# Continental IO-470-L

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17348
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: IO-470-L
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 260 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS 3E1](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3E1) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 22 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-470-l

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 2023-02-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-02-12): Engine Air Intake System · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 127 more. Effective Feb 17, 2023
- [AD 2022-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-16-03): Engine (RECIPROCATING) · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-F and 236 more. Effective Aug 15, 2022
- [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 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 2009-19-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-19-07): EQ3 cylinders · Continental Motors IO-470-C, IO-470-D, IO-470-E and 72 more. Effective Oct 7, 2009
- [AD 2007-04-19 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-04-19-R1): SAP cylinder assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 314 more. Effective May 7, 2007
- [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 99-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-19-01): No. 2 and No. 5 Crankshaft Inspections · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 127 more. Effective Sep 30, 1999
- [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 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996
- [AD 95-21-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-21-15): Aviation Gasoline · Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12F, C85-12FJ and 77 more. Effective Nov 28, 1995
- [AD 93-08-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-08-17): Oil Pick-Up Tube · Continental Motors IO-470-A, IO-470-C, IO-470-D and 104 more. Effective Aug 23, 1993
- [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 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 81-16-05](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
- [AD 79-05-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-05-09): Oil Pump Assembly Or Oil Pressure Relief Valve Screw And/Or Plunger · Teledyne Continental Motors 6-285-CA, GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D and 60 more. Effective Mar 12, 1979
- [AD 77-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-05-04): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-470-L, IO-520-D, IO-520-F and 6 more. Effective Mar 11, 1977
- [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 72-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-20-02): Cylinders · Continental Motors IO-470-D, IO-470-E, IO-470-F and 10 more. Effective Oct 2, 1974
- [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 98-01-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-08): Exhaust Roller Rocker Arm · Roller rocker arm P/N PE 92I intake and PE92E exhaust (Performance Engineering STC SE8594SW)

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 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
- [AD 94-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-14-12) (historical): Octane Aviation Gasoline · Teledyne Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12, E185-11 and 68 more
- [AD 99-09-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-09-17) (historical): Crankshaft · Teledyne Continental Motors IO-470-A, IO-470-C, IO-470-D and 114 more
- [AD 97-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-01) (historical): Pistons · Teledyne Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 61 more

## Information bulletins (advisory) (6)

- [SAIB NE-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-20-05): POWERPLANT - Engine Camshaft Gear Tooth Fracture. Issued Apr 6, 2020
- [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
- [SAIB NE-09-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section. Issued Jan 30, 2009

