyed. Pilot made sharp turn after liftoff from Pond and aircraft struck a tree. After striking the ground aircraft burned
- [Accident 19810604031579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810604031579A), Jun 4, 1981: Bbavia 7AC (N82742), Provo, UT, Substantial damage. Lost directional control on takeoff. Struck VASI light. Unskilled in tail wheel type.
- [Incident 19790729022569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790729022569I), Jul 29, 1979: Bbavia 7AC (N82892), Delaware, IA, Minor damage. Forced landing on road due to haze.
- [Accident 19780707020359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780707020359A), Jul 7, 1978: Piper J3F65 (N21828), Houlton, ME, Substantial damage
- [Accident 19780626017139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780626017139A), Jun 26, 1978: Blanca 7GCBC (N86013), Fairfield, CT, Substantial damage. Enctrd deteoriating wx,climbed above the clds. Mistook li sound fodson RVR.lndd on pkwy.
- [Accident 19770115000999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770115000999A), Jan 15, 1977: Piper J3C65 (N87955), Duanesburg, NY, Substantial damage. Acft observed circling over farm house at low altitude,collided with trees. Both plts rated in a/c.
- [Accident 19760919028429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760919028429A), Sep 19, 1976: Piper L4B (N8360H), Salt Crk Falls, OR, Substantial damage. Flew into narrow blind canyon. Unable to turn-around. Plt reported downdrafts.

## Service difficulty reports (19)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR CA141001011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA141001011), Sep 17, 2014: STRUT. CORRODED. (CAN) SEE ATTACHED FOR DIAGRAM FRONT WING STRUT LOWER END - LOWER SIDE RUST HOLE - HAD PROPER DRAIN HOLE SL 72.
- [SDR CA071204011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA071204011), Nov 23, 2007: ATTACH FITTING. BROKEN. (CAN) WHILE INSTALLING NEW STRUTS IAW APPLICABLE STC, THE LT REAR ATTACH FITTING SEPERATED (BROKE IN HALF) AS VERY SLIGHT DOWNWARD PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE L
- [SDR CA061018006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA061018006), Oct 6, 2006: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) CRACKING AT REINFORCING PLATES. PREVIOUS DAMAGE AT TIP. HAD PREVIOUS REPAIR. REPLACED BOTH FRONT AND REAR SPARS. (TC NR 20061018006)
- [SDR 2005FA0000094](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000094), Nov 27, 2004: CARBURETOR. OBSTRUCTED. PILOT REPORTED POWER LOSS IN CRUISE FLIGHT AND COULD NOT MAINTAIN ALTITUDE. PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WAS MADE ON HIGHWAY, MINOR DAMAGE TO AIRCRAFT; NO INJURIES TO 
- [SDR CA020730005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020730005), Jul 16, 2002: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) WING SPARS, RIGHT FRONT WING WITH SMALL CRACKS FROM NAIL HOLES VARIOUS LOCATIONS. RIGHT REAR SPAR WITH CRACK FROM TIP DAMAGE PREVIOUS.BOTH SPARS REPLACED.
- [SDR CA020506005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020506005), Apr 4, 2002: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) UPON CLOSE VISUAL INSPECTION A CRACK WAS FOUND IN THE CENTRE OF THE BUTT OF THE RIGHT FRONT SPAR. THE CRACK RUNS AT LEAST AS FAR AS THE BUSHING AT THE WIN
- [SDR 100000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/100000), Aug 1, 2001: WIRE. CHAFED. DURING TAKE-OFF THE ENGINE QUIT. THE AIRCRAFT WAS DESTROYED. INVESTIGATION BY THE FAA INSPECTOR PROVED THAT THE PROBABLE CAUSE OF THE ENGINE FAILURE WAS ATTRIBU
- [SDR CA001229006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA001229006), Nov 29, 2000: CONTACTOR. FAILED. (CAN) SOLDER CONNECTIONS ON SPRING STEEL BATTERY TERMINAL BREAK OFF.IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO GET A GOOD SOLDER JOINT, TRYING TO SOLDER TO STEEL. CONTACTED MANUFACT
- [SDR CA000801003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000801003), Jul 17, 2000: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING INSPECTION OF WING FOLLOWING WIND DAMAGE, CRACK FOUND IN UPPER EDGE OF LEFT REAR SPAR, OUTBOARD OF STRUT ATTACH PLY PLATES. SPAR REPLACED.
- [SDR 20000417SH018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000417SH018), Mar 17, 2000: ROCKER. BROKEN. PILOT REPORTED A REDUCTION IN POWER. AFTER INVESTIGATING, THE ROCKER ARM HAD BROKEN AT THE CENTER. THIS IS THE OLD TYPE WHICH DOES NOT HAVE AS MUCH MATERIAL AS 
- [SDR 99ZZZX1196](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX1196), Mar 1, 1999: PISTON PIN. MISMANUFACTURED. A65-8 ENGINE INSTALLED IN A LUSCOMBE MODEL 8A. WHILE IN-FLIGHT, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO MISFIRE AND RUN ROUGH. THE PILOT WAS ABLE TO MAKE A FORCED LANDING WITH ONLY
- [SDR 98ZZZX3423](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX3423), Jul 13, 1998: GEAR. WORN. GEAR TEETH WORN IN MAGNETO.
- [SDR CA980302004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980302004), Feb 23, 1998: FASTENER. MISSING. (CAN) ON INSPECTION RIB TO SPAR NAILS MISSING. FABRIC REMOVED AND IT APPEARS THAT THE FRONT SPAR HAD BEEN REPLACED AND THE NAILS WERE NOT INSTALLED.
- [SDR 98ZZZX1457](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1457), Dec 14, 1997: ENGINE. MALFUNCTIONED. PILOT REPORTED ENGINE QUIT IN-FLIGHT, PILOT EXECUTED AN EMERGENCY OFF-AIRPORT LANDING. MINOR DAMAGE TO AIRCRAFT. ENGINE INSPECTED, BUT NOT DISASSEMBLED, ENGINE 
- [SDR 97ZZZX2045](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX2045), Mar 26, 1997: CRANKSHAFT. FRACTURED. CRANKSHAFT FRACTURED IN AFT CHEEK OF NR 2 THROW CAUSING ENGINE TO STOP. THE CRANKSHAFT WAS IN THE 0.010 INCH UNDER CONDITION. THE ORIGIN OF THE FRACTURE MAY HAV
- [SDR CA970319008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970319008), Mar 5, 1997: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) FOUND REAR WING SPAR CRACKED AT TOP OUTER STRUT ATTACH PLATE. THE CRACK WAS ONLY VISIBLE WHEN A LOAD WAS APPLIED TO SPAR TIP.
- [SDR 96ZZZX4013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4013), Aug 1, 1996: GASKET. MISMANUFACTURED. NEW EXHAUST GASKET IS MISMANUFACTURED .032 INCH LARGER THAN ORIGINAL. IT WILL FIT OK ON CYLINDERS 1 AND 4, BUT DUE TO CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR FIT, IT IS TOO LARG
- [SDR 96ZZZX177](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX177), Oct 26, 1995: COIL. CRACKED. WHILE DETERMINING C/W TELEDYNE AD 94-01-03R2, FOUND RIGHT MAGNETO TO HAVE AN UNAIRWORTHY COIL. UPON REMOVAL, COIL WAS FOUND CRACKED IN TWO PLACES ORIGINATING FR
- [SDR 95ZZZX578](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX578), Jan 11, 1995: ELBOW. BOGUS PART. OIL PRESSURE LINE LEAKING AT 45 DEGREES, ELBOW EXITING THE CRANKCASE. REPLACED AUTOMOBILE FITTING WITH MS20823-4D FITTING WITH A NR 60 RESTRICTOR. ALSO, REPLACE

