# Continental E225-4

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17162
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: E225-4
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Horsepower: 225
- Data sheet: TCDS E-267
- Installed in: 7 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-e225-4

## ADs that may apply

- [AD 97-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-21-02): Cylinders · Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 61 more. Effective Oct 27, 1997
- [AD 63-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-15-01): Exhaust Valves · Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 41 more. Effective Dec 31, 1969
- [AD 67-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-01-04): Oil Filters · Full flow oil filter (Superior Flow STC SA401SW or 2 others). Effective Jan 2, 1967
- [AD 60-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-12-01): Piston Pins · Continental Motors E185-11, E185-8, E185-9 and 2 more
- [AD 60-06-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-06-04): Generator Drive Gear · Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 12 more
- [AD 56-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/56-06-01): Piston Pin Assembly · Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 41 more

Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 97-15-01

## NTSB investigations (3)

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 ERA26LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA198), May 1, 2026: North American Navion (N8618H), New Salem, MA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ANC14FA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC14FA068), Aug 24, 2014: Ryan Navion A (N4827K), Coldfoot, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper inflight planning and improper decision to deliberately operate the airplane at low altitude in close proximity to obstructions and rising terrain. Contributing to the accident…
- [NTSB MIA67D0288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA67D0288), Oct 30, 1966: Navion A (N8618H), Lake Wales, FL, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (4)

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 20260501009639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260501009639A), May 1, 2026: North American NAVION (N8618H), New Salem, MA, Substantial damage. On may 1, 2026 at approx 1730 the mishap aircraft made an emergency, controlled water ditching into a local reservoir. The pilot arrived at orange municipal…
- [Accident 20140824015239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140824015239A), Aug 24, 2014: Ryan NAVION A (N4827K), Coldfoot, AK, Substantial damage. N4827K on demand sightseeing tour. Low flying over ground as reported by witnesses. Did not clear ridge through atigan pass. Aircraft impacted ground belly…
- [Incident 20110424009889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110424009889I), Apr 24, 2011: Ryan NAVION A (N4827K), Fairbanks, AK, Minor damage. Instructor encountered a hydraulic failure during flight which resulted in an "in transient light" illuminating. Instructor did not use flaps. After the…
- [Accident 19800323032369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800323032369A), Mar 23, 1980: Tmpson NAVIONA (N4827K), San Antonio, TX, Minor damage. Pilot failed to add sufficient power after balloon on landing. Damage to nose gear, propeller & gear doors.

## Complete lists

- aircraft: 7, https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-e225-4/aircraft
- ads: 7, https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-e225-4/ads
- incidents: 4, https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-e225-4/incidents

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