# Eci O360A1A - Type: Engine model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 24709 - Manufacturer (registry): ECI - Model: O360A1A - Engine type: Reciprocating - Power: 180 hp - Data sheet: [TCDS E-286](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-286) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Lycoming Engines - Installed in: 2 registered aircraft - Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/eci-o360a1a 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 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026 - [AD 2020-25-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-25-12): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Superior Air Parts IO-360-A1A1, IO-360-A1A2, IO-360-A2A1 and 146 more. Effective Jan 15, 2021 - [AD 2017-16-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-16-11): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 93 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017 - [AD 2012-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-19-01): Crankshafts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1A, AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6 and 321 more. Effective Oct 24, 2012 - [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012 - [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 2009-26-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-26-12): Cylinder assemblies · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 264 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010 - [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 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006 - [AD 2006-10-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-10-21): ECi connecting rods · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Connecting Rods, AEIO-360-B1B, AEIO-360-B1D and 171 more. Effective Jun 22, 2006 - [AD 2004-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-10-14): Crankshaft gear · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 642 more. Effective Jun 25, 2004 - [AD 98-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-17-11): Crankshafts · Continental Motors A-65-3, A-65-8, A75-8 and 90 more. Effective Oct 19, 1998 - [AD 98-02-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-02-08): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 216 more. Effective Mar 30, 1998 - [AD 97-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-11): Cylinder kits · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 538 more. Effective Aug 12, 1997 - [AD 96-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-10): Oil pump · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1A, AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2A and 334 more. Effective Jul 15, 1996 - [AD 95-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-02): Aviation Gasoline · Lycoming Engines IO-320-B1A, IO-320-B1B, IO-320-B1C and 182 more. Effective Jan 24, 1996 - [AD 95-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-07-01): Connecting Rod Bolt · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1E, AEIO-360-B1G6, AEIO-360-H1A and 177 more. Effective Apr 12, 1995 - [AD 92-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-12-05): Piston Pins · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 532 more. Effective Jul 10, 1992 - [AD 90-04-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-04-06-R1): Propeller Governor External Oil Line · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 427 more. Effective May 28, 1991 - [AD 87-10-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-10-06-R1): Rocker Arm Assembly · Lycoming Engines IO-360-B4, IVO-360-A1A, O-340-A1A and 243 more. Effective Sep 1, 1989 - [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 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980 - [AD 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977 - [AD 73-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-01): Piston Pin Assembly · Lycoming Engines AIO-360-A1A, AIO-360-A1B, AIO-360-A2A and 215 more. Effective Jan 13, 1977 - [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969 - [AD 66-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-06-03): Connecting Rod Assemblies · Lycoming Engines GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A, GO-435-C2A2 