# Continental O-470-M

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17377
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: O-470-M
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 240 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-273](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-273) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 4 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-o-470-m

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 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 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 85-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-08-02): Cylinder Assemblies · Continental Motors IO-470-C, O-470-G, O-470-K and 4 more. Effective Apr 15, 1985
- [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 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 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)
- [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 (4)

- [N352L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N352L): [Burdick Rich](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BURDICK%20RICH), [Montrose, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Montrose), built 1958, S/N 35769
- [N5052](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5052): [Tashjian Kirk G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TASHJIAN%20KIRK%20G), [Stanwood, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Stanwood), built 1958, S/N 38091
- [N844EE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N844EE): [Westbrook Stanley M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WESTBROOK%20STANLEY%20M), [Dawson, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Dawson), built 2009, S/N 12009-049
- [N930JD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N930JD): [310 Aero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/310%20AERO%20LLC), [Grove, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Grove), built 1956, S/N 35297

## 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 LAX71DUG59](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX71DUG59), Mar 9, 1971: Cessna 310 (N3605D), La Verne, CA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (2)

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 20110401005401I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110401005401I), Apr 1, 2011: Green Earnest E BEARHAWK (N844EE), Lakeland, FL, Substantial damage. During airshow event, while re-positioning aircraft to parking area, aircraft was taxied into running aircraft propeller.
- [Incident 19950502022149I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950502022149I), May 2, 1995: Cessna 310 (N3605D), El Monte, CA, Minor damage. Unable safe gear indication for landing. Elected land. Right main collapsed landing. Bolt sheared in downlock.

## Service difficulty reports (6)

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

- [SDR CA110208014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA110208014), Feb 1, 2011: ENGINE. FAILED. (CAN) ABORTED TAKEOFF DURING REVENUE FLIGHT, ON TAKE-OFF ROLL, FLIGHT WAS ABORTED WHEN CREW NOTICED LEFT AND RIGHT FADEC FAULT CAS MESSAGE. AIRCRAFT TAXIED BACK
- [SDR 2001FA0000595](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000595), Jul 10, 2001: BUSHING. SEPARATED. RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR UPPER AND LOWER TORQUE LINKS BECAME DISCONNECTED FROM EACH OTHER DURING TAKEOFF ROLL. IT APPEARS THAT A PRESSED IN BUSHING, SEPARATED FR
- [SDR CA991004023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA991004023), Sep 14, 1999: SPIDER. DAMAGED. (CAN) PILOT TUBE BORES DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR. POSSIBLE BLADE GROUND STRIKE.
- [SDR CA990115008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990115008), Nov 30, 1998: BLADE. DAMAGED. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. THE PROPELLER BLADES WERE FOUND STONE DAMAGED. THE PROPELLER BLADES WERE TRIMMED.
- [SDR CA990115009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990115009), Nov 30, 1998: BLADE. DAMAGED. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. STONE DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON THE PROPELLER BLADES. THE BLADES WERE TRIMMED.
- [SDR 98ZZZX712](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX712), Feb 5, 1998: CAM ASSY. WORN. MAGNETO WAS DISASSEMBLED FOR 500-HOUR INSPECTION. WEAR ON FLYWEIGHT AXLES WAS APPROXIMATELY .020 INCH AND STOP PINS HAD GROOVES ABOUT .020 INCH DEEP. IMPULSE CO

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (44)

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 SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [STC SE04599CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04599CH): To allow the use of UL-94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel meeting ASTM D7547. Swift Fuels LLC
- [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 SE4985NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4985NM): Increase engine displacement. NorthPoint Aviation
- [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 SE09637SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09637SC): Remove existing rocker arm assemblies and install modify rocker arm assemblies. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE95WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE95WE): Installation of oil fitting (AN-823-5D) in rocker box cover. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [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 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 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 SE00736LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00736LA): Replacement of various fuel and lubrication system parts with items from an IO-470-K engine to permit installation in a Beech model 35-A33 airplane. These changes must be made in accordance with Michael Adamson, Installation Instructions, Continental O-470-M Conversion, Manual #1, Revision N/C, dated January 6, 1999, or later FAA approved revisions. Michael Adamson
- [STC SE00577NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00577NY): Installation of Canadian Aero Mfg. (C.A.M.) Oil Coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE00427NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00427NY): Installation, operation and inspection of CAM oil coolers. Canadian Aero Manufacturing
- [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 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 SE616SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE616SO): Installation of O-470-R parts in lieu of normal O-470-M parts. Ritter Airpark, Inc
- [STC SE7431SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7431SW): Installation of Performance Engineering roller rocker arms. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE2-1577](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2-1577): Installation of Bendix RS-5BD1 or RSA-5AD1 fuel injection system. Bendix Corporation
- [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 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 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

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