# Continental FSO-526 series

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17030
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: FSO-526
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 270 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-292](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-292) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 7 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-fso-526-series

The registry names only the engine series, so ADs for every model in the series are matched.

## 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.

None matched.

## 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 (7)

- [N3676Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3676Y): [Yesco Administration LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YESCO%20ADMINISTRATION%20LLC), [Salt Lake City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Salt%20Lake%20City), built 1980, S/N D-10306
- [N5436Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5436Q): [Adler Richard A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ADLER%20RICHARD%20A), [Leland, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Leland), built 1972, S/N 15073336
- [N667BC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N667BC): [Withrotor Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WITHROTOR%20AVIATION%20INC), [Lakeview, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Lakeview), built 1979, S/N 18503849
- [N704TM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N704TM): [Zubrod John W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ZUBROD%20JOHN%20W), [Ebony, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Ebony), built 1976, S/N 15078861
- [N7BY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7BY): [N7by LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N7BY%20LLC), [Jensen Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Jensen%20Beach), built 1991, S/N CE-1611
- [N8262G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8262G): [Hampshire, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Hampshire), built 1973, S/N 18801274, Registration pending
- [N8300D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8300D): [Altitude Adjustment LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALTITUDE%20ADJUSTMENT%20LLC), [Solvang, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Solvang), built 1957, S/N D-5394

## NTSB investigations (2)

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 MIA84LA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA84LA266), Sep 27, 1984: Cessna 210N (N5410C), Orlando, FL, destroyed
- [NTSB LAX69D0236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX69D0236), Oct 28, 1968: Beech J35 (N8300D), Santa Monica, CA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (3)

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.

- [Incident 20171030020469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171030020469I), Oct 30, 2017: Beech F33A (N7BY), Little Rock, AR, Minor damage. On October 30, 2017 at 1205 CST, a Beechcraft bonanza BE-33, N7BY, registered to bka LLC., had a bird strike during the approach phase of flight while inbound…
- [Accident 19840927051659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840927051659A), Sep 27, 1984: Cessna 210N (N5410C), Orlando, FL, Destroyed. Gusty winds picked up left wing just before touchdown, go around, impacted ground offside of runway.
- [Incident 19780917019319I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780917019319I), Sep 17, 1978: Cessna 150 (N5436Q), Salisburn, NC, Minor damage. Hard landing damaged prop and nose gear.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (6)

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 SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc. Lists FSO-526-C
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc. Lists FSO-526-C
- [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 FSO-526-C
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists FSO-526-C
- [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 FSO-526-C
- [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 FSO-526-C

## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (16)

Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this engine model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first.

- [TA2927-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID143910433620231109131600.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Oct 31, 2023
- [TA2927-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID107190435020231109131559.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Oct 31, 2023
- [URHB36S](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/8B6465911A4C05AE86257760004A63AC.0001): Spark Plug. Aero Accessories Inc · PMA PQ1206CE · Replaces Champion Aircraft Products Part No… · Jun 10, 2010
- [AEC625858 (and oversizes up to .030)](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FC9F240865B939BA8625753C007830F9.0001): Insert, Intake Valve Seat. Airmotive Engineering Corp · PMA PQ0003SW · Replaces 625858 · Oct 17, 2006
- [AEC630591 (and oversizes up to .030)](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C5ADA7B74E9EA4388625753C00783260.0001): Seat, Intake Valve. Airmotive Engineering Corp · PMA PQ0003SW · Replaces 630591 · Oct 17, 2006
- [AEC535118](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A872B9D4D8C033B78625753C00782E1A.0001): Screw, Rocker Cover. Airmotive Engineering Corp · PMA PQ0003SW · Replaces 535118, 649353-0.75 · Oct 17, 2006
- [AEC534487](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/79AB842DF8BF23EF8625753C00782D2A.0001): Washer, Rocker Thrust. Airmotive Engineering Corp · PMA PQ0003SW · Replaces 534487 · Oct 17, 2006
- [AEC536033](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/36987B44B359B8DB8625753C00782E73.0001): Bushing. Airmotive Engineering Corp · PMA PQ0003SW · Replaces 536033 · Oct 17, 2006
- [SC-534610](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1207DCA8B1310C048525704C0057074F.0001): Packing. Seal Craft Corp · Replaces TCM 534610 · Sep 19, 1993
- [SA536033](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7413E0345A6F02F48525704D00544E40.0001): Bushing. Superior Air Parts Inc · Replaces Teledyne Continental 536033 · Sep 14, 1993
- [AC24802](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D08F810F699580508525703C006947C2.0001): Key. AirTech, Aircraft Technology Corp · Replaces Teledyne Continental 24802 · May 11, 1993
- [AC630591](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/479B41B27938EF548525703C006947DA.0001): Seat. AirTech, Aircraft Technology Corp · Replaces Teledyne Continental 630591 · May 11, 1993
- [AC535118](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3D85184134F820DC8525703C006947D1.0001): Screw. AirTech, Aircraft Technology Corp · Replaces Teledyne Continental 535118 · May 11, 1993
- [AC536033](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2A3F7531EC2064528525703C006947D3.0001): Bushing. AirTech, Aircraft Technology Corp · Replaces Teledyne Continental 536033 · May 11, 1993
- [AC401885](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1A77DF2454161DDB8525703C006947C7.0001): Stud. AirTech, Aircraft Technology Corp · Replaces Teledyne Continental 401885 · May 11, 1993
- [AC532200](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/196758948397A33E8525703C006947D0.0001): Ring. AirTech, Aircraft Technology Corp · Replaces Teledyne Continental 532200 · May 11, 1993

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