and 317 more. Effective Jan 16, 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 66-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-20-04): Oil Filter Adapter Gasket · Lycoming Engines IO-320-A1A, IO-320-A2A, IO-320-B1A and 121 more. Effective Aug 27, 1966 - [AD 64-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-16-05): AC Pumps · Lycoming Engines HIO-360-B1A, HIO-360-B1B, IO-320-B1A and 86 more. Effective Jul 10, 1964 - [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 59-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-10-07): Cylinder Baffle Clamps · Lycoming Engines GO-480-A1A, GO-480-B, GO-480-B1A6 and 58 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024 - [AD 2008-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-19-05) (historical): Parallel Valve'' reciprocating engines · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 262 more. Effective Oct 20, 2008 - [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006 - [AD 81-18-04 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-18-04-R2) (historical): Engine Oil Pump Driven Impeller and Shaft · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 376 more. Effective Jun 7, 1982 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (6) - [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019 - [SAIB NE-08-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32R1): Propeller Governor Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw. Issued May 13, 2016 - [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014 - [SAIB NE-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-06): Pushrod Shroud Spring Retainers, Engine Components Part No. AEL14995, for Lycoming Engines 320, 360, and 540 Series Engines. Issued Nov 21, 2012 - [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008 - [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008 ## Registered aircraft (2) - [N590SC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N590SC): [Garcia Daniel J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GARCIA%20DANIEL%20J), [Chino Hills, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Chino%20Hills), built 2019, S/N 70289 - [N82FY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N82FY): [Burbage Richard W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BURBAGE%20RICHARD%20W), [Wichita Falls, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Wichita%20Falls), built 2009, S/N 82302 ## 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 (103, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2023FA0000625](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000625), Jun 19, 2023: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. CYL €¢3 DEVELOPED/, CRACK IN THE CYLINDER HEAD BETWEEN COOLING FINS IIPPROXIMATEL Y 1 625 INCHED ABOVE LOWEST FINE AT HE/ID/ 81\RREL ATTACHMENT. IOCIITED IN LO - [SDR 2018FA0000176](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000176), Jun 13, 2018: EXHAUST STACK. BLOCKED. A COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM REPAIR AND OVERHAUL. REINSTALLED ON AIRCRAFT. PERFORMED A RUN-UP OF ENGINE AND EXPERIENCED INCREASED VIBRATION LEVELS AND LOW EGT READ - [SDR 2018FA0000122](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000122), Mar 31, 2018: TURNBUCKLE. SEPARATED. AIRCRAFT LOST AILERON CONTROL IN FLIGHT, DECLARED EMERGENCY AND LANDED. AFTER SHUTDOWN THE SEPARATED CABLE FOR LEFT AILERON FROM TURNBUCKLE SWEDGED FITTING UNDE - [SDR 2017FA0000047](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000047), Feb 7, 2017: SPARK PLUG. DEPARTED. DURING CRUISE , THE NR 3 CYLINDER, LOWER SPARK PLUG, DEPARTED THE ENGINE, CAUSING A SUBSTANTIAL LOSS OF POWER. THE SUSPECT SPARK PLUG WAS RECOVERED, AND WAS FOU - [SDR 2015FA0000305](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000305), Jun 30, 2015: B-NUT. LOOSE. ENGINE FIRE DURING START UP. FIRE EXTINGUISHED ON GROUND. INSPECTED ENGINE COMPARTMENT AFTER FIRE AND FOUND THAT FLEXIBLE FUEL LINE FROM FUEL PUMP TO CARBURETOR - [SDR 2012FA0000698](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000698), Sep 23, 2012: EXHAUST STACK. ERODED. THE PILOT MADE AN INTENTIONAL GEAR-UP LDG AFTER SEVERAL UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPTS TO FULLY EXTEND THE LANDING