# Continental TSIO-520-CE

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 17278
- Manufacturer (registry): CONT MOTOR
- Model: TSIO-520-CE
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 325 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E8CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E8CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Installed in: 3 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-tsio-520-ce

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 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 2008-08-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-08-17): Turbocharger turbine housing flange and the exhaust tube flange · Teledyne Continental Motors TSIOL-550-A 'Liquid-Cooled' engines (RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership STC SA7633SW or SA7633SW-D). Effective May 6, 2008
- [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 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 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 87-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-26-08): Crankshaft and Piston Pins · Continental Motors TSIO-520-BE and TSIO-520-CE. Effective Apr 29, 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 81-24-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-24-06): Engine Driven Fuel Pumps · Continental Motors GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-E and 51 more. Effective Nov 23, 1981
- [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 80-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-01-04): Cylinder Holddown Flange Assemblies · Continental Motors IO-520-A, IO-520-B, IO-520-BA and 44 more. Effective Jan 25, 1980
- [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 2009-24-51](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 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 (3)

- [N210RE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N210RE): [Valiair Lc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALIAIR%20LC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), S/N P21000846
- [N6434R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6434R): [Cutlass Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CUTLASS%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Auburn, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Auburn), built 1985, S/N 21064926
- [N717TY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N717TY): [Tvpx Aircraft Solutions Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TVPX%20AIRCRAFT%20SOLUTIONS%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [North Salt Lake, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/North%20Salt%20Lake), built 1985, S/N 21064946

## 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 GAA17CA384](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA384), Jul 4, 2017: Cessna P210 (N66NF), Willits, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to go around after the unstabilized approach.

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

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 20170704019009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170704019009A), Jul 4, 2017: Cessna P210R (N66NF), Willits, CA, Destroyed. PIC landed long on grass/dirt surface parallel to runway 16 (Ells Field). Runway 16/34 is approximately 2995 ft. PIC attempted to land with minimum distance…

## Service difficulty reports (10)

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

- [SDR YN8R201403210001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/YN8R201403210001), Jan 22, 2014: THROTTLE CABLE. BROKEN. DURING FLIGHT, THE PILOT EXPERIENCED LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY AT CRUISE POWER. AFTER GETTING CLOSE TO ICT, HE DECLARED
- [SDR 2013FA0000066](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000066), Dec 21, 2012: LIFTER. SPALLED. DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE, METAL WAS FOUND IN THE OIL. METAL WAS DETERMINED TO BE LIFTER MATERIAL. LIFTERS WERE REMOVED FOR INSP AND ALL 12 LIFTERS WERE FUND 
- [SDR 2013FA0000067](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000067), Dec 21, 2012: LIFTER. SPALLED. DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE, METAL WAS FOUND IN THE OIL. METAL WAS DETERMINED TO BE LIFTER MATERIAL. LIFTERS WERE REMOVED FOR INSP AND ALL 12 LIFTERS WERE FUND 
- [SDR 20001109SH004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001109SH004), Oct 17, 2000: VERNATHERM. BROKEN. THE VERNATHERM SHAFT WAS BENT AND UPON INVESTIGATION, FOUND BROKEN AT THE ROLL PIN HOLE. ONLY A COUPLE THREADS OF THE SHAFT INTO THE RETAINING NUT WAS HOLDING T
- [SDR 20000802SH022](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000802SH022), Jul 20, 2000: EXHAUST VALVE. WORN. CYLINDER NR 1 WAS RUNNING TOO COOL. WEAK COMPRESSION WAS NOTED PULLING PROPELLER THROUGH. COMPRESSION TEST RESULTS 65/80. FERROUS METAL NOTED IN FILTER ELEMENT.
- [SDR 20000802SH023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000802SH023), Jul 20, 2000: KEEPER. WORN. CYLINDER NR 1 WAS RUNNING TOO COOL. WEAK COMPRESSION WAS NOTED PULLING PROPELLER THROUGH. COMPRESSION TEST RESULTS 65/80. FERROUS METAL NOTED IN FILTER ELEMENT.
- [SDR 99ZZZX1883](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX1883), Apr 16, 1999: ROD END. WORN. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, PLAY WAS NOTED IN ROD ASSEMBLY LINKING VAPC WITH THE THROTTLE BODY. UPON DISASSEMBLY OF LINK ROD UNIT, NOTED THE ROD END 63251 WAS WOR
- [SDR 99ZZZX1884](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX1884), Apr 16, 1999: ROD END. WORN. DURING AN ENGINE CHANGE, PLAY WAS NOTED IN ROD ASSEMBLY LINKING VAPC WITH THE THROTTLE BODY. UPON DISASSEMBLY OF THE LINK ROD UNIT, NOTED THE ROD END 632557 WAS
- [SDR 98ZZZX4478](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4478), Sep 22, 1998: CRANKSHAFT. SHEARED. JUST AFTER TAKEOFF, THE ENGINE STARTED TO RUN ROUGH AND LOST POWER. PILOT RETRACTED GEAR AND LANDED IN FIELD. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE CRANKSHAFT FAILED BETWE
- [SDR 98ZZZX3807](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX3807), Sep 17, 1998: COVER. MISMANUFACTURED. FOUND LARGE OIL LEAK AT NR 4 CYLINDER ROCKER COVER DURING FIRST GROUND RUN OF THIS ENGINE FROM CONTINENTAL. FOUND NR 4 UPPER RT MOUNT MACHINED INCORRECTLY. THIS

