# Continental IO-360-KB

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17159
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: IO-360-KB
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 195 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E1CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E1CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 9 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-360-kb

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 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

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 2022-04-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-04-04) (historical): 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 Mar 29, 2022
- [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 (9)

- [N1081V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1081V): [Gulley Cameron L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GULLEY%20CAMERON%20L), [Eastland, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Eastland), built 1976, S/N R1722109
- [N176EA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N176EA): [Heath Mark R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HEATH%20MARK%20R), [Radisson, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Radisson), S/N R172-3440
- [N454AK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N454AK): [Clum David V](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLUM%20DAVID%20V), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 2014, S/N 0001
- [N454BW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N454BW): [Wheeler Jonathan R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHEELER%20JONATHAN%20R), [Idaho Falls, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Idaho%20Falls), built 2019, S/N 783
- [N670A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N670A): [Myers Matthew D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MYERS%20MATTHEW%20D), [Gilbert, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Gilbert), S/N 34-33136
- [N758AB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N758AB): [Baerwolf Roy](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BAERWOLF%20ROY), [Lake Havasu City, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Lake%20Havasu%20City), built 1978, S/N R1722938
- [N758TS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N758TS): [Niemiec Luke](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIEMIEC%20LUKE), [Assonet, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Assonet), built 1980, S/N R1723353
- [N758WB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N758WB): [Finity Engineering LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FINITY%20ENGINEERING%20LLC), [College Place, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/College%20Place), built 1980, S/N R17203409
- [N803HL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N803HL): [Air Hammer LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIR%20HAMMER%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1979, S/N R1723099

## NTSB investigations

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## Service difficulty reports (28)

