# Continental A-65-8F - Type: Engine model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 17330 - Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR - Model: A-65-8F - 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: 24 registered aircraft - Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8f 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 98-01-06](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 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 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2) - [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 ## Registered aircraft (24) - [N1171K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1171K): [Wiebe James R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WIEBE%20JAMES%20R), [Valley Center, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Valley%20Center), built 1946, S/N 3898 - [N118LM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N118LM): [Mason Lewis G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MASON%20LEWIS%20G), [San Antonio, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/San%20Antonio), built 2010, S/N 1918 - [N1568N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1568N): [King Stephen W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KING%20STEPHEN%20W), [Kerrville, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Kerrville), built 1947, S/N 23101 - [N169JG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N169JG): [Mcpherson John G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCPHERSON%20JOHN%20G), [Placerville, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Placerville), built 2014, S/N M-001 - [N22211](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22211): [Neely James B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NEELY%20JAMES%20B), [Kane, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Kane), built 1939, S/N 1149 - [N229MS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N229MS): [Schaefer John A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHAEFER%20JOHN%20A), [Waterloo, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Waterloo), S/N 229 - [N2527](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2527): [Deuschle Roger D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEUSCHLE%20ROGER%20D), [Warrensburg, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Warrensburg), built 2014, S/N 503 - [N28253](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N28253): [Beezhold Terence J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BEEZHOLD%20TERENCE%20J), [Lake Stevens, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Lake%20Stevens), built 1940, S/N 4650 - [N341KT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N341KT): [Stover Brennan D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STOVER%20BRENNAN%20D), [Centralia, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Centralia), built 1987, S/N 6532 - [N3460K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3460K): [Saba Thomas C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SABA%20THOMAS%20C), [Hanover, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Hanover), built 1946, S/N 22151 - [N35057](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N35057): [Westrum Sean R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WESTRUM%20SEAN%20R), [Norwalk, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Norwalk), built 1940, S/N 6063 - [N3558](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3558): [Fox John M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOX%20JOHN%20M), [Warrenville, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Warrenville), built 2016, S/N 001 - [N3595D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3595D): [Bennett Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BENNETT%20SCOTT), [Ninilchik, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Ninilchik), built 1946, S/N 22386 - [N3716E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3716E): [Magneto Flyers LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAGNETO%20FLYERS%20LLC), [Alexandria, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Alexandria), built 1947, S/N 7AC-7001 - [N388RC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N388RC): [Wil-Mar Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WIL-MAR%20CORP), [Hazen, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Hazen), built 2010, S/N 1218-1 - [N3973E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3973E): [Ash Andrew D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ASH%20ANDREW%20D), [Waitsburg, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Waitsburg), built 1947, S/N 11BC-58 - [N426TR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N426TR): [Womack Thomas G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOMACK%20THOMAS%20G), [Lonoke, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Lonoke), S/N TAR-1 - [N46WR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N46WR): [Helminger Nathan](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HELMINGER%20NATHAN), [Wellington, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wellington), S/N 11AC1108 - [N499RT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N499RT): [Searfoss Robert T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SEARFOSS%20ROBERT%20T), [Syracuse, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Syracuse), built 2006, S/N 56 - [N50707](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N50707): [Schindler Jason D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHINDLER%20JASON%20D), [Oneill, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Oneill), built 1943, S/N 10181 - [N508MK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N508MK): [Rowland Glen J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROWLAND%20GLEN%20J), [Monrovia, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Monrovia), built 2015, S/N 1 - [N701LF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N701LF): [Feland Levi](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FELAND%20LEVI), [Antler, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Antler), built 1943, S/N 10173 - [N8814H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8814H): [Silver Wings Flying Company LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SILVER%20WINGS%20FLYING%20COMPANY%20LLC), [Olympia, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Olympia), built 1946, S/N 14940 - [N88183](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N88183): [Pappas Joshua A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PAPPAS%20JOSHUA%20A), [Wilmette, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Wilmette), built 1946, S/N 15800 ## NTSB investigations (5) 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 WPR23LA346](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA346), Sep 16, 2023: Aeronca 11AC (N46WR), Apple, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: Fuel starvation due to the pilot’s incorrect movement of the fuel selector valve to OFF, which resulted in a loss of engine power. - [NTSB CEN19LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN19LA184), Jun 23, 2019: Piper J3C (N70803), Vine Grove, KY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper visual lookout during the approach, which resulted in inadequate clearance from a tree. - [NTSB GAA16CA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA030), Oct 23, 2015: Mcpherson John G Pietenpol Aircamper (N169JG), Placerville, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and an impact with terrain. - [NTSB WPR14FA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14FA165), Apr 11, 2014: Williams Myron G Bowers FLY Baby 1A (N6054Q), Mariposa, CA, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The partial loss of engine power due to an improperly maintained carburetor and the pilot's subsequent failure to maintain aircraft control. - [NTSB LAX07LA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA015), Oct 20, 2006: Williams Bowers Fly Baby-1A (N6054Q), Oakdale, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: a loss of engine power due to the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat during conditions that were conducive to carburetor icing. ## FAA accident and incident reports (7) 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 20230916016769A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230916016769A), Sep 16, 2023: Aeronca 11AC (N46WR), Athol, ID, Substantial damage. PIC reported engine quit when he selected right wing fuel tank. Switched to main tank but could not restart engine. Engine not equipped with electric starter… - [Accident 20190623007919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190623007919A), Jun 23, 2019: Piper J3C-65 (N70803), Vine Grove, KY, Destroyed. Struck a tree prior to landing on the private grass strip causing the aircraft to nosedive at the approach End of the runway 29. - [Incident 20151023018819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20151023018819I), Oct 23, 2015: Mcpherson John G PIETENPOL AIRCAMPER (N169JG), Placerville, CA, Substantial damage. NTSB recomended to upgrade to an accident. - [Accident 20140411004339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140411004339A), Apr 11, 2014: Williams Myron G BOWERS FLY BABY-1A (N6054Q), Mariposa, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On April 11, 2014, at approximately 1010 PDT, N6054Q crashed into a remote area approximately 5 miles northwest of Mariposa yosemite airport (mpi) Mariposa,… - [Incident 20090712011429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090712011429I), Jul 12, 2009: Wilson SMITHDSA1 (N1131), Texarkana, AR, Minor damage. (-23) On July 12, 2009, at 1553, a smith miniplane, N1131, registered to [privacy data omitted], impacted the runway after landing as a result of the left… - [Accident 20061020030949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061020030949A), Oct 20, 2006: Amtr FLYBABY1A (N6054Q), Oakdale, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft owner/builder/pilot received airworthiness certificate for aircraft on 10/20/06. The second flight of the day, the engine quit near Oakdale… - [Incident 19820705036779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820705036779I), Jul 5, 1982: Amtrsm DSA1 (N37911), Houston, TX, Damage unknown. Pilot hand propped engine with no one at controls, no wheel chocks. Engine started, aircraft hit parked aircraft. ## Service difficulty reports (1) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR CA040326001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040326001), Mar 23, 2004: PROPELLER. CORRODED. (CAN) CUSTOMER REQUESTED REPITCH ONLY. ADVISED CUSTOMER TO OVERHAUL DUE TO VISUAL CORROSION ON PROP CORROSION REMOVED IAW MANUAL 730720. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (25) 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 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 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 --- 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.