## Registered aircraft (22)

- [N111VM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N111VM): [Skyline Aeronautical Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYLINE%20AERONAUTICAL%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Dorado, PR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PR/Dorado), built 1977, S/N TC-2081
- [N1202B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1202B): [Davis Aviation Inc DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAVIS%20AVIATION%20INC%20DBA), [Brandon, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Brandon), built 1974, S/N TC1825
- [N120B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N120B): [Skysuite Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYSUITE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Tujunga, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Tujunga), built 1962, S/N TC-230
- [N12BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12BG): [Full Scale Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FULL%20SCALE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Mccordsville, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Mccordsville), built 1982, S/N TC-2412
- [N155AG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N155AG): [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 1980, S/N TC2311
- [N169SP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N169SP): [Vahedi Vafa S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VAHEDI%20VAFA%20S), [San Diego, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Diego), S/N TC-353
- [N1702T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1702T): [Dans Shop Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DANS%20SHOP%20INC), [Montevideo, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Montevideo), built 1963, S/N TC-527
- [N227BY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N227BY): [Aerospace Trust Management LLC Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AEROSPACE%20TRUST%20MANAGEMENT%20LLC%20TRUSTEE), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1970, S/N TC-1347
- [N242BT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N242BT): [Friends Of Army Aviation Ozark](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FRIENDS%20OF%20ARMY%20AVIATION%20OZARK), [Ozark, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Ozark), built 1965, S/N TF-24
- [N26DE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26DE): [Continental Title Trust LLC Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CONTINENTAL%20TITLE%20TRUST%20LLC%20TRUSTEE), [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita), built 1974, S/N TC-1796
- [N355AD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N355AD): [Sky West Aviation Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKY%20WEST%20AVIATION%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque), built 1981, S/N TC-2409
- [N35YT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N35YT): [Armstrong Samuel V](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ARMSTRONG%20SAMUEL%20V), [Lovelock, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Lovelock), built 1955, S/N D4058
- [N450LH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N450LH): [Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20AIRCRAFT%20CONSULTANCY%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 1979, S/N TC-2215
- [N455BT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N455BT): [Marshall Tristen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARSHALL%20TRISTEN), [Spokane Valley, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Spokane%20Valley), built 1964, S/N TC741
- [N501WT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N501WT): [Peterson Floyd M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PETERSON%20FLOYD%20M), [Lago Vista, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lago%20Vista), built 1979, S/N TC-2194
- [N52JM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N52JM): [Jetstar Aviation Group LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JETSTAR%20AVIATION%20GROUP%20LLC), [Norlina, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Norlina), built 1980, S/N TC-2309
- [N567JL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N567JL): [2fly-Safety LLC Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/2FLY-SAFETY%20LLC%20TRUSTEE), [Azle, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Azle), built 1974, S/N TC-1718
- [N676TG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N676TG): [Rick Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RICK%20AVIATION%20INC), [Newport News, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Newport%20News), built 1964, S/N TC-676
- [N700ZC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N700ZC): [Phantom Real Estate Group LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PHANTOM%20REAL%20ESTATE%20GROUP%20LLC), [Destin, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Destin), built 1977, S/N TC-2110
- [N815KK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N815KK): [Bristol Aircraft Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRISTOL%20AIRCRAFT%20LEASING%20LLC), [Montgomery, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Montgomery), built 1973, S/N TC-1521
- [N8577M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8577M): [Skyfix International Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYFIX%20INTERNATIONAL%20INC), [Fort Lauderdale, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Lauderdale), built 1963, S/N TC-479
- [N955BE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N955BE): [Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20AIRCRAFT%20CONSULTANCY%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 1969, S/N TC-1272

## NTSB investigations (4)

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 GAA22WA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA22WA004), Oct 5, 2021: Beech 95-B55 (N55JX), Nuevo Leon, Mexico, destroyed
- [NTSB GAA15CA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA15CA185), Jul 12, 2015: Barron Starduster SA 300 (N5618), Whiteville, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an attempted go-around, which resulted in a runway excursion and a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB NYC08CA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA122), Feb 28, 2008: Beech B-55 (N4265S), Brookhaven, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing during the first attempt, and subsequent collapse of the nose landing gear during the second landing attempt. Contributing to the accident…
- [NTSB CHI66D0601](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI66D0601), Jan 27, 1966: Beechcraft 95-A55 (N8577M), Marion, IN, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (5)

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 20180330010429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180330010429I), Mar 30, 2018: Beech 95-B55 (T42A) (N137BT), Bedford, IN, Minor damage. On March 30, 2018, at approximately 09:45 eastern time (13:45Z), a 1964 Beechcraft baron BE-55, N137BT, landed with the landing gear retracted on runway 31 at…
- [Accident 20150712009259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150712009259A), Jul 12, 2015: Barron STARDUSTER SA-300 (N5618), Whiteville, NC, Destroyed. Pilot intended to do practice touch and go maneuvers and on touchdown, loss control and veered off the runway into a field.
- [Incident 20121125027399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121125027399I), Nov 25, 2012: Beech 95-A55 (N169SP), Tucumcari, NM, Minor damage. On November 25, 2012 pilot in command (PIC) fueled 50 gallons of fuel in slaton, TX (F49) for a total of 100 gallons on board on his Beech baron, N169SP and…
- [Incident 20121016022889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121016022889I), Oct 16, 2012: Beech 95-B55 (N752CA), Bismarck, ND, Minor damage. On October 16, 2012, at 1632 central daylight time, a Beechcraft, model V35B, N752CA, collapsed on the runway after the landing gear appeared to have failed,…
- [Accident 20080228836199A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080228836199A), Feb 28, 2008: Beech 95B55 (N4265S), Brookhaven, MS, Substantial damage. (-23) Due to excessive sink rate aircraft contacted runway hard and pilot initiated go-around. Runway contact resulted in blown nose tire. Second touchdown…

