# Continental LTSIO-360-E

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17289
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: LTSIO-360-E
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 200 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E9CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E9CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 1 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-ltsio-360-e

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 2023-09-09](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 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 2000-23-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-21): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 164 more. Effective Dec 12, 2000
- [AD 98-19-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-19-02): Piston Pins · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-C and 31 more. Effective Nov 9, 1998
- [AD 97-26-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-17): Crankshaft · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 90 more. Effective Jan 23, 1998
- [AD 95-08-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-08-10): Oil Outlet Check Valve · Continental Motors LTSIO-360-E, LTSIO-360-EB, LTSIO-360-KB and 9 more. Effective Jul 10, 1995
- [AD 93-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-10-02): Missing Cylinder Valve Retainer Key · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 180 more. Effective Aug 12, 1993
- [AD 92-04-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-04-09): Rocker Shaft Hold Down Stud · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-B and 41 more. Effective Jun 22, 1993
- [AD 91-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-19-03): Oil Filter · Continental Motors 6-285-A, 6-285-B, 6-285-BA and 169 more. Effective Sep 29, 1991
- [AD 81-13-10 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-13-10-R1): Oil Pressure · Continental Motors IO-360-A, IO-360-AB, IO-360-C and 28 more. Effective Nov 20, 1981

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

## 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-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-04): Fuel Control/Reciprocating Engines. Issued Jan 10, 2009

## Registered aircraft (1)

- [N428RJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N428RJ): [Seneca Ez LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SENECA%20EZ%20LLC), [Weston, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Weston), built 1975, S/N 347570250

## NTSB investigations

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## Service difficulty reports (15)

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

- [SDR CA140225023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140225023), Feb 14, 2014: COUPLING. DEBONDED. (CAN) RT ALTERNATOR STOPPED PROVIDING ADEQUATE SUPPORT TO L/H ALTERNATOR DURING FLIGHT. ELECTRICAL LOAD WAS DECREASED AND TRAINING FLIGHT CONTINUED TO COMPLETIO
- [SDR CA100916007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA100916007), Sep 10, 2010: DOUBLER. CORRODED. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CLIMB ONTO THE CABIN ACCESS STEP, IT TORE OUT OF THE FUSELAGE. EXAMINATION REVEALED THAT THE STEEL SUPPORT DOUBLER INSIDE THE FUSELAGE LOWER
- [SDR AUS20030510](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030510), May 15, 2003: DRIVE SHAFT. FAILED. (AUS) ENGINE OIL PUMP DRIVESHAFT FAILED.
- [SDR 2002FA0000845](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000845), Jun 28, 2002: HOUSING. CRACKED. TURBINE HOUSING TYPE C STAGE 1 CRACK BEYOND LIMITS DESCRIBED IN AD.
- [SDR AUS20011213](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20011213), Nov 3, 2001: LINE. CRACKED. (AUS) RH ENGINE FUEL PUMP SENSE LINE CRACKED APPROXIMATELY 10MM (0.393IN) FROM THE FLARED END.
- [SDR 2001FA0000357](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000357), Aug 30, 2001: VALVE. MISINSTALLED. THE OIL SUMP DRAIN PANEL (ON THE LOWER COWL) WAS INSTALLED BACKWARDS. THIS ALLOWED THE OIL DRAIN VALVE TO CONTACT THE PANEL AND DEPRESS THE VALVE. CONTACT ONLY 
- [SDR CA991208089](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA991208089), Nov 10, 1999: WIRE. BROKEN. (CAN) LEFT LANDING GEAR DOWN AND LOCKED LIGHT MICROSWITCH WIRE BUNDLE BROKE AT TOP OF GEAR LEG CAUSING UNSAFE INDICATION OF LEFT GEAR. AIRCRAFT LANDED WITH BOTH
- [SDR 98ZZZX4446](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4446), Oct 26, 1998: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING INSPECTION FOR AN OIL LEAK, FOUND THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED BEHIND THE ROCKER COVER AREA AND EXTENDING BEHIND THE INTAKE VALVE SPRING. ONE DAY BEF
- [SDR AU981358](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU981358), Oct 19, 1998: CRANKSHAFT. MISINSTALLED. (AUS) RIGHT ROTATION CRANKSHAFT INSTALLED IN LT ROTATION ENGINE. NO TIMING MARKS ON CRANKSHAFT FLANGE. UNAPPROVED PART.
- [SDR AU980879](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980879), May 28, 1998: EXHAUST VALVE. DAMAGED. (AUS) NR 6 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE FAILED. VALVE CONTACTED PISTON RESULTING IN SMALL METAL FRAGMENTS PASSING INTO THE TURBOCHARGER CAUSING IT TO SEIZE.
- [SDR 98ZZZX1060](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1060), Feb 5, 1998: BREATHER. FROZEN. PILOT REPORTED LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING SOUNDED LEFT ENGINE, AND GAUGE INDICATED ZERO OIL PRESSURE AT APPROXIMATELY 'GEAR-UP' TIME OF TAKEOFF. LANDING WITHOUT I
- [SDR AU960853](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU960853), May 19, 1996: SPARK PLUG. WRONG PART. (AUS) ENGINE HAD INCORRECT SPARK PLUGS FITTED - PERSONNEL/MAINTENANCE ERROR - UNAPPROVED PART
- [SDR 96ZZZX4725](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4725), Feb 18, 1995: VALVE. BURNED. PILOT REPORTED ENGINE STARTED MISSING AT 15,000 FEET FOLLOWED BY SURGING THAT MADE IT NECESSARY TO SECURE ENGINE. TROUBLESHOOTING FOUND NR 5, AND NR 6 CYLINDERS
- [SDR 96ZZZX4737](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4737), Feb 3, 1995: CRANKCASE. CRACKED. WHILE TROUBLESHOOTING OIL LEAK, FOUND 3 INCH CRACK RUNNING FROM TOP CENTER BOLT ON CRANKCASE DOWN TO BASE OF NR 3 CYLINDER.
- [SDR 96ZZZX4738](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4738), Feb 2, 1995: CYLINDER. CRACKED. AFTER LANDING, PILOT NOTICED NOISE FROM ENGINE, THOUGHT HE HAD EXHAUST LEAK. UPON INSPECTION, FOUND NR 3 CYLINDER HAD CRACKED AT TOP OF BARREL AND BURNED HOLE I

