# Continental O-470-J - Type: Engine model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 17372 - Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR - Model: O-470-J - Engine type: Reciprocating - Power: 225 hp - Data sheet: [TCDS E-273](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-273) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc. - Installed in: 6 registered aircraft - Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-o-470-j 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 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 2010-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-07-08): Turbochargers · Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 137 more. Effective Apr 19, 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 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 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 89-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-04-02): Carburetors · Continental Motors O-470-11, O-470-11-CI, O-470-11B and 175 more. Effective Mar 8, 1989 - [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 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 73-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-13-04): Carburetor Bowl Drain Plug · Continental Motors O-470-J, O-470-K, O-470-L and 1 more. Effective Jun 20, 1973 - [AD 63-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-15-01): Exhaust Valves · Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 41 more. Effective Dec 31, 1969 - [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 63-22-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-22-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors GO-300-A, GO-300-B, GO-300-C and 143 more. Effective Dec 2, 1963 - [AD 56-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/56-06-01): Piston Pin Assembly · Continental Motors E165-2, E165-3, E165-4 and 41 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 2023-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-04-08) (historical): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-H and 141 more. Effective Feb 23, 2023 - [AD 2022-04-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-04-04) (historical): Reciprocating Engine Oil System · F & M Enterprises' Model C6LC, C6LC-S or C6LC-L oil filter… (Stratus Tool Technologies STC SE09356SC or 2 others). Effective Mar 29, 2022 - [AD 2009-24-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-52) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 192 more - [AD 2009-24-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-24-51) (historical): Hydraulic lifters · Teledyne Continental Motors FSO-470-A, GIO-470-A, GTSIO-520-C and 156 more - [AD 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 - [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) (4) - [SAIB NE-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-16-13): Powerplant - Prohibited use of sealant. Issued Mar 8, 2016 - [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 (6) - [N1616C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1616C): [Cleared Direct LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLEARED%20DIRECT%20LLC), [Seville, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Seville), built 1953, S/N 30316 - [N17180](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N17180): [Newby Adam M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NEWBY%20ADAM%20M), [Anchor Point, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchor%20Point), built 1953, S/N 30443 - [N18055](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N18055): [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 1955, S/N 31463 - [N3334D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3334D): [Redford Daniel A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REDFORD%20DANIEL%20A), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), S/N 32132 - [N6674N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6674N): [Stearman Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STEARMAN%20AVIATION%20INC), [Crawford, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Crawford), built 1956, S/N 20028 - [N906C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N906C): [Stewart Edward D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STEWART%20EDWARD%20D), [Elmore City, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Elmore%20City), built 1947, S/N 1083906 ## NTSB investigations (1) 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 ANC83FA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC83FA094), Jun 10, 1983: Cessna C-180 (N3334D), Willow, AK, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (3) 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 19890712022209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890712022209I), Jul 12, 1989: Cessna 180 (N3334D), Skwentna, AK, Minor damage. Full flap short field landing on gravel runway. Heavy braking. Aircraft stopped inverted. - [Accident 19830610024869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830610024869A), Jun 10, 1983: Cessna 180 (N3334D), Willow, AK, Substantial damage. The aircraft nosed over during landing. The pilot was receiving instructions and used excessive braking on rollout. - [Incident 19780904017809I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780904017809I), Sep 4, 1978: Cessna 180 (N3334D), Coeur D'Alene, ID, Minor damage. Pilot lost directional control after touchdown. ## Service difficulty reports (10) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2010FA0000402](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000402), Apr 23, 2010: BELLCRANK. CRACKED. ACFT LANDED AND NOSE GEAR COLLAPSED. FOUND NOSE GEAR BELLCRANK AT GEAR ACTUATOR CRACKED - [SDR AG2R84729.2](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AG2R84729.2), Jan 20, 2009: CYLINDER. CRACKED. EXHAUST PORT CRACKED, TOP SPARK PLUG BOSS CRACKED, EXHAUST SEAT BOSS CRACKED TOO SEVERE FOR REPAIR. AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER, MODEL, SERIAL NUMBER, TOTAL TIME AND - [SDR 2002FA0001371](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001371), Dec 4, 2002: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. SIX CYLINDER SET INSTALLED ON ABOVE ENGINE AT ENGINE TOTAL TIME OF 3605.0 (TSO 381.5). AT ENGINE TOTAL TIME OF 3989.0 HEAD OF CYLINDER NR 4 SEPERATED FROM BARRE - [SDR 2002FA0001387](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001387), Jul 