## Service difficulty reports (144, newest 50)

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

- [SDR 2022FA0000244](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000244), May 4, 2022: FILTER ADAPTER. FAILED. OIL FILTER ADAPTER IS AN F&M ENTERPRISES ADAPTER INSTALLED UNDER AN STC. IT IS AFFECTED BY A STRATUS MANDATORY SERVICE BULLETIN NO. SB-001, REV B AND AN AIRWORT
- [SDR CA190731022](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190731022), Jul 23, 2019: DOOR. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) DURING TAKEOFF CABIN ENTRANCE DOOR OPENED AND PILOT RETURNED TO AIRPORT. THE PILOT PROPERLY CLOSED THE DOOR AND ENSURED IT WAS LATCHED. HE THEN RETURNED T
- [SDR CA190731020](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190731020), Jul 23, 2019: FUEL CONTROL. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) RH ENGINE WAS SURGING ON TAKE OFF. PILOT ABORTED TAKE OFF AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOT THE PROBLEM AND FOUND THAT THE MIXTURE SETTING ON THE RH ENGINE WAS 
- [SDR 2019FA0000043](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000043), Dec 6, 2018: CONNECTING ROD. BROKEN. PILOT FELT A SHUDDER OF THE LEFT ENGINE AND IT SHUT DOWN ON ITS OWN. THE AIRCRAFT LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. UPON INSPECTION WE FOUND THAT THE PROP DID NOT FEATHE
- [SDR 2016FA0000234](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000234), May 3, 2016: AXLE. FAILED. AXLE FAILURE ON LANDING RESULTING IN GROUND LOOP, PROP STRIKE, AND SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE TO EMPENNAGE AND LT WING. THE ACFT JUST MODIFIED TO 29 X 11 X 10 AIR HAWKS
- [SDR CA150831011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150831011), Aug 26, 2015: DRIVE COUPLING. WORN. (CAN) LEFT ENGINE LOST POWER IN FLIGHT, APPROXIMATELY 25 MINUTES AFTER DEPARTING, WHILE IN CRUISE AT 8000`, THE LT ENGINE QUIT. FUEL PUMP REMOVED AND FOUND THE 
- [SDR CA150831012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150831012), Aug 26, 2015: GEAR. WORN. (CAN) LEFT ENGINE LOST POWER IN FLIGHT. APPROXIMATELY 25 MINUTES AFTER DEPARTING, WHILE IN CRUISE AT 8000 FT, THE LT ENGINE QUIT. FUEL PUMP REMOVED AND FOUND TH
- [SDR CA141231002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA141231002), Dec 24, 2014: RELAY. FAILED. (CAN) WHILE GEAR OPERATION SWITCH WAS IN THE UP POSITION, GEAR LOWERED VIA THE MOTOR ON ITS OWN. PIC NOTED THAT SWITCH WAS UP AND LOCKED AND NO BREAKERS HAS "PO
- [SDR CA150113033](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150113033), Dec 12, 2014: DIAPHRAGM. FAILED. (CAN) FOUND ACCUMULATOR DIAPHRAGM FAILED, OIL ON PRESSURE SIDE.
- [SDR CA141209004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA141209004), Dec 9, 2014: ELT. INOPERATIVE. (CAN) WHILE TESTING THE ELT ON ITS ANNUAL CERTIFICATION AS PER CAR 571 APPENDIX G FOUND NO OUTPUT POWER OR MODULATION FOR THE 121.5 MHZ FREQUENCY. THE UNIT RETU