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

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

- [STC SE5583SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5583SW): Installation of fuel flow transducers (true-flow totalizer). Alcor LLC. Lists LTSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc
- [STC SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE4177NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4177NM): Installation of a pressurized magneto system for Bendix Models S6RN-25 and S6LN-25, or Slick Models 6214 (6210 for LTSIO) or Model 6224 (6220 for LTSIO). Turboplus Aircraft Systems, Inc
- [STC SE4303NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4303NM): Installation of a magneto pressurization kit assembly and associated system for Bendix Models S6RN-25 and S6LN-25, or SLICK Models 6214 (6210 for LTSIO) or Model 6224 (6220 for LTSIO). Turboplus Aircraft Systems, Inc
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE624GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE624GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE09513SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09513SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 Multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil Formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA. Lists LTSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE09401SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09401SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications, Inc
- [STC SE00427NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00427NY): Installation, operation and inspection of CAM oil coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing
- [STC SE4731NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4731NM): Replace fixed wastegate with a turbocharger differential pressure control system. Merlyn Products Inc
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists LTSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE5879SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5879SW): Use of Phillips X/C II 20W-50 and25W-60 oil (OSS 55875) in all Avco reciprocating aircraft engines from 65 to 450 BHP. Phillips Petroleum Co. Lists LTSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE244NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE244NE): Installation of Mattituck plasma flame sprayed cylinder barrels in Teledyne reciprocating engines. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists LTSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE80NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE80NE): Installation and usage of Bel-Ray synthetic aviation oil, Bel-Ray Aero 1, (nonsupercharged), horizontally opposed direct drive, aircraft engines of 350 hp. or less. Bel-Ray Company, Inc. Lists LTSIO-360 Series
- [STC SE1350SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1350SO): Installation of a magneto pressurization system. Epps Air Service, Inc
- [STC SE235GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE235GL): Installation of a steel pin in Continental fuel pump P/N 634263(TSIO-360-A, -B), 639508 (TSIO-360-C, -D, -E, -F), and 639508(LTSIO-360-E). Approved Aircraft Accessories, Inc

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