# Continental IO-360-A

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17144
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: IO-360-A
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 210 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E1CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E1CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 15 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-360-a

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 2023-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-17-04): Reciprocating Engine Oil System · F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter… (Stratus Tool Technologies STC SE09356SC or 2 others). Effective Oct 26, 2023
- [AD 2023-05-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-05-16): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 147 more. Effective Mar 15, 2023
- [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 2011-26-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-26-07): Engine · Continental Motors C-125-1, C-125-2, C145-2 and 48 more. Effective Jan 24, 2012
- [AD 2010-11-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-11-04): Hydraulic lifters · Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 190 more. Effective Jun 16, 2010
- [AD 2000-23-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-21): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 164 more. Effective Dec 12, 2000
- [AD 98-19-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-19-02): Piston Pins · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-C and 31 more. Effective Nov 9, 1998
- [AD 97-26-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-17): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 90 more. Effective Jan 23, 1998
- [AD 93-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-10-02): Missing Cylinder Valve Retainer Key · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 180 more. Effective Aug 12, 1993
- [AD 92-04-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-04-09): Rocker Shaft Hold Down Stud · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 41 more. Effective Jun 22, 1993
- [AD 91-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-19-03): Oil Filter · Continental Motors 6-285-A, 6-285-B, 6-285-BA and 169 more. Effective Sep 29, 1991
- [AD 88-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-03-06): Oil Filter · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 155 more. Effective Apr 15, 1988
- [AD 81-13-10 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-13-10-R1): Oil Pressure · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-C and 28 more. Effective Nov 20, 1981
- [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 70-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-14-07): Fuel Injection Pump · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-C, IO-360-D and 25 more. Effective Nov 22, 1974
- [AD 74-18-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-18-07): Cylinder · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-C, IO-360-D and 3 more. Effective Aug 28, 1974
- [AD 72-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-24-03): Oil Filter Adapter · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-520-B, IO-520-C and 3 more. Effective Nov 15, 1972

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2023-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-04-08) (historical): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 141 more. Effective Feb 23, 2023
- [AD 2009-24-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-52) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 192 more
- [AD 2009-24-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-51) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Teledyne Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 156 more
- [AD 2002-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-13-04) (historical): Magneto impulse coupling stop pin · Teledyne Continental Motors C-125-1, C-125-2, C145-2 and 48 more. Effective Jul 12, 2002
- [AD 2000-08-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-08-51) (historical): Crankshaft · Teledyne Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 158 more

## Information bulletins (advisory) (4)

- [SAIB NE-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-16-13): Powerplant - Prohibited use of sealant. Issued Mar 8, 2016
- [SAIB NE-13-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-15): Engine Controls: Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Throttle and Mixture Control Levers. Issued Feb 8, 2013
- [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 NE-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-10-09): Reciprocating Engine Power Section: Hydraulic Valve Lifters. Issued Nov 20, 2009