- [SDR CA141203006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA141203006), Dec 3, 2014: INDICATOR. LEAKING. (CAN) DURING FLIGHT, PILOT NOTICED THE FACE OF THE FUEL PRESSURE INDICATOR HAD FLUID POOLING IN THE BOTTOM OF IT. IT WAS REPORTED TO MAINTENANCE AND THE INDICAT
- [SDR 2013FA0000503](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000503), Aug 23, 2013: CYLINDER. FAILED. ENGINE RAN INTERMITTENTLY ROUGH . NR 1 CYLINDER SHOWED VERY LOW EGT AND CHT. PERFORMED COMPRESSION TEST ON NR 1 CYLINDER. COMPRESSION WAS LOW AND AIR WAS ESCAPI
- [SDR CA130807012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130807012), Jul 31, 2013: LINE. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING A DAILY INSPECTION ON THE RT ENGINE, THE FUEL INJECTOR LINE AT THE NR 3 CYLINDER FUEL INJECTOR WAS FOUND FUEL/SOOT STAINED. A QUICK LEAK CHECK WITH
- [SDR CA120809014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120809014), Jul 27, 2012: CONTROL CABLE. CROSSED. (CAN) IN CRUISE, PILOT ATTEMPTED TO CENTER THE BALL IN THE TURN AND BANK INDICATOR BY APPLYING RUDDER TRIM. WHEN APPLIED, AFFECT WAS OPPOSITE TO NORMAL, TURNED 
- [SDR CA120430011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120430011), Mar 9, 2012: PISTON. FAILED. (CAN) WHILE ON FINAL, THE ACFT STARTED TO VIBRATE, UPON SELECTION OF "GEAR DOWN" AT LOW POWER SETTINGS, 15" MANIFOLD, 2300 RPM. THE GEAR WAS CYCLED ONCE AND THE
- [SDR CA110503006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA110503006), Apr 27, 2011: AILERON. MISINSTALLED. (CAN) RT AILERON OUTBOARD ATTACH DISCONNECTED IN FLIGHT DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION. ON INSPECTION PICK UP POINTS FOR AILERON ATTACH HAD BEEN MISSED INTERNALLY
- [SDR 2010FA0001103](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0001103), Sep 20, 2010: CONTROL CABLE. DETACHED. DURING FLIGHT, THE RT ENGINE MIXTURE CONTROL FAILED AND THE ENGINE QUIT. AFTER LANDING, FOUND THE SWAGGED END OF THE MIXTURE CONTROL CABLE (PN 50-389010-21) HAD
- [SDR 2010FA0000249](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000249), Mar 9, 2010: LIFTER. SPALLED. ENGINE CYLINDERS HAD LOW COMPRESSION. REMOVED CYLINDERS AND FUND LIFTERS HAD SPALLING AND CAM SHAFT WAS WORN. LIFTER PN 653888 AND PN 653877 INSTALLED. THESE PN
- [SDR 2010FA0000060](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000060), Jan 19, 2010: HUB. MISMANUFACTURED. PROPELLER FACTORY NEW IN 12/10/99. PROPELLER HUB FOUND AT O/H TO BE UNAIRWORTHY DUE TO CYLINDER HOLES DEPTH DRILLED BY FACTORY TOO DEEP. 3 SMALL DIMPLES NOTED O
- [SDR CA091019001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA091019001), Oct 16, 2009: WIRE. BROKEN. (CAN) TAIL BRACE WIRE FOUND BROKEN AS A RESULT OF A CRACK ORIGINATING IN CORROSION PITTING.
