# Continental IO-550-B

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17208
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: IO-550-B
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 300 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E3SO](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E3SO) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 373 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-550-b

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 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 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 2016-16-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-16-12): Cylinder assemblies · Continental Motors LTSIO-520-AE, TSIO-520-A, TSIO-520-AE and 89 more. Effective Sep 15, 2016
- [AD 2014-05-29](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-05-29): SAP replacement parts manufacturer approval (PMA) investment cast cylinder assemblies · Continental Motors TSIO-520-A, TSIO-520-AE, TSIO-520-AF and 55 more. Effective Apr 25, 2014
- [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 2004-08-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-08-10): Serial-numbered (SN) cylinders · Modify Teledyne Continental TSIO-520-NB engine (RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership STC SE09104SC or 4 others). Effective May 5, 2004
- [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 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 93-16-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-16-15): Fuel Pump Drive Shaft · Continental Motors IO-520-B, IO-520-BA, IO-520-BB and 27 more. Effective Dec 14, 1993
- [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 88-17-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-17-03): Starter Adapter Shaftgear Assembly · Continental Motors IO-520-BA, IO-520-BB, IO-550-B and 4 more. Effective Aug 10, 1988
- [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 86-13-04 R3](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-13-04-R3): Cylinder Assemblies · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 44 more. Effective Feb 24, 1988
- [AD 87-14-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-14-02): Starter Adapter Shaftgear · Continental Motors IO-520-BA, IO-520-BB, IO-550-B and 4 more. Effective Oct 5, 1987
- [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 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 2009-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-16-03) (historical): Cylinder assemblies · Continental Motors IO-520-A, IO-520-B, IO-520-BA and 55 more. Effective Sep 9, 2009
- [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 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

## Information bulletins (advisory) (10)

- [SAIB NE-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-20-05): POWERPLANT - Engine Camshaft Gear Tooth Fracture. Issued Apr 6, 2020
- [SAIB NE-18-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-18-16): POWERPLANT  Alternator Drive Coupling. Issued Jun 20, 2018
- [SAIB NE-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-17-11): POWERPLANT  Engine damage as a result of kickback. Issued May 10, 2017
- [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-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-10-07): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder: Identification Information for Superior Air Parts, PMA Cylinder Heads for Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) IO-520, TSIO-520,and IO-550 Series Engines.. Issued Nov 2, 2009
- [SAIB NE-09-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section. Issued Jan 30, 2009
- [SAIB NE-07-09R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-07-09R1): Periodic Inspections of ECi Cylinder Assemblies for Cracks in the Aluminum Head. Issued Mar 21, 2007