## Registered aircraft (15)

- [N1107X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1107X): [Humphreys Steven Craig](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUMPHREYS%20STEVEN%20CRAIG), [Soldotna, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Soldotna), built 2019, S/N 003
- [N161MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N161MP): [Jb Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JB%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Newark, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Newark), built 1992, S/N 24-3276
- [N16TK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N16TK): [Kane Thomas E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KANE%20THOMAS%20E), [Mc Alpin, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Mc%20Alpin), built 2008, S/N 82055
- [N22GW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22GW): [Schneider Dan](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHNEIDER%20DAN), [Lusby, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Lusby), built 1949, S/N 3726
- [N230DW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N230DW): [Horwich Joshua B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HORWICH%20JOSHUA%20B), [Santa Clara, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Santa%20Clara), built 1997, S/N HB-1
- [N336BH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N336BH): [Ace Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ACE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Mankato, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Mankato), built 1964, S/N 3360125
- [N336VR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N336VR): [Vr Jet LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VR%20JET%20LLC), [Goshen, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Goshen), built 1963, S/N 336-0024
- [N37FG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N37FG): [State Of California](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STATE%20OF%20CALIFORNIA), [Sacramento, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Sacramento), built 2008, S/N 446-33/OB2
- [N432WH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N432WH): [Rouw Bruce L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROUW%20BRUCE%20L), [Leesburg, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Leesburg), built 2007, S/N 714-320-558FB
- [N56GR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N56GR): [Ricciotti Gerard F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RICCIOTTI%20GERARD%20F), [Annapolis, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Annapolis), built 2011, S/N 82350
- [N587ND](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N587ND): [Plane Fun Inc Tr Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLANE%20FUN%20INC%20TR%20TRUSTEE), [Snellville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Snellville), built 2008, S/N GE001
- [N767DK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N767DK): [Abbott Donald K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ABBOTT%20DONALD%20K), [Gallatin, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Gallatin), built 1948, S/N 2319
- [N8841T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8841T): [Reid Cynda R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REID%20CYNDA%20R), [Trout, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Trout), built 2008, S/N 81394
- [N904BF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N904BF): [Grandbear Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRANDBEAR%20AIR%20LLC), [Mountain Green, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Mountain%20Green), S/N 3630
- [N915SC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N915SC): [I P M Ministries](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/I%20P%20M%20MINISTRIES), [Dufur, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Dufur), built 1954, S/N 26131

## NTSB investigations

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## 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.

- [Incident 20200526004319I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200526004319I), May 26, 2020: Hudson Leo LANCAIR 360 (N432WH), Merritt Island, FL, Minor damage. Pilot was adjusting for a landing with a crosswind. The pilot allowed the airspeed to slow, which resulted in a hard landing. As the result of the hard…