- [SDR 2008FA0000847](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000847), Nov 25, 2008: SPRING. BROKEN. STARTER ADAPTER P/N 635050-A4, STARTER SPRING FAILED. STARTER ADAPTER OVERHAULED, RETURNED TO SERVICE AFTER OVERHAUL. PART SOLD, STARTER ADAPTER INSPECTED AND R
- [SDR CA071002005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA071002005), Sep 28, 2007: PISTON. DAMAGED. (CAN) DURING CRUISE FLT, RT ENGINE BEGAN TO LOOSE OIL PRESSURE. OIL TEMP & CHT INCREASED. PILOT ELECTED TO SHUTDOWN ENGINE AS A VIBRATION BECAME APPARENT & OIL 
- [SDR CA071212002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA071212002), Sep 21, 2007: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, VISUAL INSPECTION OF AREA REVEALED A SUSPECTED CRACK. NOT OF DYE PENETRANT AND EDDY CURRENT CONFIRMED. MFG SERVICE KIT TO INSTAL
- [SDR CA070801001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070801001), Jul 27, 2007: FUEL CELL. DETERIORATED. (CAN) THE RT WING LEADING EDGE FUEL CELL WAS REMOVED BECAUSE OF A FUEL LEAK. A REPLACEMENT FUEL CELL WAS ORDERED. PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF THE NEW (OVERHAULED) 
- [SDR CA060624001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060624001), Jun 15, 2006: BOLT. LOOSE. (CAN) AILERON TRIM BOLT FOUND MIGRATING OUT OF LINKAGE ARM ON LT AILERON TRIM TAB ASSEMBLY. BOLT WAS NOTED TO BE FINGER-TIGHT ONLY AND NOT SET INTO LOCKING DEVI
- [SDR 2006FA0000327](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000327), Mar 13, 2006: IMPULSE COUPLING. RUSTED. DURING A ROUTINE INSP, ALL MAGNETOS WERE REMOVED FOR POINTS AND CONDENSER REPLACEMENT. RUST WAS FOUND ON THE FLYWEIGHT/AXLE AREA OF THE IMPULSE COUPLING. A WEAR
- [SDR 2005FA0001613](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001613), Dec 9, 2005: CONTROL CABLE. CORRODED. AILERON CABLE RUNNING FROM LT WHEEL WELL AREA LOWER REAR SPAR THRU CABIN UNDER FLOOR TO PEDESTAL AND CONTROL SPROCKET WAS FOUND SEVERELY RUSTED AND ABOUT HALF T
- [SDR 2005FA0001598](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001598), Dec 9, 2005: CONTROL CABLE. FAILED. AILERON CABLE RUNNING FROM LT WHEEL WELL AREA LOWER REAR SPAR THRU CABIN UNDERFLOOR TO PEDESTAL AND CONTROL SPROCKET WAS FOUND SEVERELY RUSTED AND ABOUT HALF TH
- [SDR 2005FA0001595](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001595), Dec 9, 2005: CONTROL CABLE. DAMAGED. AILERON CABLE RUNNING FROM LT WHEEL WELL AREA LOWER REAR SPAR THRU CABIN UNDER FLOOR TO PEDESTAL AND CONTROL SPROCKET WAS FOUND SEVERELY RUSTED AND ABOUT HALF T
- [SDR 2005FA0001596](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001596), Dec 9, 2005: CONTROL CABLE. FAILED. AILERON CABLE RUNNING FROM LT WHEEL WELL AREA LOWER REAR SPAR THRU CABIN UNDER FLOOR TO PEDESTAL AND CONTROL SPROCKET WAS FOUND SEVERELY RUSTED AND ABOUT HALF T