## Registered aircraft (373, first 50)

- [N101PT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N101PT): [N28179 Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N28179%20INC), [West Gilgo Beach, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/West%20Gilgo%20Beach), built 2018, S/N E-4113
- [N112BB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N112BB): [Nethery Cattle Co LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NETHERY%20CATTLE%20CO%20LLC), [Fort Worth, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fort%20Worth), built 2018, S/N E-4112
- [N112E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N112E): [Reed Gaylon R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REED%20GAYLON%20R), [Breckenridge, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Breckenridge), built 2012, S/N E-3980
- [N112KD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N112KD): [Cloud Surfing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLOUD%20SURFING%20LLC), [Mesa, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Mesa), built 2016, S/N E-4076
- [N11KG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11KG): [Erickson Marine Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ERICKSON%20MARINE%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Sarasota, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Sarasota), built 2012, S/N E-3981
- [N11RT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11RT): [Braly And Braly Pc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRALY%20AND%20BRALY%20PC), [Ada, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Ada), built 1967, S/N D-8420
- [N122TF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N122TF): [Wampler Kenneth E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WAMPLER%20KENNETH%20E), [Pottstown, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Pottstown), built 1957, S/N 21022
- [N123AV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N123AV): [Gc 43 LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GC%2043%20LLC), [Annandale, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Annandale), S/N E-319
- [N127BZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N127BZ): [Fox Systems Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOX%20SYSTEMS%20INC), [Calhoun, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Calhoun), built 2019, S/N E-4127
- [N1284P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1284P): [Twostars Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TWOSTARS%20AVIATION%20LLC), [New York, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/New%20York), built 2013, S/N E-3988
- [N129BE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N129BE): [Textron Aviation Employees Flying Club Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TEXTRON%20AVIATION%20EMPLOYEES%20FLYING%20CLUB%20INC), [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita), built 2019, S/N E-4129
- [N129BM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N129BM): [Main Gary Michael](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAIN%20GARY%20MICHAEL), [Haverford, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Haverford), built 2004, S/N E-3588
- [N12HJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12HJ): [Woods Timothy J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOODS%20TIMOTHY%20J), [Demarest, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Demarest), built 2013, S/N E-3990
- [N12PV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12PV): [Shoreline Assets LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHORELINE%20ASSETS%20LLC), [Ashland, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Ashland), built 2007, S/N E-3799
- [N1316R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1316R): [Airgo Partners LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRGO%20PARTNERS%20LLC), [Lititz, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Lititz), built 1968, S/N E-125
- [N134BB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N134BB): [Ocean Air Jet LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OCEAN%20AIR%20JET%20LLC), [Cooper City, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Cooper%20City), built 2020, S/N E-4134
- [N134TD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N134TD): [Donovan Gary L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DONOVAN%20GARY%20L), [Lake City, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Lake%20City), built 1955, S/N BG-79
- [N136HB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136HB): [Soaring With Steve LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOARING%20WITH%20STEVE%20LLC), [Papillion, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Papillion), built 2013, S/N E-3987
- [N136HP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136HP): [High Performance Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HIGH%20PERFORMANCE%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [El Cajon, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/El%20Cajon), built 2001, S/N E-3383
- [N136JL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136JL): [Redline Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REDLINE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Madison, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Madison), built 2009, S/N E-3891
- [N136RK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136RK): [Aero-Springs LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AERO-SPRINGS%20LLC), [Ocean Springs, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Ocean%20Springs), built 2015, S/N E-4069
- [N136RR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136RR): [Glye David W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GLYE%20DAVID%20W), [Prospect, KY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KY/Prospect), built 2007, S/N E-3760
- [N136SH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136SH): [Llano Capital LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LLANO%20CAPITAL%20LLC), [Fredericksburg, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fredericksburg), built 1994, S/N E-2894
- [N136SK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136SK): [Kottman Steven A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KOTTMAN%20STEVEN%20A), [Anaheim, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Anaheim), built 2014, S/N E-4033
- [N137BF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N137BF): [Jetstream Ventures LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JETSTREAM%20VENTURES%20LLC), [Polson, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Polson), built 2013, S/N E-3999
- [N13JE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N13JE): [Broach Kenneth](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROACH%20KENNETH), [Bryan, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Bryan), built 2013, S/N E-4003
- [N140BB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N140BB): [Mothership Enterprises LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOTHERSHIP%20ENTERPRISES%20LLC), [Homestead, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Homestead), built 2020, S/N E-4140
- [N141TW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N141TW): [Hunt Bradley](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUNT%20BRADLEY), [Wichita Falls, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Wichita%20Falls), built 1974, S/N D-9634
- [N1436A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1436A): [Whitney Richard T Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITNEY%20RICHARD%20T%20TRUSTEE), [Steamboat Springs, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Steamboat%20Springs), built 2008, S/N E-3856
- [N145TS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N145TS): [Bonanza A36 LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BONANZA%20A36%20LLC), [Wildwood, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Wildwood), built 1999, S/N E-3235
- [N151NP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N151NP): [Contrails II Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CONTRAILS%20II%20INC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2017, S/N E-4106
- [N152BZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N152BZ): [Textron Aviation Employees Flying Club Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TEXTRON%20AVIATION%20EMPLOYEES%20FLYING%20CLUB%20INC), [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita), built 2023, S/N E-4152
- [N1588](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1588): [Indianhead Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INDIANHEAD%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Polk City, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Polk%20City), built 1978, S/N E-1290
- [N15AE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15AE): [Wampler Jeffrey A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WAMPLER%20JEFFREY%20A), [Valparaiso, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Valparaiso), built 2006, S/N E3740
- [N15HC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15HC): [Mvp60 Fly High LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MVP60%20FLY%20HIGH%20LLC), [Boca Raton, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Boca%20Raton), built 2014, S/N E-4032
- [N15HS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15HS): [F S Enterprises LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/F%20S%20ENTERPRISES%20LLC), [Oakland Park, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Oakland%20Park), built 2020, S/N E-4143
- [N15RH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15RH): [Ransdell Thomas R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RANSDELL%20THOMAS%20R), [Boerne, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Boerne), built 2010, S/N E-3942
- [N170RC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N170RC): [Cbp Air Logistics LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CBP%20AIR%20LOGISTICS%20LLC), [Statham, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Statham), built 2008, S/N E-3829
- [N179AK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N179AK): [Crp Research LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CRP%20RESEARCH%20LLC), [Fenton, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Fenton), built 2017, S/N E-4101
- [N17JK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N17JK): [Cobb Henry Hammond IV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COBB%20HENRY%20HAMMOND%20IV), [Montgomery, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Montgomery), built 2008, S/N E-3886
- [N17LV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N17LV): [Mountain Cascade Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOUNTAIN%20CASCADE%20INC), [Livermore, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Livermore), built 2015, S/N E-4062
- [N17WZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N17WZ): [Juanje Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JUANJE%20AIR%20LLC), [Newtown Square, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Newtown%20Square), built 2013, S/N E-3983
- [N1875L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1875L): [Rib-Cjr Aero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RIB-CJR%20AERO%20LLC), [Los Altos Hills, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Los%20Altos%20Hills), built 1976, S/N E-852
- [N187J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N187J): [Szm LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SZM%20LLC), [Laconia, NH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NH/Laconia), built 2010, S/N E-3925
- [N189LE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N189LE): [Swt Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SWT%20AVIATION%20INC), [Newport Beach, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Newport%20Beach), built 2011, S/N E-3957
- [N18EJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N18EJ): [Pelizzon David R Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PELIZZON%20DAVID%20R%20TRUSTEE), [Naples, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Naples), built 2007, S/N E-3803
- [N195FL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N195FL): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), built 1991, S/N E-2619
- [N1983W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1983W): [Tailwinds LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TAILWINDS%20LLC), [Houston, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Houston), built 1988, S/N E-2423
- [N1988W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1988W): [Aerobat Ventures LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AEROBAT%20VENTURES%20LLC), [Phoenix, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Phoenix), built 2018, S/N E-4118
- [N19AT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N19AT): [Eastside Transporation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EASTSIDE%20TRANSPORATION%20LLC), [Chowchilla, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Chowchilla), built 2009, S/N E-3900