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (27)

Approved for this engine model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive. Alcor LLC
- [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 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 SE00533SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00533SE): Installation of Real Gasket Corporation Continental Engine Pushrod Tube Modification. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE4247SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4247SW): Regrind crankshaft to .020 undersize on crankpin and main journals. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE4271SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4271SW): Alteration of crankcase to accept alternate front main bearing P/N530058. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE1592GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1592GL): Installation of Slick Aircraft Products Magneto Model 4202 or Model 4302. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SE09002SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09002SC): Regrind Teledyne Continental crankshafts, to .020-inch undersize on crankpin and main journals. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE01943CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01943CH): Add the following approved fuels: unleaded automotive gasoline 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4814 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc
- [STC SE634GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE634GL): Superseded by STC SE01943CH. Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index. EAA Aviation Foundation. Lists A-65 Series
- [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 A-65 Series
- [STC SE1-201](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1-201): Installation of the Richter Aero Equipment Type B-4 or B-5 Temperature Probe. (O-360 SERIES (excl. A1C, C2B, C2D)). MidContinent Instru Co Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE09014SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09014SC): Installation of Superior Air Parts millennium series cylinder power assemblies p/n SA65000-A20P. Superior Air Parts, Inc
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE5879SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5879SW): Use of Phillips X/C II 20W-50 and25W-60 oil (OSS 55875) in all Avco reciprocating aircraft engines from 65 to 450 BHP. Phillips Petroleum Co. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE2029CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2029CE): Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index(RON+MON)/2. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SE80NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE80NE): Installation and usage of Bel-Ray synthetic aviation oil, Bel-Ray Aero 1, (nonsupercharged), horizontally opposed direct drive, aircraft engines of 350 hp. or less. Bel-Ray Company, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE64WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE64WE): Installation of oil screen and oil cooler adapter. Laurence E Hill. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE984SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE984SW): Delco 55A ampere alternator. (C85 SERIES Suffix F Series). Waldrop Lee A. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE4-1610](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4-1610): ONE ONLY STC - Replace original push rod cover. S/N 2054728. Norbert W. Naatus
- [STC SE44WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE44WE): Use of Kling Aviation Oil, Specifications KL-100, KL-200 and KL-300 in Continental and Lycoming engines. Kling Oil Company. Lists A-65 Series

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