- [SDR 2005FA0001614](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001614), Dec 9, 2005: CONTROL CABLE. CORRODED. AILERON CABLE RUNNING FROM LT WHEEL WELL AREA LOWER REAR SPAR THRU CABIN UNDER FLOOR TO PEDESTAL AND CONTROL SPROCKET WAS FOUND SEVERELY RUSTED AND ABOUT HALF T
- [SDR 2005FA0001615](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001615), Dec 9, 2005: CONTROL CABLE. CORRODED. AILERON CABLE RUNNING FROM LT WHEEL WELL AREA LOWER REAR SPAR THRU CABIN UNDER FLOOR TO PEDESTAL AND CONTROL SPROCKET WAS FOUND SEVERELY RUSTED AND ABOUT HALF T
- [SDR 2005FA0001364](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001364), Sep 28, 2005: SPAR CAP. CORRODED. DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, SOME CORROSION WAS FOUND IN THE AREA OF THE RT WING TIE DOWN ASSY, UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION AN AREA OF APPROXIMATELY 8 INCHES IN 
- [SDR CA050617007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050617007), Jun 15, 2005: DOUBLER. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING ROUTINE LPI INSPECTION OF THE FRONT WING SPAR CARRY THRU STRUCTURE AND REPAIR DOUBLERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AD90-08-14, THE LT FWD REPAIR DOUBLER WAS
- [SDR CA050512009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050512009), May 12, 2005: COUPLING. WORN. AIRCRAFT IN CRUISE, ENGINE SPUTTERED AND DIED. BOOST PUMP ACTIVATED AND ENGINE RESTARTED. PART IS AN ON-CONDITION ITEM. THE SQUARE DRIVE ROUNDED OFF UNTIL IT WO
- [SDR CA041215003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA041215003), Dec 13, 2004: RELAY. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) DURING A MISSED APPROACH PILOT INITIATED A TURN TO RETURN FOR A 2ND APPROACH WHEN MLG EXTENDED UNCOMMANDED WITH NO DOWN OR UP INDICATION LIGHTS. PILOT SLO
- [SDR CA041026012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA041026012), Oct 26, 2004: SHAFT. BROKEN. PILOTS LT RUDDER PEDAL BROKE AT THE UPPER PEDAL SHAFT. THE PEDAL WAS FOUND BROKEN AFTER COMPLETION OF A FLIGHT. RUDDER PEDAL WAS REPLACED. INSPECTION OF THE PED
- [SDR D942004F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/D942004F00000), Aug 2, 2004: ROCKER. BROKEN. ON TAKEOFF ROLL PILOT LOST POWER TO THE LT ENGINE. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT THE NR 5 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE ROCKER ARM WAS BROKEN. ADDITIONAL INSPECTION REVE
- [SDR 2004FA0000753](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000753), Jul 23, 2004: VIBRATOR. BURNED. JUST AFTER DEPARTURE A BURNING ODOR WAS NOTICED FROM THE FRONT OF THE AIRCRAFT. A STANDARD FLIGHT PATTERN BACK TO RUNWAY WAS EXPEDITED. LATER FINDING THE IGN VI
- [SDR 2004FA0000768](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000768), Jul 23, 2004: VIBRATOR. BURNED. PILOT DEPARTED ON MAINT TEST FLIGHT ON CROSS WIND. PILOT NOTICED BURNING ODOR AS PILOT TURNED BASE LEG TO LAND ON DEPARTURE RUNWAY, AC HAS SMOKE IN COCKPIT. AC 