All 373: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-550-b/aircraft.md

## NTSB investigations (25)

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 WPR26LA367](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA367), Aug 30, 2026: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N646MM), Murrieta, CA, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA26LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA229), Jun 4, 2026: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N726EA), Danbury, CT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to abort the takeoff with insufficient runway remaining, which resulted in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA26LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA109), Feb 9, 2026: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N229TT), Gainesville, GA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB WPR26LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA060), Dec 15, 2025: Beechcraft G36 (N360FV), Tracy, CA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB CEN24FA353](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24FA353), Sep 12, 2024: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N643RS), Lafayette, LA, destroyed, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA24FA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24FA072), Dec 21, 2023: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N23VS), Buford, GA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined due to significant thermal damage from postimpact fire.
- [NTSB ERA22LA346](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA346), Jul 30, 2022: Textron G36 (N887MJ), Ridgeland, SC, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
- [NTSB CEN22LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA030), Nov 7, 2021: Raytheon G36 (N754HC), Frankenmuth, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing on a wet grass strip.
- [NTSB CEN21FA305](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21FA305), Jul 4, 2021: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N36JJ), Aspen, CO, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to navigate through mountainous terrain, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
- [NTSB GAA19CA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA199), Apr 4, 2019: Beech 36 (N925SF), Monument Valley, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and runway heading during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and the nose landing gear collapsing.
- [NTSB GAA19CA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA102), Dec 19, 2018: Beech 36 (N636M), Sedona, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed during landing, which resulted in the airplane landing too fast and too far down the runway to safely stop it.
- [NTSB ERA17LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA17LA092), Jan 21, 2017: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N979BA), West Caldwell, NJ, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB ERA17CA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA17CA068), Dec 12, 2016: Beech A36 (N776WM), New Smyrna Beach, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inappropriate response to an emergency exit window opening in flight, which resulted in a loss of control, precautionary off-airport landing, and subsequent impact with trees.…
- [NTSB ERA15LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA166), Mar 23, 2015: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N936B), Inverness, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA13CA415](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13CA415), Sep 8, 2013: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N771WG), Edgartown, MA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to achieve a proper takeoff profile prior to raising the landing gear resulting in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA13LA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13LA297), Jun 21, 2013: Beech G-36 (N7513), Pompano Beach, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s premature rotation during takeoff with a tailwind and his delayed retraction of the landing gear, which reduced the airplane’s climb performance and subsequently led to the collision with…
- [NTSB CEN13LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA245), Apr 26, 2013: Raytheon G36 (N222GL), Hoxie, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have…
- [NTSB CEN12CA612](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA612), Sep 6, 2012: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N563AP), Decatur, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's delay in executing the aborted landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB WPR11FA349](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA349), Jul 23, 2011: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N536BB), Hailey, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadvertent activation of the auxiliary fuel pump, which resulted in a loss of engine power during takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN11CA353](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA353), May 12, 2011: Hawker Beechcraft G36 (N224RG), Guymon, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's loss of directional control while landing in gusty, crosswind conditions.
- [NTSB ERA09WA408](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09WA408), Jul 11, 2009: Beech A36 (N354RA), Masizo del Roraima, Venezuela, Venezuela, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB CEN09CA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA186), Mar 4, 2009: Beech A36 (N5470V), Athens, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The non-certificated pilot's failure to maintain control during his unauthorized use of the airplane.
- [NTSB MIA08CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA120), Jun 15, 2008: Beech S35 (N83LP), Creola, AL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate fuel calculations resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB LAX06CA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX06CA061), Dec 19, 2005: Beech A36 (N3199H), Fallon, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff. A factor in the accident was the snow covered runway.
- [NTSB LAX81DVA43](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX81DVA43), May 28, 1981: Beech A36 (N636M), Bakersfield, CA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (39)

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.