GEAR. FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION OF THE ACFT REVEALED THAT A - [SDR CA120711007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120711007), Jun 22, 2012: CRANKSHAFT. FAILED. (CAN) CUSTOMER BROUGHT ENGINE TO US AFTER 40HRS SINCE MAJOR O/H. THE CUSTOMER WAS SOLD A CRANKSHAFT AND CONNECTING RODS, FROM AN ENGINE SHOP. THE ENGINE WAS DEC - [SDR CA120104011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120104011), Dec 30, 2011: STEP. CRACKED. (CAN) RIGHT PASSENGER STEP CRACKED BETWEEN ARM AND PLATE ON THE LOWER SURFACE ADJACENT TO THE WELD. CRACK LENGTH APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH. TOTAL TIME ON PART 202 HO - [SDR CA110919002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA110919002), Sep 6, 2011: CABLE. SHORTED. (CAN) THE CABLE THAT RUNS FROM THE ELT REMOTE SWITCH TO THE ELT HAD A SHORT IN IT. THIS WAS CAUSING THE ELT TO ACTIVATE IN FLIGHT AND OR ON THE GROUND. - [SDR 2010FA0000386](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000386), Apr 16, 2010: CARBURETOR. DEFECTIVE. PARTIAL LOSS OF POWER ON DEPARTURE AT 1,000` AGL. AFTER RETURNING TO LAND, ENGINE ROUGHNESS INCREASED. DURING TAXI IN, MAX ATTAINABLE RPM WAS 900. MECHANIC TROU - [SDR CA090706007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090706007), Jul 5, 2009: B-NUT. LOOSE. (CAN) IN FLIGHT, PILOT NOTICED THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE FLUCTUATING. PILOT TURNED AROUND AND RETURNED TO DEPARTURE. WHILE RETURNING, OIL PRESSURE DROPPED TO 0 AND - [SDR 2008FA0000535](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000535), Jul 30, 2008: DOWNLOCK. WORN. LANDING GEAR LEVER BECAME DISENGAGED FROM THE DOWN LOCK LATCHING ASSY ON THE PILOT`S LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL. AC WAS ON THE GROUND DURING LANDING ROLLOUT. - [SDR 2008FA0000547](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000547), Jun 28, 2008: DOWNLOCK. WORN. LANDING GEAR LEVER BECAME DISENGAGED FROM THE DOWNLOCK LATCHING ASSY ON THE PILOT`S LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL. AC WAS ON THE GROUND DURING LANDING ROLLOUT. - [SDR 2008FA0000105](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000105), Dec 4, 2007: FITTING. BROKEN. PILOT STATED THAT HE PERFORMED AN OFF AIRPORT LANDING ALONG A BEACH WHILE HUNTING. UPON LANDING, THE UPPER RT MLG CABANE FITTING BROKE. THE LANDING GEAR SAFETY - [SDR 2007FA0001084](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0001084), Nov 9, 2007: NOSE RIB. CRACKED. IN-FLIGHT, PILOT LOWERED FLAPS AND AIRCRAFT STARTED TO ROLL TO THE RT. PILOT NOTICED RT FLAP WAS RETRACTED, HE THEN RETRACTED FLAP HANDLE. AIRCRAFT LANDED SAFEL - [SDR 2007FA0001010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0001010), Nov 1, 2007: PIPE. FAILED. LEADING EDGE EXHAUST SYSTEM INSTALLED BY STC SA02200AK FAILED AT THE SAIL PIPE TO MUFFLER WELD. SYSTEM HAS 36 HOURS SINCE NEW. (K) - [SDR CA070419005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070419005), Apr 12, 2007: BRACKET. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING THE ANNUAL INSPECTION, BOTH RUDDER HINGE BRACKETS WERE FOUND TO BE CRACKED. RUDDER WAS REMOVED AND REINSTALLED AFTER REPAIRS. PN 0531018-1 AND 0531 - [SDR CA070110003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070110003), Dec 20, 2006: TORQUE LINK. CRACKED. (CAN) PRIOR TO INSTALLATION ON AIRCRAFT, NOSE GEAR SHOCK STRUT ASSEMBLY WAS THOROUGHLY INSPECTED. SEVERAL CRACKS WERE FOUND ON UPPER TORQUE LINK. NEW MFG PART W - [SDR 2006FA0000260](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000260), Mar 6, 2006: OIL COOLER. SPLIT. DURING ROUTINE RUN-UP FOLLOWING AN OIL CHANGE, AN IMMEDIATE EXPULSION OF SEVERAL QUARTS OF OIL OCCURRED IN SECONDS. (K) - [SDR AU510001642](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001642), Dec 12, 2005: PISTON RING. DELAMINATED. (AUS) ENGINE CYLINDERS (4OFF) HAD TOP PISTON RINGS DELAMINATING. PLASMA FACE SECTION COMING AWAY FROM BASE MATERIAL. ALL 4 CYLINDERS ALSO HAD EXCESSIVELY WORN E - [SDR AU510001679](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001679), Dec 12, 2005: PISTON RING. DELAMINATED. TOP COMPRESSION RINGS ON ALL PISTONS DELAMINATING. - [SDR AU510001711](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001711), Dec 12, 2005: PISTON