- [SDR AKV2004F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AKV2004F00000), Mar 16, 2004: CYLINDER. CRACKED. AIRCRAFT WAS AT A CRUISING ALTITUDE OF 6000 FT MSL WHEN PILOT HEARD A LOUD BANG AND FELT SEVERE VIBRATION. PILOT STATED THAT WHEN HE LOOKED OUT AT THE LEFT ENGI
- [SDR CA040304007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040304007), Mar 3, 2004: CONTROL CABLE. BROKEN. (CAN) DURING CRUISE FLIGHT THE PILOT NOTICED THAT THE RT MIXTURE WAS NOT RESPONDING TO CONTROL MOVEMENT. THE AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO BASE UNEVENTFULLY AND UPON MAI
- [SDR CA031021008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA031021008), Oct 15, 2003: CAM FOLLOWER. SPALLED. (CAN) WHILE INVESTIGATING PROBLEM OF LEAKING EXHAUST VALVE CYLINDER NR 6. A CHECK OF THE VISABLE CAMSHAFT INDICATED SEVERE SPALLING ON CAM FOLLOWER FOR NR 5 CYL
- [SDR IPM2003F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IPM2003F00000), Oct 8, 2003: RELIEF VALVE. FAILED. ENGINE WOULD LOOSE POWER INTERMITTENTLY AND DURING CLIMB AFTER TAKEOFF. DETERMINED TO BE DEFECTIVE RELIEF VALVE AND SEAT IN ENGINE FUEL PUMP. (WP11200400873)
- [SDR CA030818004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030818004), Aug 16, 2003: PITCH STOP. STRIPPED. (CAN) DURING INSPECTION OF THE PROP, MAINTENANCE ATTEMPTED TO REMOVE THE SPINNER BUT COULDN'T BECAUSE THE LOW PITCH STOP THREADS WERE STRIPPED, WHERE THE SPINNE
- [SDR CA030818001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030818001), Aug 15, 2003: PISTON. BROKEN. (CAN) UPON DOING A CYLINDER INSPECTION IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE COMPRESSION ON THE NR 4 CYLINDER WAS LOW. REMOVAL OF THE CYLINDER REVEALED A PISTON SKIRT LAYING 
- [SDR CA030530006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030530006), May 26, 2003: NUT. CRACKED. (CAN) CUSTOMER COMPLAINED OF SPINNER CRACKING. OVER HAULED BOTH PROPS AS A PRECAUTIONERY. CHECKED PROP BEFORE DISASSEMBLY. TRACK, ANGLES, BALANCE WITHIN SPEC. F
- [SDR AUS20030532](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030532), May 23, 2003: SOLENOID. FAULTY. (AUS) HEATER LEAKING FUEL FROM CASE DRAIN. INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT THE SOLENOID HAD NOT CLOSED AFTER THE HEATER WAS LAST USED.
- [SDR CA030517001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030517001), May 17, 2003: FUEL CELL. CONTAMINATED. (CAN) DURING CREW WALK AROUND & ACTUATION WATER DRAINS, CREWS CONSISTENTLY FIND WATER EVEN IF COMPLETELY DRAINED ON PREVIOUS FLIGHT. AIRCRAFT INSPECTED AND ALL 
- [SDR CA030604009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030604009), May 7, 2003: RUDDER PEDAL. WORN. (CAN) AFTER FINDING A BROKEN RUDDER PEDAL, AN INSPECTION WAS CARRIED OUT ON THE OTHER A/C. ON ONE OF THE AIRCRAFT, THE ATTACHMENT POINT FOR THE RUDDER PEDAL WAS