- [Accident 20260604008209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260604008209A), Jun 4, 2026: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N726EA), Danbury, CT, Substantial damage. On June 4, 2026 at approx 0953 EDT, Beechcraft G36 [privacy data omitted] suffered a runway excursion due to an aborted take off, sustaining substantial…
- [Accident 20240912021589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240912021589A), Sep 12, 2024: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N643RS), Lafayette, LA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Aircraft depart klft runway 4R. Cilmbed to 250FT turned to heading 040 then banked left and began losing altitude. Aircraft banked right clearing trees and…
- [Incident 20240509004849I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240509004849I), May 9, 2024: Beechcraft Corp G36 (N714RZ), Sarasota, FL, Minor damage. Pilot stated he came into land faster than normal. Aircraft touched down hard, porpoised, and nose landing gear wheel broke off from fork. Aircraft skid to a…
- [Accident 20231221022569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20231221022569A), Dec 21, 2023: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N23VS), Buford, GA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On December 22, 2023, this aviation safety inspector was dispatched to conduct an aircraft accident investigtion-[privacy data omitted]. On December 21, 2023,…
- [Incident 20230306003729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230306003729I), Mar 6, 2023: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N367PC), Crown City, OH, Minor damage. Based on interview with the pilot on March 7, 2023, the flight had originated in the morning from huntington, WV (hts) to morgantown, WV (mgw) with…
- [Accident 20220730013709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220730013709A), Jul 30, 2022: Textron Aviation Inc G36 (N887MJ), Ridgeland, SC, Destroyed. Pilot reports while decending through 6000 feet for langing approach, the engine lost power and the engine would not respond to any throttle changes. The pilot…
- [Accident 20211107018999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20211107018999A), Nov 7, 2021: Raytheon Aircraft Company G36 (N754HC), Frankenmuth, MI, Substantial damage. On 11/07/2021 at approximately 1345 local time, N754HC a Beechcraft G-36 aircraft, [privacy data omitted] and operated by a private pilot, received substantial…
- [Incident 20210918015919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210918015919I), Sep 18, 2021: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N367PC), Morgantown, WV, Minor damage. Upon landing at mgw approx. 1030 EST. 9/18/2021. PIC was instructed to park aircraft west of the main ramp where 2 Cirrus aircraft were parked. In order to…
- [Incident 20210819019609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210819019609I), Aug 19, 2021: Beech A36 (N1983W), Houston, TX, Minor damage. Witness statement: I witnessed aircraft with a tail number N1983W bounce upon landing three times. On the first bounce the plane bounced up what appeared to be…
- [Accident 20210703012459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210703012459A), Jul 3, 2021: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N36JJ), Aspen, CO, Destroyed, 2 fatal. On July 3, 2021, N36JJ, a Beechcraft bonanza G-36, crashed in a mountain canyon approximately 8NM east of Aspen Colorado at about 638PM local time resulting in…
- [Incident 20191220023129I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20191220023129I), Dec 20, 2019: Textron Aviation Inc G36 (N352TB), Ocala, FL, Minor damage. 12/20/2019 - Pilot stated he filed an IFR flight plan and departed from sarasota/bradenton international airport (srq) on 12/20/2019. He departed at 1709 with…
- [Incident 20190925013719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190925013719I), Sep 25, 2019: Beech A36AT (N49SB), Clearwater, FL, Minor damage. Pilot noticed the left main landing gear light did not illuminate when the gear was placed in the down position. Pilot attempted to cycle the landing gear a…
- [Accident 20190404002479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190404002479A), Apr 4, 2019: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N925SF), Monument Valley, UT, Substantial damage. On 4/4/2109, pilot left (aeg) flying to (UT25). Pilot approached runway 16 and verified weather on G1000. Upon descent found a strong crosswind from the left.…
- [Accident 20181219022139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20181219022139A), Dec 19, 2018: Beech A36 (N636M), Sedona, AZ, Substantial damage. Flight originated at hawthorne municipal (hhr), pilot stopped at sez (Sedona) for gas. While departing from sez, the door opened on climb out. A decision was…
- [Incident 20170502006859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170502006859I), May 2, 2017: Textron G36 (N429LD), Dalhart, TX, Minor damage. On may 2, 2017 N429LD a Beechcraft G36 made an off-field landing five miles south of Dalhart Texas. The pilot was enroute to Dalhart for a fuel stop when the…
- [Accident 20170121015969A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170121015969A), Jan 21, 2017: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N979BA), West Caldwell, NJ, Destroyed. January 21, 2017 at 12:48 EST, N979BA departed from runway 22 at Essex County Airport. Airport video of departure shows what appears to be smoke from aircraft…
- [Accident 20161212019349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20161212019349A), Dec 12, 2016: Beech A36 (N776WM), New Smyrna, FL, Destroyed. ^Mr. Kraus^ flew from conneticut to Spruce Creek, FL a week prior to the accident. During that flight the aircraft cabin was reported as being cold due to an…
- [Accident 20150323003689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150323003689A), Mar 23, 2015: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N936B), Inverness, FL, Destroyed. On March 23, 2015, N936B during flight lost engine power then the aircraft made contact with a house at [privacy data omitted]. The aircraft stopped travel in…
- [Accident 20130908018419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130908018419A), Sep 8, 2013: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N771WG), Edgartown, MA, Substantial damage. The pilot attempted a takeoff on runway 24 from Katama airpark, Edgartown, Massachusetts at approximately 1425 local time (1825 gmt). The turf runway (6/24) is…
- [Accident 20130621011899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130621011899A), Jun 21, 2013: Beechcraft Corp G36 (N7513), Pompano Beach, FL, Destroyed. On June 21, 2013, [privacy data omitted], departed from Pompano Beach Air Park Airport runway 33. He was en-route to tampa Florida. After take-off, [privacy…
- [Accident 20130426010879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130426010879A), Apr 26, 2013: Raytheon Aircraft Company G36 (N222GL), Hoxie, KS, Substantial damage. Enroute from centennial airport, Colorado (apa) to new century aircenter airport, olathe, KS (ixd), at an altitude of 11,000 ft. engine began running rough,…
- [Incident 20130216001549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130216001549I), Feb 16, 2013: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N1436A), Teterboro, NJ, Minor damage. Aircraft landed rwy 6 and blew LH main tire and veered off runway into grass. Minor damage to aircraft. No injuries to occupants. No damage to airport…
- [Accident 20120906021549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120906021549A), Sep 6, 2012: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N563AP), Decatur, TX, Substantial damage. Aircraft canceled IFR and executed a visual approach to landing. After entering a left down wind the aircraft then turned to a close-in left base. Because the…
- [Accident 20110723016209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110723016209A), Jul 23, 2011: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N536BB), Hailey, ID, Substantial damage. On take off from the Hailey Airport the engine lost power at about 100 AGL. The pilot lowered the landing gear and touched back down on the runway with the…
- [Accident 20110512009209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110512009209A), May 12, 2011: Hawker Beechcraft Corp G36 (N224RG), Guymon, OK, Substantial damage. On may 12, 2010, 14:45 CDT N224RG was attempting to land at Guymon, OK (kguy) on runway 36. As the aircraft flared, a gust of wind pushed the aircraft off the…
- [Incident 20110410005619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110410005619I), Apr 10, 2011: Beech T-34A (N6HK), Bull Head City, AZ, Minor damage. Aircraft N6HK advised, while in traffic pattern, gear difficulties. Aircraft remained in area trying to resolve gear issues, when the gear was lowered the…
- [Incident 20100603037119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100603037119I), Jun 3, 2010: Hawker Beec G36 (N831CA), Mineral Wells, TX, No damage. On June 3, 2010 at 1921 local time, a Beech bonanza, N831CA owned and operated by [privacy data omitted]had a loss of ATC separation with N2023Z during cruise…
- [Incident 20090628011099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090628011099I), Jun 28, 2009: Raythn G36 (N926LC), Houston, TX, Minor damage. (-23) In a statement by the PIC and witnesses on the ground, during a local pattern flight, at the point of touchdown during landing the PIC heard a loud bang…
- [Incident 20090522008429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090522008429I), May 22, 2009: Raythn G36 (N427DE), Decatur, IL, Minor damage. (-23) The airman stated that he thinks the nose landing gear touched down first while he was landing on runway 36 at Decatur, IL. The aircraft began to…
- [Accident 20090304003339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090304003339A), Mar 4, 2009: Beech A36 (N5470V), Athens, TX, Destroyed. (-23) On March 4, 2009 at approximately 0830, N5470V a BE-36 s/n E-1712 took off from Athens airport (F44). Aircraft was reported stolen immediately after…
- [Accident 20080615856259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080615856259A), Jun 15, 2008: Beech G35 (N83LP), Creola, AL, Destroyed. (-23) While enroute on an IMC flight plan from point, TX (TE74) to bay minette, AL (1R8), N83LP experienced an engine failure at 5,000 feet. An attempt to…
- [Incident 20070904826739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070904826739I), Sep 4, 2007: Beech A36 (N998PL), Waukesha, WI, Minor damage. (-23) After take-off the left MLG (main landing gear) lower torque knee became detached from the MLG assembly. This condition caused the gear to over extend so…
- [Accident 20051219030439A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20051219030439A), Dec 19, 2005: Beech A36 (N3199H), Fallon, NV, Substantial damage. (-23) During the takeoff roll the pilot stated he was able to lift off and attempted to remain in ground effect. However, the aircraft settled down to the snow…
- [Incident 19950605022519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950605022519I), Jun 5, 1995: Beech A36 (N805NH), Shafter, CA, Minor damage. Student failed to extend gear for landing. CFI failed to note gear not down for landing.
- [Incident 19921014042169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921014042169I), Oct 14, 1992: Beech A36 (N825V), Ironton, MN, Minor damage. Engine failure in flight. Ditched aircraft into a lake. Found connecting rod on NR4 cylinder let go of crankshaft.
- [Incident 19891107053779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891107053779I), Nov 7, 1989: Beech F33A (N9032V), Buffalo, NY. Had moderate ice and loss of airspeed indication on climb. Returned. No malfunction found.
- [Incident 19830902063169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830902063169I), Sep 2, 1983: Beech 95B55 (N1588), Mountain Home, AR, Minor damage. Right main gear jammed on retraction on gear maintenance test flight. Improper strut air pressure due leaking valve
- [Incident 19820830048739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820830048739I), Aug 30, 1982: Beech 36BEECH (N1875L), Hayward, CA, Minor damage. Pilot landed with gear up.
- [Accident 19810528031229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810528031229A), May 28, 1981: Beech A36 (N636M), Bakersfield, CA, Substantial damage. Pilot forgot to use emergency gear lowering system to lower landing gear. Landed gear up.