RING. DETERIORATED. NR 2 CYLINDER PISTON TOP COMPRESSION RING PLASMA COATING DELAMINATING. TOP RINGS ON ALL OTHER PISTONS SHOWING SIGNS OF DELAMINATION BEGINNING TO OCCUR. - [SDR AU510001823](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001823), Dec 12, 2005: HINGE. CORRODED. FOUND TOP RUDDER HINGE CORRODED. - [SDR AU510001824](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001824), Dec 12, 2005: MOUNT. CRACKED. ENGINE MOUNT CRACKED. FOUND DURING INSPECTION IAW AD/TB10/8 AND TBSB NO 16/1. - [SDR AU510001825](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001825), Dec 12, 2005: HINGE. CORRODED. RT STABILATOR HINGE CORRODED, AD/SB DESC: CASA SCHEDULE 5. - [SDR 2005FA0001597](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001597), Dec 10, 2005: ENGINE. MALFUNCTIONED. FORCED LANDING, DUE TO ENG FAIL DURING TAKEOFF. DAMAGE TO AC INCLUDED LT MLG WAS BROKEN, LT WING TIP SKIN DENTED, LWR ENG COWLING DAMAGED. DAMAGE TO AC WAS CONS - [SDR CA050121005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050121005), Nov 25, 2004: FITTING. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING ANNUAL INSP, IT WAS NOTICED THAT AC DID NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF AD98-10-12 WITH REF TO SB78 HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSP AND REWORK. AD98-10- - [SDR 2004FA0000782](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000782), Sep 23, 2004: CAP. CLOGGED. PILOT EXPERIENCED FUEL INTERRUPTION TO ENGINE WHILE ENROUTE. SWITCHED FUEL TANKS AND ENGINE QUIT. MADE EMERGENCY LANDING. REMOVED AC FROM FIELD TO LOCAL AIRPORT - [SDR 2004FA0000783](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000783), Sep 23, 2004: CAP. CLOGGED. PILOT EXPERIENCED FUEL INTERRUPTION TO ENGINE WHILE ENROUTE. SWITCHED FUEL TANKS AND ENGINE QUIT. MADE EMERGENCY LANDING. NO INJURIES OR DAMAGE TO AIRCRAFT. REM - [SDR 2004FA0000744](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000744), Sep 23, 2004: CAP. CLOGGED. PILOT EXPERIENCED FUEL INTERUPTION. MADE EMERGENCY LANDING IN SOYBEAN FIELD. NO INJURIES OR DAMAGE TO AC. REMOVED AC FROM FIELD TO LOCAL AIRPORT. DRAINED ALL FU - [SDR 2004FA0000689](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000689), Jun 23, 2004: SHAFT. FAILED. TAIL ROTOR DRIVE FROM 90 GEARBOX TO TAIL ROTOR GEARBOX FAIL AT ATTACHING POINT IN TAIL ROTOR GEARBOX. BY THE DISCOLORATION OF THE BREAK IT APPEARS THAT IT HAD P - [SDR CA040507001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040507001), Mar 29, 2004: ACTUATOR. FAILED. CAPT REPORTED THE PITCH CONTROL STICKING ( HARD POINT FEELING ) AFTER AP DISCONNECTION. CPT HAD TO PULL THE CONTROL COLUMN TO RECOVER THE FLIGHT CONTROL. PITCH - [SDR AUS20040142](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20040142), Mar 2, 2004: BEARING. FAILED. (AUS) MAGNETO DRIVE SHAFT OUTER BEARING COMPLETELY DESTROYED. BEARING HAD BEEN RUNNING DRY FOR SOME TIME. SUSPECT MAGNETO ASSEMBLED WITHOUT GREASE IN THE BEARIN - [SDR AUS20030967](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030967), Sep 17, 2003: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) LT UPPER AFT REAR SPAR WEB CONTAINED LIGHT EXFOLIATION CORROSIONIN AREA ADJACENT TO MAIN LANDING GEAR. FOUND DURING INVESTIGATION FOLLOWING CORROSION IN R - [SDR AUS20030900](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030900), Sep 8, 2003: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) RT WING MAIN SPAR AFT LOWER WEB CONTAINED EXFOLIATION CORROSION. CORROSION WAS MAINLY LOCATED IN AREA ADJACENT TO MAIN LANDING GEAR LEG. - [SDR AUS20030901](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030901), Sep 8, 2003: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) LT AND RT WING MAIN SPAR AFT LOWER WEBS CONTAINED EXFOLIATION CORROSION. CORROSION MAINLY LOCATED IN AREA ADJACENT TO MAIN LANDING GEAR. - [SDR AUS20030844](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030844), Aug 19, 2003: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) LT AND RT WING MAIN SPARS CONTAINED SEVERE EXFOLIATION CORROSION. - [SDR AUS20030835](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030835), Jul 24, 2003: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) RT WING MAIN SPAR UPPER CAP CONTAINED CORROSION ON THE AFT FACE. RT WING LEADING EDGE INTERCOSTAL