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (37)

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 TSIO-520 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 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 SE5784NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5784NM): Replacement of Teledyne Continental original camshaft. B & B Aviation LLC
- [STC SE70RM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE70RM): Installation of compressor bracket. Air Comm Corporation
- [STC SE09637SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09637SC): Remove existing rocker arm assemblies and install modify rocker arm assemblies. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE1186SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1186SW): Regrooving of pistons P/N 631475 or P/N 632585. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE2340SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2340SW): Installation of modified cylinder assemblies, barrels, piston, and repaired crankcases. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE5820SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5820SW): Installation of Airmotive exhaust valve, P/N AEC-637781. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE09280SC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09280SC-D): Modify engine in accordance with RAM Aircraft Corporation Drawing No. 1888. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership
- [STC SE3631SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3631SW-D): Cylinder modifications. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership
- [STC SE09846SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09846SC): Installation of S539800M30 starter adapter springs. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc
- [STC SE444GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE444GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics
- [STC SE4651SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4651SW): Installation of Slick pressurized magnetos. Also eligible on Teledyne Continental TSIO-520-NB engines modified per STC SE4327SW. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership
- [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 SE09261SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09261SC): Modify engine to increase power output rating from 310 hp to 335 hp, install Garrett/AlliedSignal TA-81 turbocharger, RAM intercooler, RAM economy camshaft, RAM oil pump pickup tube, RAM forged pistons with gapless rings, and 0.02 inch undersized crankshaft. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE3631SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3631SW): Cylinder modification. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [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 TSIO-520 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 SE55WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE55WE): Modification of fuel injection manifold valve P/N 626547 to the P/N 631427 or P/N 636326 configuration. AAR Aircraft Services Inc. d/b/a AAR Aircraft Services-Oklahoma. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE09289SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09289SC): Installation of modified fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications, Inc. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE09319SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09319SC): Modify oil pan adding a new oil sump drain. Texas Skyways Inc. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE8687SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8687SW): Regrooving of pistons P/N 631475 or P/N 632585. Capehart Industries, Inc. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE8594SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8594SW): Installation of roller rocker arm P/N PE 92I intake and PE92E exhaust. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE7430SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7430SW): Installation of Performance Engineering roller rocker arms. Performance Engineering
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists TSIO-520 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 TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE244NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE244NE): Installation of Mattituck plasma flame sprayed cylinder barrels in Teledyne reciprocating engines. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists TSIO-520 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 TSIO-520 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. Lists TSIO-520 Series
- [STC SE09280SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09280SC) (historical): Modify engine in accordance with RAM Aircraft Corporation Drawing No. 1888. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership

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