## Service difficulty reports (133, newest 50)

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

- [SDR 2026FA0000624](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000624), Aug 6, 2026: BOLT. CORRODED. PER BEECH SI 0572-031 AND BEECH SERVICE MANUAL, 35590096B, REISSUED: NOVEMBER 15, 1960; 35-590096B21, REVISED: AUGUST 29, 2003, PAGE 4-4M, THE WING BOLTS ARE TO
- [SDR 2025FA0000428](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000428), Jun 26, 2025: SPARK PLUG. BROKEN. NR 4 EGT WAS NOTED TO BE HIGHER THAN BASELINE AND THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING ROUGH. MECHANIC REMOVED THE #4 PLUGS AND FOUND THE CENTER ELECTRODE ON THE BOTTOM PLUG 
- [SDR 2025FA0000065](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000065), Jan 13, 2025: ENGINE. DESTROYED. DURING CRUISE FLIGHT AT 7500 FT. THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOUD BANG AND VIBRATION. THE COCKPIT FILLED WITH SMOKE AND THE WINDSCREEN COVERED IN OIL. UPON A VISUAL INSP
- [SDR 2024FA0000957](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000957), Oct 29, 2024: ALTERNATOR. FAULTED. ALTERNATOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY GO OFF-LINE. ULTIMATELY HIGH FIELD RESISTANCE WAS DETERMINED TO BE A FACTOR....VOLTAGE REGULATOR AND ALTERNATOR WERE REPLACED. C
- [SDR 2024FA0000775](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000775), Oct 16, 2024: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. PILOT REPORTED THAT THEY TOOK OFF AT KESN AND SHORTLY HAD A SIGNIFICATE LOSE OF POWER AND FELT ROUGH. TURNED AROUND AND LANDED BACK AT KESN. AFTER REMOVING COWL
- [SDR 2024FA0000492](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000492), Jul 4, 2024: ENGINE. VIBRATION. AFTER TAKEOFF FROM KBIL, PILOT NOTICED VIBRATION FROM ENGINE. PILOT RETURNED TO KBIL WITHOUT INCIDENT.
- [SDR 2022FA0000467](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000467), Aug 18, 2022: NONE. NONE. FOR AIRCRAFT N745SL MODEL G36 SN: E-3804 HOBBS: 789.7 IN MARCH 2022 THE STARTER ADAPTER WAS SENT OUT FOR OVERHAUL TO AN APPROVED VENDOR, WESTERN SKYWAYS, INC CR
- [SDR 2022FA0000210](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000210), Apr 13, 2022: CYLINDER. SEPARATION. #5 CYLINDER HEAD SEPARATED FROM THE CYLINDER BETWEEN THE 5TH AND 10TH COOLING FINS ON CLIMB OUT. THERE WAS EVIDENCE OF EXHAUST BLOWBY ON APPROXIMATELY 1/3 OF TH
- [SDR 2022FA0000065](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000065), Jan 31, 2022: CRANKCASE. NONE. CUSTOMER REPORTED A CRACK THAT WAS FOUND BETWEEN THE #1 AND #3 CYLINDER DECK AT THE 7TH STUD LOCATION. THE ENGINE WAS OVERHAULED PREVIOUSLY WITH ONLY 24.21 HOUR
- [SDR 2021FA0000120](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000120), Apr 30, 2021: EXHAUST MIXER. DETACHED. EXHAUST ASSEMBLY MANIFOLD FAILURE AT FULL POWER. PIPE BROKE OFF MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY INLET TO TURBO HEAT MELTED PLENUM DUCTING RESULTING IN SMOKE IN COCKPIT. PILOT
- [SDR 2020FA0000299](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000299), Apr 1, 2020: BOLT. OVERTORQUED. UNCOMMANDED PROPELLER OVER SPEED, AND LOSS OF RPM CONTROL ON A NEWLY MANUFACTURED PISTON ENGINE POSSIBLY CAUSED BY ACCESSORY GEAR RETENTION BOLTS OVERTORQUED AT
- [SDR CT3R435L68495](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CT3R435L68495), Apr 1, 2020: SCREW. OVERTORQUED. ENGINE OVERSPEED IN FLIGHT, LOSS OF PROP CONTROL, LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTED ON SITE BY LOYD'S AIRCRAFT AND FOUND LOOSE PROP BOLTS, AND METAL CONTAMINAT
- [SDR 2019FA0000314](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000314), Sep 23, 2019: CRANKSHAFT. FRACTURED. CRANKSHAFT FRACTURE RESULTING IN INFLIGHT ENGINE FAILURE. FOUND DURING ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION.
- [SDR YN82020F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/YN82020F00000), Jun 3, 2019: EXHAUST STACK. CRACKED. DURING OIL CHANGE, WITH THE RIGHT HAND LOWER COWL PANEL REMOVED, NOTICED THE AERODUCT HAVING EXHAUST RESIDUE ON IT. INSPECTED THE EXHAUST STACK AND FOUND THE LO
- [SDR 2019FA0000098](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000098), Mar 26, 2019: DOOR. OPEN. THE DOOR INADVERTENTLY OPENED ON TAKEOFF RIGHT AT ROTATION. THE OPEN DOOR CAUSED THE ANGLE OF ATTACK INDICATOR TO INDICATE AN IMMINENT STALL ON TAKEOFF DESPITE 
- [SDR 2019FA0000238](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000238), Mar 5, 2019: CRANKCASE. CRACKED. DEPARTED (MEZ) TO (JBR) ON A VFR FLIGHT, EXPERIENCED ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE, LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE, AND SUBSEQUENT ENGINE FAILURE APPROXIMATELY 40 MINUTES INTO THE