1, 2001: BELLCRANK. BENT. AIRCRAFT WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON LANDING DUE TO LOSS OF CONTROL. CFI WAS FLYING FROM THE RT SEAT. AIRCRAFT LEFT THE RUNWAY TO THE RT EVEN THOUGH PILOT AP - [SDR CA010112007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010112007), Dec 21, 2000: EXHAUST PIPE. CRACKED. (CAN) ON INSPECTION FOUND PART TO BE CRACKED AT CENTRE OF LOWER SEAM APPROXIMATELY TWO INCHES. PART SENT FOR REPAIR. - [SDR 20001031SH003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001031SH003), Oct 5, 2000: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. DURING WATER TAKEOFF, EXPERIENCED MODERATE ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE, RETURNED TO LAKE. INSPECTION REVEALED ONE CYLINDER HAD SEPARATED BETWEEN BARREL AND HEAD. THESE - [SDR 20001108SH039](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001108SH039), Oct 5, 2000: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. DURING WATER TAKEOFF, EXPERIENCED MODERATE ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE, RETURNED TO LAKE. INSPECTION REVEALED ONE CYLINDER HAD SEPARATED BETWEEN BARREL AND HEAD. THESE - [SDR 97ZZZX1883](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX1883), Mar 17, 1997: CRANK GEAR. TEETH BROKEN OFF. NOISE HEARD AT IDLE POWER AFTER LANDING THAT SOUNDED LIKE A ROD KNOCK (OR A WELL RUNNING RADIAL ENG). DECIDED TO DISASSEMBLE ENGINE FOR OVERHAUL. FOUND TWO TEET - [SDR 97ZZZX1884](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX1884), Mar 17, 1997: CAM GEAR. TEETH BROKEN OFF. NOISE HEARD AT IDLE POWER AFTER LANDING THAT SOUNDED LIKE A ROD KNOCK (OR A WELL RUNNING RADIAL ENG). DECIDED TO DISASSEMBLE ENGINE FOR OVERHAUL. FOUND TWO TEET - [SDR AU960969](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU960969), Jun 24, 1996: SPRING. BROKEN. (AUS) LH MAGNETO IMPULSE COUPLING SPRING BROKEN ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (38) 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 SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive. Alcor LLC. Lists O-470 Series - [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd - [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 SE25WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE25WE): Installation of two (2) Roto-Master Turbochargers Model 3DT5FF10J2, P/N 600572-00 (formerly Rajay Model 315F10, P/N RJ0080-102). TALCO Aviation - [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 SE00102SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00102SE): Replaces Teledyne-Continental Part Number 646277 lifter bodies in engine models listed below with lifter bodies. B & B Aviation LLC - [STC SE5784NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5784NM): Replacement of Teledyne Continental original camshaft. B & B Aviation LLC - [STC SE325SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE325SW): Full flow oil filter. Superior Flow Company. Lists O-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 O-470 Series - [STC SE34WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE34WE): Installation of Electro-Coatings, Inc., piston rings on Continental pistons. Continental Motors, 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 SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc - [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc - [STC SE01943CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01943CH): Add the following approved fuels: unleaded automotive gasoline 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4814 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc - [STC SE693GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE693GL): Superseded by STC SE01943CH. Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index. EAA Aviation Foundation - [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 O-470 Series - [STC SE1-201](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1-201): Installation of the Richter Aero Equipment Type B-4 or B-5 Temperature Probe. (O-360 SERIES (excl. A1C, C2B, C2D)). MidContinent Instru Co Inc - [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SE00142SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00142SE): 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 SE3296NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3296NM): Replacement of the original engine oil screen with an external mounted full flow oil adapter and spin-on filter. Timberman Allen E - [STC SE5205NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5205NM): Installation of an Oilamatic engine filter screen adapter. Oilamatic Inc - [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 O-470 Series - [STC SE940GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE940GL): Installation of oil filler tube extension. Rapco, Inc - [STC SE1642SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1642SW): Modified cylinder assembly G-626820C or G-625859. Gary Aerospace Corp. Lists O-470 Series - [STC SE1760SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1760SW): Replacement of original cylinder barrels with P/N G-534894A. Gary Aerospace Corp - [STC SE244NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE244NE): Installation of Mattituck plasma flame sprayed cylinder barrels in Teledyne reciprocating engines. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists O-470 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 O-470 Series - [STC SE1997CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1997CE): Addition of following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index (RON+MON)/2, also intermixing with aviation gasoline. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SE141SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE141SW): Rework crankcase in area of starter drive needle bearing. Hutchinson Aircraft Svc. Lists O-470 Series - [STC SE16WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE16WE): Bendix S-600 low tension ignition system. Salinas Engine Works. Lists O-470 Series - [STC SE1CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1CE): RSA-5 fuel injection system. Bendix Products. Lists O-470 Series - [STC SE44WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE44WE): Use of Kling Aviation Oil, Specifications KL-100, KL-200 and KL-300 in Continental and Lycoming engines. Kling Oil Company - [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 O-470 Series --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.