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

- [SDR 2026FA0000165](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000165), Feb 16, 2026: ALTERNATOR. FAILED. PILOT HAD AN ALTERNATOR FAILURE IN CRUISE.
- [SDR NI6R201409110020](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NI6R201409110020), Sep 9, 2014: FAIRING. WRONG PART. FOUND LT MLG FAIRING CHAFING FUSELAGE. DETERMINED THAT AFTERMARKET FAIRING PRODUCED BY UNDER PMA SA-1741005-239 TO BE MADE OF FIBERGLASS, AND AFTER APPROXIMATEL
- [SDR CA130808002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130808002), Aug 7, 2013: LINE. BROKEN. (CAN) DURING THE CRUISE PORTION OF AN FLOAT INSTRUCTION FLIGHT, THE INSTRUCTOR NOTICED AN ODOR OF FUEL AND A REDUCTION IN ENGINE POWER. THE CREW DECIDED TO MAKE
- [SDR 2011FA0000317](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000317), May 16, 2011: ENGINE. MISOVERHAULED. REMOVED ENGINE OIL PUMP SUCTION SCREEN AS PART OF 100 HR INSP. FOUND OLD STYLE SUCTION SCREEN WITH FOD IN IT CONSISTING OF 1EA, .2500" AN FLAT WASHER, 2 EA SPRI
- [SDR CA110209030](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA110209030), Feb 8, 2011: ALTERNATOR. INOPERATIVE. DURING FLIGHT, THE GPS THEN THE RADIOS CUT OUT. THE PILOT LANDED SAFELY FOLLOWING PROCEDURES. MX DISCOVERED THAT THE ALTERNATOR OUTER CASE HAD SEPERATED FROM TH
- [SDR CA090514006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090514006), May 14, 2009: RETAINER. CRACKED. (CAN) NR 1 CYLINDER INTAKE ROCKER RETAINER WAS FOUND CRACKED.
- [SDR CA081125004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA081125004), Nov 12, 2008: ENGINE. MAKING METAL. (CAN) LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE DURING FLIGHT. PRECAUTIONARY LANDING ON NEARBY LAKE. INSP REVEALED HEAVY METAL CONTAMINATION IN OIL SCREEN, POSSIBLY CRANKSHAFT BEARI
- [SDR CA081003009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA081003009), Oct 1, 2008: THRU BOLT. BROKEN. (CAN) ON A PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION, THE PILOT NOTICED A LOOSE WASHER ON THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE. AFTER FURTHER INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE TOP FWD ENGIN
- [SDR CA060209003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060209003), Feb 2, 2006: GOVERNOR. DAMAGED. (CAN) ENGINE OVERSPEED ON A TOUCH AND GO LANDING AT AIRPORT, ON TAKEOFF. ENGINE WAS REPORTED ROUGH ON THE RETURN FLIGHT. THE INSTRUCTOR AND THE OWNER ONBOARD DE
- [SDR 2006FA0000045](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000045), Jan 18, 2006: DISTRIBUTOR GEAR. FAILED. ELEVEN GEAR TEETH FAILED ON NYLON DISTRIBUTOR GEAR.
- [SDR 2005FA0000720](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000720), May 2, 2005: ADAPTER. CRACKED. STARTER ADAPTER ASSEMBLY BOLT FLANGE CRACKED AT E THE 10 O'CLOCK POSITION. HOUSING UNIT DOES NOT MATCH STARTER ADAPTER ACCESSORY CASE FOOTPRINT (OVERLAYS), RESU
- [SDR 2005FA0000721](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000721), May 2, 2005: ADAPTER. CRACKED. STARTER ADAPTER ASSEMBLY BOLT FLANGE CRACKED AT E THE 10 O'CLOCK POSITION. HOUSING UNIT DOES NOT MATCH STARTER ADAPTER ACCESSORY CASE FOOTPRINT (OVERLAYS), RESU
- [SDR 2005FA0000722](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000722), May 2, 2005: ADAPTER. CRACKED. STARTER ADAPTER ASSEMBLY BOLT FLANGE CRACKED AT E THE 10 O'CLOCK POSITION. HOUSING UNIT DOES NOT MATCH STARTER ADAPTER ACCESSORY CASE FOOTPRINT (OVERLAYS), RESU
- [SDR 2005FA0000728](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000728), May 2, 2005: ADAPTER. CRACKED. STARTER ADAPTER ASSEMBLY BOLT FLANGE CRACKED AT E THE 10 O'CLOCK POSITION. HOUSING UNIT DOES NOT MATCH STARTER ADAPTER ACCESSORY CASE FOOTPRINT (OVERLAYS), RESU
- [SDR 2005FA0000729](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000729), May 2, 2005: ADAPTER. CRACKED. STARTER ADAPTER ASSEMBLY BOLT FLANGE CRACKED AT E THE 10 O'CLOCK POSITION. HOUSING UNIT DOES NOT MATCH STARTER ADAPTER ACCESSORY CASE FOOTPRINT (OVERLAYS), RESU
- [SDR 2005FA0000719](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000719), May 2, 2005: ADAPTER. CRACKED. STARTER ADAPTER ASSEMBLY BOLT FLANGE CRACKED AT E THE 10 O'CLOCK POSITION. HOUSING UNIT DOES NOT MATCH STARTER ADAPTER ACCESSORY CASE FOOTPRINT (OVERLAYS), RESU
- [SDR 2004FA0000340](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000340), Mar 31, 2004: ROCKER. BROKEN. FOUND HOLE IN ROCKER COVER CAUSED BY ROCKER ARM ON EXHAUST SIDE. FOUND FWD STUD ASSY BROKEN OFF FLUSH WITH CYLINDER HEAD. STUD (PN 401852). ROCKER RETAINER (PN 
- [SDR CA031216003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA031216003), Nov 17, 2003: BRACKET. CRACKED. (CAN) ENGINE MOUNT TO FIREWALL 1/B LT LOWER CHANNEL BRACKET FOUND CRACKED. REPLACED WITH NEW.
- [SDR CA020611004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020611004), May 26, 2002: BEARING. SEIZED. (CAN) ALTERNATOR FAILURE. REAR ROLLER BEARING SEIZED SHAFT CAUSING SHAFT TO SHEAR IMMEDIATELY AFT OF THE DRIVE ASSEMBLY.NO EVIDENCE OF OR ADEQUATE LUBRICANT IN 
- [SDR 98ZZZX3427](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX3427), Aug 17, 1998: MAGNET. CRACKED. MAGNETO WAS DISASSEMBLED DUE TO BAD POINTS. INSPECTION OF ROTATING MAGNET SHOWED CRACKS ON THE BACK FACE. MAGNTO WAS REPLACED WITH NEW.
- [SDR CA971128005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA971128005), Nov 4, 1997: CONTROL CABLE. MISINSTALLED. (CAN) AUTOPILOT NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. AILERON SERVO CABLES INSTALLED IN REVERSE, REPAIRED.
- [SDR CA970930012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970930012), Sep 19, 1997: BLADE. DAMAGE. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. PROPELLER BLADE FOUND WITH STONE DAMAGE. PROPELLER BLADE WAS TRIMMED.
- [SDR CA970530004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970530004), May 20, 1997: BLADE. SPRAY CUT. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. PROPELLER BLADE HAD SPRAY CUT ON LEADING EDGE. THE PROPELLER HUB REAR BORE AS OVERSIZE.
- [SDR CA970501003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970501003), Apr 16, 1997: BLADE. SPRAY CUT. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. INSPECTION FOUND SPRAY CUTS ON THE LEADING EDGE AND THE TIP ANGLES OUT. THE BLADE EDGES WERE FILED AND THE TI
- [SDR 96ZZZX5659](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX5659), Nov 1, 1996: ADAPTER ASSY. WORN. BYPASS PLUG CAME OUT OF HOUSING. FOUND WORN PLUG AND DAMAGED HOUSING. PLUG IS STAKED IN IF BYPASS VALVE IS NOT USED. FOUND METAL IN OIL FILTER AT PREVIOUS OIL C
- [SDR CA961002015](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA961002015), Jul 31, 1996: MOUNT. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION THE AME NOTICED UNUSUAL MOVEMENT IN THE ENGINE COWLING. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE STEEL END FITTING ON THE LEFT HAND UPPER ENGINE 
- [SDR 96ZZZX3870](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX3870), Jun 27, 1996: PISTON. RING FAILED. UPON DISASSEMBLY AFTER LOW COMPRESSION READING, FOUND THE LOWER PORTION BY OIL SCRAPER RING MISSING FROM THE PISTON. SUSPECT DUE TO THE OIL SCRAPER RING HANGING
- [SDR 96ZZZX369](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX369), Jan 10, 1996: CYLINDER. HEAD SEPARATED. IMMEDIATELY AFTER LIFT OFF HEARD A LOUD BANG FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT, 3 MORE ENTERED CABIN, ABORTED TAKEOFF AND SHUT DOWN ENGINE. REMOVED COWL AND FOUND NR 1 CY

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (23)

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 SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc
- [STC SE822GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE822GL): Installation of a Shadin Co. fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics
- [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 SE1436CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1436CE): Modify engine to obtain 210 hp, 2800 rpm for 5 minutes at takeoff and 195 hp 2600 rpm maximum continuous. Isham Brad E
- [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

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