All 144: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-470-l/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (46)

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 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 SE09356SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09356SC): Install F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter adapter for a spin-on oil filter. Stratus Tool Technologies LLC
- [STC SE09217SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09217SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE00114SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00114SE): Replaces Teledyne-Continental Part Number 646277 lifter bodies. B & B Aviation LLC
- [STC SE09637SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09637SC): Remove existing rocker arm assemblies and install modify rocker arm assemblies. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE02261CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02261CH): Increase engine displacement from 470 cubic inches to 520 cubic inches in the Teledyne Continental Motors IO-470-D, -E, -F, -H, -L, -M, -N, -R, -S, -U, -V, -VO engines models with a flat rating of 260 HP. Cygnet Aerospace Corp
- [STC SE92WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE92WE): Installation of oil fitting (AN-823-5D) in rocker box cover. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SE2-984](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2-984): Modification of Continental Piston Part No. 627738 (IO-470). Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE26WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE26WE): Piston ring 250000, 250000+2W and250000+10W on Continental E Series piston 534895, O-470 piston 534895, 626992 and 537883 and IO-470 piston534895. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE34WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE34WE): Installation of Electro-Coatings, Inc., piston rings on Continental pistons. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE5820SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5820SW): Installation of Airmotive exhaust valve, P/N AEC-637781. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE910SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE910SW): The manufacturer of pistons, valve guides, and parts. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE94SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE94SW): Modification of Continental IO-470 Pistons P/N 627738, P/N 539814, and P/N 631481 compression ring grooves from present keystone configuration to rectangular configuration. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE992SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE992SO): Installation of fuel line filters into the individual fuel injector lines in accordance with Beryl D Shannon Aviation Specialties, Inc. Installation Instructions BI 2500, approved May 24, 1976, or later FAA approved revisions. D'Shannon Products Ltd
- [STC SE267CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE267CH): Installation of Slick Model 6309 and 6313 magnetos. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SE552GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE552GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics
- [STC SA02261CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02261CH): Increase engine displacement from 470 cubic inches to 520 cubic inches. Chuck Ney Enterprises
- [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 SE152SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE152SO): Modification of throttle body location. Array Paul S. Lists IO-470 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 IO-470 Series
- [STC SE09559SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09559SC): Installation of US Airparts roller rocker arm assemblies P/N US92E exhaust and US92I intake. US Airparts, Inc
- [STC SE55WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE55WE): Modification of fuel injection manifold valve P/N 626547 to the P/N 631427 or P/N 636326 configuration. AAR Aircraft Services Inc. d/b/a AAR Aircraft Services-Oklahoma. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE09319SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09319SC): Modify oil pan adding a new oil sump drain. Texas Skyways Inc. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE00139SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00139SE): Replaces the following Teledyne-Continental part numbers: 641682 (Rocker Arm, Exhaust), 539742 (Rocker Arm, Intake), 539740 (Rocker Arm, Shaft) and 538304 (Pushrod Assembly). Dakota Aircraft Parts Inc
- [STC SE3517NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3517NM): Replacement of the original engine oil screen with an external mounted full flow oil adapter and spin-on filter. Timberman Allen E
- [STC SE8594SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8594SW): Installation of roller rocker arm P/N PE 92I intake and PE92E exhaust. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE5205NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5205NM): Installation of an Oilamatic engine filter screen adapter. Oilamatic Inc
- [STC SE775NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE775NE): Installation of Auto-Vac-2 auxiliary vacuum system. Raymond Ives
- [STC SE2450CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2450CE): Add leaded and unleaded automotive gasoline, 91 minimum antiknock index, (RON+MON)/2. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SE7432SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7432SW): Installation of Performance Engineering roller rocker arms. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists IO-470 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-470 Series
- [STC SE1642SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1642SW): Modified cylinder assembly G-626820C or G-625859. Gary Aerospace Corp. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE1445SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1445SO): Use of Aero-blend oil additive in Teledyne (non turbocharged) aircraft engines. ProTec. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE69WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE69WE): BG-341 spark plug as eligible for installation on listed Continental engines. Lewis Leibee
- [STC SE12GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE12GL): Installation of oil filler cap. Ray Whyte Electric Products Co
- [STC SE16WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE16WE): Bendix S-600 low tension ignition system. Salinas Engine Works. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE387SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE387SW): Modification of ring grooves on Continental Motors pistons 539814(3 ring) and 627738 (4 ring). Van Der Horst Corp of America. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE73SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE73SO): Continental GIO-470 engine oil sump assembly 628943 and oil pump suction tube assembly 628660. Aircraft Modification Engineering Company. Lists IO-470 Series
- [STC SE82SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE82SO): Engine sump reworked to provide15 1/8-quart total oil capacity. Riley Aeronautics Corp. Lists IO-470 Series

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