## Service difficulty reports (12)

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

- [SDR 2013FA0000164](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000164), Mar 12, 2013: CAM FOLLOWER. INOPERATIVE. AFTER ONLY 26 HOURS OF OPERATION FROM NEW PARTS INSTALLED, MAGNETO QUIT PRODUCING SPARK. TROUBLESHOOTING FOUND THE POINT TIMING HAD DRIFTED OFF AND WAS UNABLE T
- [SDR 2007FA0000661](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000661), Jul 1, 2007: FUEL. CONTAMINATED. WHILE PERFORMING BI-ANNUAL REVIEW. ON LAST TAKEOFF, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO RUN ROUGH. ENGINE DRIVEN FUEL PUMP FAILED AND INSTALLED A FRESHLY OVERHAULED PUMP. ATTEM
- [SDR 2007FA0000590](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000590), May 27, 2007: CONTACTOR. MELTED. AIRCRAFT HAD DEPARTED FOR A SIGHT SEEING TRIP. ON THE RETURN, ALL ENGINE POWER WAS LOST, THE AIRCRAFT WAS LANDED IN A MEADOW WITH MINIMAL DAMAGE TO THE AIRCRAFT
- [SDR 2005FA0000314](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000314), Feb 24, 2005: HUB. CRACKED. PROPELLER SENT FOR REPAIR OF RED DYE OIL LEAK. AT DISASSEMBLY HUB WAS FOUND CRACKED IN BLADE RETENTION SOCKET THREADS.
- [SDR 20000331SH019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000331SH019), Mar 3, 2000: SHOCK MOUNT. FAILED. DIFFICULT TO INSPECT. PILOT HEARD AND NOTICED COWL RUBBING PROPELER SPINNER DURING SHUT DOWN AT FUEL PIT AT MADERA AIRPORT. (X)
- [SDR AU000091](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU000091), Feb 1, 2000: PLUNGER. DETERIORATED. (AUS) FIREWALL MOUNTED FUEL STRAINER PLUNGER RUBBER NOT COMPATIBLE WITH FUEL PREVENTING FUEL FROM BEING DRAINED FROM STRAINER. PLUNGER WAS PURCHASED AND FITTED 
- [SDR 99ZZZX2151](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX2151), Apr 24, 1999: CRANKSHAFT. FAILED. BROKEN CRANKSHAFT WHILE IN CRUISE FLIGHT. ENGINE SEIZED. LANDED ON ROAD WITHOUT COMPLICATIONS. NO OTHER DAMAGE.
- [SDR 98ZZZX2709](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2709), Jul 13, 1998: IMPULSE COUPLING. FAILED. AIRCRAFT ENGINE IS EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC IGNITION ON RIGHT SIDE OF ENGINE WITH A START MODE, SO DID NOT REALIZE THE IMPULSE ON LEFT SIDE. SLICK MAG WAS GOING
- [SDR 98ZZZX2231](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2231), Jun 5, 1998: GEAR. FAILED. VACUUM PUMP FAILED. NEW PUMP WOULD NOT WORK. FOUND GEAR TEETH (ALL) MISSING FROM DRIVE GEAR.
- [SDR 97ZZZX2926](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX2926), May 20, 1997: ALTERNATOR. CRACKED. FOUND ALTERNATOR HOUSING CRACKED AT THE FRONT MOUNTING ARM. AFTER INSPECTING LIKE AIRCRAFT, FOUND A SECOND ALTERNATOR CRACKED IN THE SAME LOCATION. THE SUSPECT 
- [SDR 96ZZZX4421](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4421), Jun 16, 1996: PUMP. FAILED. AIRCRAFT FORCED LANDING DUE TO FUEL STARVATION TO ENGINE. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT NO FUEL COULD BE PUMPED THROUGH THE ENGINE DRIVEN PUMP. APPEARED TO BE BLO
- [SDR CA960610001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA960610001), May 16, 1996: FIREWALL. CORRODED. (CAN) DURING AN ENGINE CHANGE, FIREWALL WAS FOUND TO BE CORRODED EXCESSIVELY. FIREWALL WAS REPLACED AS PER MAINTENANCE MANUAL. SUBMITTER NOTES THAT THE MATERIAL

## 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 SE5583SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5583SW): Installation of fuel flow transducers (true-flow totalizer). Alcor LLC. Lists IO-360 Series
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc
- [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
- [STC SE8409SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8409SW): Installation of P/N CO-300-1 Oil Filter Adaptor with spin-on filter as a replacement for the existing oil screen. Stratus Tool Technologies LLC
- [STC SE1429SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1429SW): Installation of piston rings for chrome plated cylinders and cast iron valve guides. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc
- [STC SE01559SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01559SE): Modify the existing fuel induction system to install the Continental ES tuned induction system. Merlyn Sales Inc
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation
- [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 IO-360 Series
- [STC SE09401SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09401SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications, Inc
- [STC SE00577NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00577NY): Installation of Canadian Aero Mfg. (C.A.M.) Oil Coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing. Lists IO-360 Series
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE00427NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00427NY): Installation, operation and inspection of CAM oil coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing
- [STC SE8023SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8023SW): Installation and usage of AEROSHELL. Shell Development Co. Lists IO-360 Series
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists IO-360 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 IO-360 Series
- [STC SE244NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE244NE): Installation of Mattituck plasma flame sprayed cylinder barrels in Teledyne reciprocating engines. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists IO-360 Series
- [STC SE1445SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1445SO): Use of Aero-blend oil additive in Teledyne (non turbocharged) aircraft engines. ProTec. Lists IO-360 Series
- [STC SE99WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE99WE): Installation of Equa-Flo fuel/air induction system. Circle Machine Company
- [STC SE234GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE234GL): Installation of a steel pin in Continental fuel pump, P/N 638157. Approved Aircraft Accessories, Inc
- [STC SE12GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE12GL): Installation of oil filler cap. Ray Whyte Electric Products Co
- [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

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