- [SDR 2018FA0000145](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000145), Apr 17, 2018: SPRING. BROKEN. WHILE PERFORMING AN OIL CHANGE, OBSERVED BROKEN THROTTLE SPRING. THE SPRING GOES ON THE THROTTLE BODY SENDING ENGINE TO FULL THROTTLE IN THE EVENT THE THROTTLE 
- [SDR 2016FA0000474](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000474), Oct 6, 2016: BRACKET. BENT. DURING A MAINTENANCE, THE UP LIMIT SWITCH WAS PUSHED DOWN WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO BEND THE LIMIT SWITCH MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLY. IN DOING SO, THE POSITION OF THE
- [SDR 2016FA0000197](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000197), Apr 26, 2016: CHECK VALVE. CLOGGED. ACFT MADE AN OFF AIRPORT LANDING DUE TO THE ENGINE LOSING OIL PRESSURE AND THEN QUITTING. A CONNECTING ROD WAS FOUND PROTRUDING THROUGH THE CASE UPON LANDING. T
- [SDR 14XR20160412001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/14XR20160412001), Mar 22, 2016: PUMP. INTERMITTENT. AFTER 1 HOUR WE WERE INSTRUCTED BY THE MAINTENANCE SHEET TO REDUCE POWER TO 65 PERCENT THEN ALTERNATE BACK TO 75 PERCENT. WE DECIDED WE WOULD DO THIS EVERY 15 M
- [SDR 2015FA0000312](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000312), Jul 6, 2015: GLAND NUT. WRONG PART. REMOVED NR 4 CYLINDER FOR REPAIR DUE TO LOW COMPRESSION, EXHAUST VALVE, FOUND CRACKED BUSHING IN CONNECTING ROD FOR WRIST PIN. REMOVED FOR REPAIR AND FOUND INCO
- [SDR 2015FA0000354](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000354), Jul 3, 2015: MANIFOLD. CRACKED. THE ACFT WAS INVOLVED IN AN INFLIGHT EMERGENCY AND WAS VECTORED TO LAND WITH NO FURTHER INCIDENT. SHORTLY AFTER THE PILOT DECLARED THE EMERGENCY FOR AN ELECTRIC
- [SDR 2015FA0000257](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000257), Jun 3, 2015: BEVEL GEAR. SEPARATED. REMOVED AND REINSTALLED NEWLY O/H PROPELLER GOVENOR BECAUSE OF SLUGGISH ACTION. TECH SUPPORT RECOMMENDED FLIGHT CHECK. DURING TAKEOFF CLIMB PORTION OF CHECK FLI
- [SDR NF2R201812200001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NF2R201812200001), Feb 25, 2015: LIFTER. GALLED. INSPECTION FOUND #1 CYLINDER EXHAUST LIFTER IN EARLY STAGES OF SPALLING AS REFERENCED IN TCM SID05-1.
- [SDR 2015FA0000052](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000052), Feb 2, 2015: NUT. SPLIT. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION FOUND NUT MISSING FROM NR 6 CYLINDER THROUGH STUD, UPPER FORWARD STUD. FOUND NUT IN BOTTOM OF COWLING. NUT WAS SPLIT. REMOVED ENGINE FO
- [SDR 2015FA0000053](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000053), Feb 2, 2015: NUT. SPLIT. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND NUT MISSING FROM NR 6 CYLINDER THROUGH STUD, UPPER FORWARD STUD. FOUND NUT IN BOTTOM OF COWLING. NUT WAS SPLIT. REMOVED ENGINE F
- [SDR KC2R0130201549748](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/KC2R0130201549748), Jan 30, 2015: IMPULSE COUPLING. CRACKED. IMPULSE COUPLING FOUND TO BE CRACKED AT ADVANCE STOP NOTCHES OF BASE PLATE. DEFECT WAS DISCOVERED USING MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION OF PART DURING PERFORMANCE 
- [SDR KC2R0821201449286](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/KC2R0821201449286), Aug 21, 2014: IMPULSE COUPLING. CRACKED. DURING A 500 HOUR INSPECTION OF MAGNETOS, IMPULSE COUPLING ON EACH MAG WAS FOUND TO HAVE CRACKS IN THE HUB BASE PLATE, LOCATED AT THE FULL ADVANCE STOP NOTCH. C
- [SDR BWVR20140708001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BWVR20140708001), Jul 6, 2014: SPLINE. WORN. PILOT DECLARED AN IN-FLIGHT EMERGENCY, THROTTLE STUCK OPEN, ON FINAL APPROACH PILOT SHUTDOWN THE ENGINE AND LANDED SAFELY. PILOT REPORTED NO THROTTLE CONTROL BU
- [SDR J4YR201406149901](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/J4YR201406149901), Jun 16, 2014: CYLINDER. CRACKED. DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, DISCOVERED THE NR 2 AND NR 6 CYLINDERS WERE CRACKED AND LEAKING ON THE EXHAUST SIDE AT AROUND THE 17TH FIN FROM THE BOTTOM.
- [SDR KC2R2014FA0000393](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/KC2R2014FA0000393), Jun 11, 2014: IMPULSE COUPLING. CRACKED. IMPULSE COUPLING HUB BASE PLATE FOUND TO BE CRACKED AT ADVANCE STOP NOTCH. CRACK DISCOVERED USING NDT, MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION OF IMPULSE COUPLING DURING "
- [SDR KC2R2014FA0000394](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/KC2R2014FA0000394), Jun 11, 2014: IMPULSE COUPLING. CRACKED. IMPULSE COUPLING HUB BASE PLATE FOUND TO BE CRACKED AT ADVANCE STOP NOTCH. CRACK DISCOVERED USING NDT, MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION OF IMPULSE COUPLING DURING "
