Engine model · Reciprocating · 300 hp · registry code 17211

Manufacturer (registry)
CONT MOTOR
Model
IO-550-F
Registry code
17211
Type
Reciprocating
Power
300 hp
Data sheet
TCDSE3SO
Holder
Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.

Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file.

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Airworthiness directives that may apply · 18

ADs whose products match this engine model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.

1988In forceSuperseded2026
ADs by the year they took effect: 20 ADs
19881
19911
19932
19961
19991
20001
20041
20071
20092
20101
20121
20141
20161
20221
20234
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Information bulletins that may apply · 10

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Registered aircraft · 26

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NTSB investigations · 7

Aircraft matched to this engine model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

NTSB WPR23LA076Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 210N · Morgan, UTFailure of the brake system O-rings on the left landing gear trunnion, which allowed the hydraulic fluid to drain from the left brake system, resulting in a runway excursion and impact with a fence.Dec 26, 2022 · N210CU · Substantial damageNTSB WPR14FA044Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna U206F · Donnelly, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering in likely low-ceiling and low-visibility conditions in mountainous terrain.Nov 6, 2013 · N206KL · DestroyedNTSB DEN92LA044Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Erie, COA loss of directional control when the pilot failed to adequately compensate for crosswind conditions during landing roll. A factor was: a 27 knot crosswind gust.Mar 24, 1992 · N3328D · Substantial damageNTSB CHI91DER01Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 206 · South St. Paul, MNThe inadvertent deployment of the drag parachute. Related factors are the pilot's improper remedial action, habit interference, and the reduced aircraft controllability.Oct 4, 1990 · N35889 · Substantial damageNTSB CHI82DA069Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · New Richland, MNThe pilot was returning home after completion of an annual inspection of the aircraft. After returning, the aircraft was landed on a wet, icy sod runway. During the landing roll the aircraft came in contact with a snowbank and nosed over.Feb 19, 1982 · N3328D · Substantial damageNTSB OAK75DXQ40Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 206 · Chester, CAFeb 11, 1975 · N2665X · Substantial damageNTSB OAK69D0078Accident · No injuriesClosedAero Comdr 200D · Butte Meadows, CAJul 21, 1968 · N2914T · Substantial damage
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FAA incident reports · 7

Matched to this engine model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model.

Accident 20221226019859ACessna 210N · Morgan, UTPilot made landing at 42U, upon landing pilot found the left brake had no pressure. Pilot determined that there was not enough space to try to take off and attempt landing again. Pilot continued to maintain braking with right brake and maintained centerline.…Dec 26, 2022 · N210CU · Substantial damageAccident 20131106022139ACessna U206F · Needles, IDOn November 6, 2013, N206KL, a Cessna 206, piloted by Mr. Dan wilson with two passengers and their cargo, departed mccall airport (myl) at approximately 0900 local time and headed south. There was weather conditions in the area. Their destination was lower…Nov 6, 2013 · N206KL · Destroyed · 3 fatalAccident 19920324007869ACessna 180 · Erie, COLost control on landing roll. Left the runway. Overturned in a ditch. Crosswind exceeded crosswind component.Mar 24, 1992 · N3328D · Substantial damageAccident 19901004044089ACessna U206F · South St Paul, MNBallistic parachute opened on climb out. Used incorrect procedure to jettison. Came down vertically into trees.Oct 4, 1990 · N35889 · Substantial damageIncident 19860302010439ICessna T207A · Port Clarence, AKDrop in amp followed by oil pressure drop. Diverted. Belly covered with oil. Oil check valve stuck.Mar 2, 1986 · N75682Accident 19820219005139ACessna 180 · New Richland, MNLanded on wet, slippery runway. Lost control, skidded into a snowbank. Flipped over.Feb 19, 1982 · N3328D · Substantial damageAccident 19750211002029ACessna P206A · Chester, CAFlt conducted for oil consumption check. Rwy covered by 4-5 ft snow. Unauth flt.Feb 11, 1975 · N2665X · Substantial damage
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Service difficulty reports · 81

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STCs that may be installed · 21

Approved for this engine model: the STC’s model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. The registry doesn’t record which STCs an aircraft has.

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    WHERE engine_model_code IN ('17211')
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