CONTAINED CORROSION ON THE LOWER FLANGE. FOLLOWING REMOV - [SDR CA030729011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030729011), Jul 14, 2003: SCREW. LOOSE. (CAN) SCREWS HOLDING FLOAT BOWL TO CARBURETOR HOUSING. ALL SCREWS LOCKED BUT ALL LOOSE IN HOUSING CAUSING CHAFING BETWEEN BOWL, GASKET HOUSING WITH A 1/16 INCHE - [SDR AUS20030833](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030833), May 25, 2003: BRACKET. CORRODED. (AUS) RUDDER LOWER HINGE SUPPORT BRACKET CONTAINED EXFOLIATION CORROSION. FOUND DURING INSPECTION IAW AD TB10 31. - [SDR AUS20030832](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030832), May 23, 2003: FITTING. CORRODED. (AUS) REAR SEAT BELT OUTBOARD FITTINGS CONTAINED EXFOLIATION CORROSION. - [SDR CA031021005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA031021005), May 16, 2003: SPAR. BROKEN. (CAN) DISCOVERED A BREAK IN THE STABILIZER SPAR DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION. - [SDR 2003FA0000685](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000685), May 5, 2003: FORK. CRACKED. PITCH CHANGE FORK WAS CRACKED, POSSIBLY DUE TO EXCESSIVE ENGINE VIBRATION. PROPELLER HAD 200 HOURS SINCE LAST OVERHAUL. CUSTOMER WAS ADVISED TO HAVE PROPELLER, - [SDR 2003FA0000156](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000156), Feb 17, 2003: GOVERNOR. MALFUNCTIONED. PROPELLER WOULD CYCLE NORMALLY DURING RUN UP. AFTER TAKE OFF THE PROP WOULD BECOME UNCONTROLLABLE. RMP ONLY CONTROLLABLE BY THROTTLE, NOT PROPELLER CONTROL. REM - [SDR 2003FA0000175](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000175), Jan 24, 2003: INDICATOR. INOPERATIVE. ALTIMETER PURCHASED NEW. MAY 5, 2001 MANUFACTURE DATE. FAILED TO PASS FRICTION PORTION OF PITOT/STATIC/XPDR. BIANNUAL CHECK. MFG CONTACTED AND IS UNAWARE OF ANY - [SDR AUS20021187](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20021187), Oct 16, 2002: PIPE. FRACTURED. (AUS) PROPELLER GOVERNOR EXTERNAL OIL PIPE FAILED AT CONNECTION TO THEGOVERNOR. - [SDR CA020916005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020916005), Aug 2, 2002: WIRE ROPE. BROKEN. (CAN) ON TAKEOFF RUN, AT APPROXIMATELY 2 FT OFF THE WATER, A/C SETTLED BACK DOWN DUE TO UNSTABLE AIR. A NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE A/C BECAME VERY UNSTABLE. ABORTE - [SDR CA020610003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020610003), May 31, 2002: LINE. WORN. (CAN) - FUEL LINE FROM UNION TO FIREWALL (STRAINER) FOUND RUBBING ON CO-PILOT STEERING TORQUE TUBE AND STEERING ARM. FUEL LINE HAD A SMALL PIN HOLE AND A SMALL - [SDR AUS20020429](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20020429), Apr 26, 2002: FRAME. CRACKED. (AUS) FUSELAGE FRAME NR 9 CRACKED AT BOTH TOP CORNERS. - [SDR CA020205002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020205002), Jan 28, 2002: CYLINDER. FAILED. (CAN) A/C C-2 SKIMMERS, BOTH UTILIZE COLONIAL STYLE MAIN UNDER CARRIAGE OLEOS. ONE OLEO PER A/C CAME APART.THE MAIN GEAR OLEOS ARE CRACKING AT LOWER END CAP TO All 103: https://openairdocs.org/engine/eci-o360a1a/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (40) 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 SE00825WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00825WI): Installation of Specialty Products Spin-on oil filter on Lycoming Engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc - [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company - [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc - [STC SE00939WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00939WI): Installation of B&C Specialty Products Model BC 315-( ) Starter on Lycoming engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc - [STC SE2390CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2390CE): Installation of B & C Speciality Products. B & C Specialty Products Inc. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc - [STC SE154SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE154SO): Installation of one Roto-Master Turbocharger P/N's 600573-00 (RJ0326-1, RJ0326) or 600576-00 (RJ0326-2, RJ0325. 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 SE4408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4408SW): Miscellaneous engine cylinder replacement parts. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE00218NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00218NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 12 volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE00226NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00226NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter Models 149-24HT and 122-24HT. Approval limited to 24-volt DC source available to the starter. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SE00357NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00357NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE2901NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2901NM): Lycoming valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee - [STC SE02291AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02291AT): Conversion of the engine from a carburetor fuel system and magneto ignition system to a full authority digital electronic control (FADEC) system for fuel injection and ignition. Continental Motors, Inc - [STC SE01524CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01524CH): Replace Slick 6000, 6100, 6200, 6300, 4000, 4100, 4200, and 4300 series magnetos and TCM/Bendix S6-20, S6-200, S6-1200, S-20, S-200, and S-1200 series magnetos with Champion Limited Authority Spark Advance Regulator (LASAR ) Model 4755 and 6755 bush kit ignition systems. Champion Aerospace LLC - [STC SE1017GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1017GL): Removal of the Type certificated Bendix magnetos and ignition harnesses followed by the installation of Slick magneto Models 4250 and 4251 with Slick ignition harnesses. Champion Aerospace LLC - [STC SE524CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE524CH): Replace Slick 4000, 4100, 4200, and 4300 series magnetos and TCM/Bendix S-20, S-200, and S-1200 series magnetos with the Champion Limited Authority Spark Advance Regulator (LASAR ). Champion Aerospace LLC - [STC SE8193SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8193SW): Grind nitriden high compression cylinder barrles to plus .010 oversize and install SL75089 P10 piston, SL74242 P10 compression ring, and SL73857 P10 oil ring. Superior Air Parts Inc - [STC SE927GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE927GL): Installation of a Shadin Co. fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics - [STC SE1779NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1779NM): Installation of Precise Flight, Inc. 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 SE00889LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00889LA): Installation of Nickson's cylinder barrels on Lycoming reciprocating engine models. Nickson's Machine Shop Inc - [STC SE2563CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2563CE): Leaded and unleaded automotive gasoline, 91 minimum antiknock index (RON+MON) /2 per ASTM spec D-439. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved. Petersen Aviation Inc - [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. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE09492SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09492SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SE8023SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8023SW): Installation and usage of AEROSHELL. Shell Development Co. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE370NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE370NE): Installation of 'Auto-Vac 2' auxiliary vacuum system. Raymond Ives - [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists O-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 O-360 Series - [STC SE5924SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5924SW): Installation of stainless steel replacement exhaust studs on AVCO engines. Perrigo & Steele Aircraft Engr Company. Lists O-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 O-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 O-360 Series - [STC SE128NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE128NE): Use of AMS/OIL 15W 50 synthetic piston aircraft oil in Avco engines. AMS/OIL. Lists O-360 Series - [STC SE2887SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2887SW): Install Bendix PS-5C carburetor. Swick Aircraft --- 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.