- [SDR 2014FA0000197](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000197), Mar 19, 2014: TRANSDUCER. INTERMITTENT. PILOT REPORTED AN INTERMITTENT OIL PRESSURE GAUGE. MECHANIC TROUBLESHOT SYSTEM, & INSTALLED A NEW OIL PRESSURE TRANSDUCER. PERFORMED GROUND OPS CHECK. OPS CHECK
- [SDR WS9R2013FA0000568](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/WS9R2013FA0000568), Sep 11, 2013: ADAPTER. CRACKED. EXHAUST STAINING ON THE OUTSIDE OF COWLING. DISCOVERED EXHAUST HAS BEEN PRESSURIZED AT EVERY ANNUAL SINCE INSTALLATION. CRACK WAS NOT EVIDENT IN AT THE LAST ANN
- [SDR 2012FA0000827](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000827), Dec 20, 2012: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. NR 1 CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED FROM THE SPARK PLUG HOLE TO THE INTAKE VALVE SEAT AND LEAKING EXHAUST EXTERNALLY.
- [SDR 2012FA0000671](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000671), Sep 19, 2012: CYLINDER HEAD. SEPARATED. DURING CLIMB OUT, PILOT HEARD A BANG/POP SOUND FORWARD OF COCKPIT. LOST SOME POWER AND RPM. NOTICED DROP IN NR 1 CYLINDER TEMP ON ENGINE INDICATING SYS. RETURN 
- [SDR 2012FA0000510](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000510), Jul 25, 2012: BRUSHES. WORN. INSPECTED ALTERNATOR AND FOUND ONE BRUSH WAS WORN PAST LIMITS, THE OTHER EXHIBITED IMMINENT FAILURE.
- [SDR 2012FA0000497](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000497), Jul 10, 2012: IMPULSE COUPLING. CRACKED. DURING A ROUTINE 500 HR MAGNETO AND IMPULSE COUPLING INSPECTION, THE LT MAGNETO IMPULSE COUPLING PAWL WAS FOUND CRACKED FROM THE RIVET HOLE TO OUTER EDGE OF PAW
- [SDR X0NR20120619001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/X0NR20120619001), Jun 15, 2012: CONTACT. LOOSE. ENGINE RAN VERY ROUGH & RPM DROPPED OFF ON LT MAGNETO DURING MAG CHECK. REMOVED LT MAGNETO. FOUND CONTACT POINT ON MOVEABLE ARM LOOSE & MOVING AROUND DURING POI
- [SDR 2012FA0000265](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000265), Mar 13, 2012: SPRING. BROKEN. DURING FLIGHT, THE PILOT NOTICED THE AILERON CONTROL WAS PULLING TO THE RT. ACFT RETURNED TO BASE WITHOUT INCIDENT. UPON INSP OF AILERON CONTROL SYS THE UPPER A
- [SDR 2012FA0000205](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000205), Feb 20, 2012: KEY. SHEARED. WOODRUFF KEY ON THE ALTERNATOR SHAFT SHEARED LEAVING THE CLUTCH FREE SPOOLING, FREE SPOOLING ON THE ALTERNATOR SHAFT DAMAGING THE ALTERNATOR RING GEAR PN 632018
- [SDR 2011FA0000788](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000788), Dec 12, 2011: DIAPHRAGM. DETERIORATED. ENGINE LOST POWER IN FLIGHT, MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING AND COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. PROBLEM WAS AN EXTREMELY HARDENED DIAPHRAGM IN THE ENGINE'S FLOW DIVIDER. 
- [SDR 2011FA0000630](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000630), Sep 12, 2011: AUTOPILOT SYS. FAILED. AUTOPILOT FAILED TO DISENGAGE ON COUPLED APPROACH.
- [SDR 2SQR20110825001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2SQR20110825001), Aug 23, 2011: CYLINDER. PEELING. CYLINDER BARREL NICKEL PROCESS PEELED AWAY FROM BARREL AND WAS BROKEN INTO PIECES BY THE RINGS.
- [SDR 2011FA0000441](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000441), Jul 6, 2011: CYLINDER. CRACKED. ON INITIAL CLIMB OUT PILOT NOTICED A VIBRATION AND ELECTED TO RETURN FOR LANDING. THE NR2 CYLINDER WAS FOUND CRACKED FROM THE SPARK PLUG, PAST THE EXHAUST VALVE
- [SDR 2011F00118](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011F00118), Apr 26, 2011: CYLINDER. CRACKED. 04/26/2011, OWNER FLYING AIRCRAFT, RECEIVED WARNING INDICATION/OVER TEMP ON 3RD CYLINDER. MADE UNSCHEDULED LANDING. UPON INSP, FOUND HOLE IN TOP OF CYLINDER ADJ
- [SDR 2011FA0000412](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000412), Apr 20, 2011: LIFTER. SPALLED. LIFTERS SPALLED, CAUSING A METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE ENGINE.
- [SDR 2011FA0000413](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000413), Apr 20, 2011: LIFTER. SPALLED. LIFTERS SPALLED, CAUSING A METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE ENGINE.
- [SDR 2011FA0000044](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000044), Jan 20, 2011: OIL COOLER. CRACKED. AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, THE CUSTOMER COMPLAINED OF OIL ON TOP OF THE NOSE GEAR WELL AREA BEHIND & BELOW ENGINE. ENGINE COMPARTMENT CLEANED, GROUND RUN & ENGINE COM
- [SDR CA101123004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA101123004), Nov 22, 2010: SHAFT. BROKEN. SHAFT GEAR BROKE JUST AFTER THE END OF THE SCAVENGE GEAR DRIVE SPLINE UPON LANDING.

All 133: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-io-550-b/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (26)

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 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 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 SE09896AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09896AC): Installation of Taper Fin Cylinders. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE09637SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09637SC): Remove existing rocker arm assemblies and install modify rocker arm assemblies. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE8677SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8677SW): Installation of Garrett/Airesearch Model TE0659 turbocharger. Western Skyways, Inc
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists IO-550 Series
- [STC SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc
- [STC SE1688GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1688GL): Installation of a Shadin Company 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 SE01628NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01628NY): Modification of starter adapter by substitution or rework of accessory drive parts. Canadian Aero Manufacturing
- [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
- [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 SE00729WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00729WI): Modification of the air conditioner compressor support casting to accommodate the installation of B&C Specialty Products Standby alternator P/N BC410-1 on engines with air conditioning. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE5222NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5222NM): Modification to teledyne Continental engine for the installation of turbonormalizing system. Engine Technologies Inc
- [STC SE09289SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09289SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications, Inc
- [STC SE09319SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09319SC): Modify oil pan adding a new oil sump drain. Texas Skyways Inc. Lists IO-550 Series
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE00005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00005DE): Installation of engine oil filter adapter compatable with SA4094NM Oilamatic, Inc. engine preoiling system. Oilamatic Inc
- [STC SE8594SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8594SW): Installation of roller rocker arm P/N PE 92I intake and PE92E exhaust. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE7433SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7433SW): Installation of Performance Engineering roller rocker arms. Performance Engineering

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