# Lycoming GO-480-G1A6 - Type: Engine model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 42180 - Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING - Model: GO-480-G1A6 - Engine type: Reciprocating - Power: 280 hp - Data sheet: [TCDS E-275](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-275) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Lycoming Engines - Installed in: 1 registered aircraft - Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-go-480-g1a6 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 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 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 2003-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-14-03): Rotary fuel pumps · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 262 more. Effective Aug 14, 2003 - [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 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 69-25-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-25-08): Reduction Gear Assemblies · Lycoming Engines GO-435-C2A, GO-435-C2A2, GO-480-A1A and 61 more. Effective Feb 19, 1970 - [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 62-23-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-23-05): Propeller Shaft Oil Seal Rings · Lycoming Engines GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A, GO-435-C2A2 and 49 more. Effective Nov 14, 1962 - [AD 60-11-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-11-06): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines GO-480-C1B6, GO-480-C1D6, GO-480-C2C6 and 13 more - [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Cylinder Baffle Clamps · Lycoming Engines GO-480-A1A, GO-480-B, GO-480-B1A6 and 58 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 98-18-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-18-12) (historical): Fuel Pump · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 249 more. Effective Sep 28, 1998 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2) - [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-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014 ## Registered aircraft (1) - [N69VJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N69VJ): [Lucida Group US LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LUCIDA%20GROUP%20US%20LLC), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1974, S/N 1467 ## 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 (4) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR EVGR2018060500044](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EVGR2018060500044), Jun 4, 2018: CYLINDER. WORN. DURING A ROUTINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE. NOTHING ABNORMAL WAS NOTED DURING THE ENGINE RUN UP, NOR WAS THE ANY ABNORMALITY REPORTED FROM THE PILOT. WHEN THE EXTER - [SDR CA070226003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070226003), Dec 12, 2006: PROPELLER. CORRODED. (CAN) PROP COME IN FOR 10 YEAR OVERHAUL. PIS, CLEAN, NDT, VISUAL INSPECTION, LUB UNSERVICEABLE DUE TO RUST. LINK ARMS P/N 861-3C WORN UNSERVICEABLE, P/N A971 BE - [SDR CA990728028](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990728028), Jul 19, 1999: AXLE. BROKEN. (CAN) RIGHT MAIN GEAR AXLE BROKE DURING LANDING. FRACTURE OCCURRED NEAR THROUGH-BOLT AND WOULD BE DETECTABLE IF AXLE WAS PRESSED OUT OF STRUT ASSEMBLY. AIRCRAFT - [SDR CA970904019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970904019), Jan 6, 1997: CAP. CRACKED. (CAN) A.B.S. PLASTIC RUDDER CAP CRACKED CLEAR THROUGH OVER THE HINGE LINE WEAKENING THE STRUCTUAL STRENGTH OF THE LEAD BALLAST SUPPORTING RIB, COULD DEVELOP A S ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (17) 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 SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company - [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 SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp - [STC SE4494NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4494NM): Installation of oil filter adapter and oil filter. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SE1339SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1339SW): Modify pistons to Drawings 11007 and 11015; piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc - [STC SE4408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4408SW): Miscellaneous engine cylinder replacement parts. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists GO-480 Series - [STC SE7505SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7505SW): Installation of any or all parts listed on Airmotive Engineering Drawing List NO. 852-1, Rev. 1, dated10/4/88, or later FAA approved revision. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists GO-480 Series - [STC SE7666SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7666SW): Installation of parts listed on Airmotive List 8810-3, Rev 6. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists GO-480 Series - [STC SE7582SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7582SW): Grinding of high compression NITRIDED Cylinders to .010 oversize, as an alternative to chrome plating or rebarreling, and the installation of SL10207 P10 Piston, SL74241 P10 Top and second compression ring, and SL 73857 P10 oil control ring. Superior Air Parts, Inc - [STC SE02436AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02436AT): Installation of 200F series fuel pump assembly. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC - [STC SE914NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE914NW): Installation of a propeller governor adapter with a combination adapter/valve to provide propeller reversing control. McHugh Aviation Inc. Lists GO-480 Series - [STC SE1779NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1779NM): Installation of Precise Flight, Inc. Standby Vacuum System SVS III. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists GO-480 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 GO-480 Series - [STC SE5924SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5924SW): Installation of stainless steel replacement exhaust studs on AVCO engines. Perrigo & Steele Aircraft Engr Company. Lists GO-480 Series - [STC SE128NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE128NE): Use of AMS/OIL 15W 50 synthetic piston aircraft oil in Avco engines. AMS/OIL. Lists GO-480 Series ## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (over 1,000, first 50) Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this engine model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first. - [AB-160844](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID100141747720251216184413.0001): Spring & Brush Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-160844 · Nov 10, 2025 - [2540898](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID199008954720260212214426.0001): Diaphragm & Needle Assy. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540898 · Mar 13, 2025 - [266276](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID197892683520260212214317.0001): Spring. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366276 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366202](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID196681169520260212214314.0001): Bushing. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366202 · Mar 13, 2025 - [P9194](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193592094420260212214156.0001): Valve. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces P9194 · Mar 13, 2025 - [P9194](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID188420667220260212214156.0001): Valve. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces P9194 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540876](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID187228152520260212214417.0001): Diaphragm. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540876 · Mar 13, 2025 - [360642](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID180995392020260212214246.0001): Gasket. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 360642 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366357](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID180478363820260212214319.0001): Value Assy.. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366357 · Mar 13, 2025 - [384961](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID180379765320260212214339.0001): Nozzle Assy.. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 384961 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540866](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID178955804420260212214413.0001): Diaphragm. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540866 · Mar 13, 2025 - [384966](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID169184025720260212214342.0001): Plate. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 384966 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540917](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID165786943220260212214429.0001): Diaphragm & Needle Assy. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540917 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540888](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID165106987520260212214422.0001): Diaphragm Assembly. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540888 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540883](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID160046652220260212214420.0001): Diaphragm. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540883 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540925](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID156479148920260212214433.0001): Diaphragm Assembly. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540925 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366200](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID155302467420260212214311.0001): Bushing. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366200 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540897](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID152441950820260212214424.0001): Diaphragm Assembly. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540897 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366728](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID150092436620260212214323.0001): Pin. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366728 · Mar 13, 2025 - [384964](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146133357920260212214341.0001): Tube. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 384964 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540921](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146055718220260212214431.0001): Diaphragm Assembly. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540921 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366163](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID145020719920260212214305.0001): Plug. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366163 · Mar 13, 2025 - [364858](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID144663628520260212214254.0001): Strainer, R/B. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 364858 · Mar 13, 2025 - [399999](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID142472108920260212214409.0001): Gasket. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 399999 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540871](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID140591808020260212214415.0001): Diaphragm Assembly. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540871 · Mar 13, 2025 - [383515](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID139878194820260212214327.0001): Spring. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 383515 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366168](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID139677378720260212214307.0001): Washer. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366168 · Mar 13, 2025 - [384605](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID139360227320260212214337.0001): Gasket. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 384605 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540909](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID136996253120260212214428.0001): Diaphragm Assembly. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540909 · Mar 13, 2025 - [393949](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID136713340220260212214333.0001): Pin. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 393949 · Mar 13, 2025 - [364159](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID135193845320260212214250.0001): Gasket. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 364159 · Mar 13, 2025 - [383494](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID134105104420260212214324.0001): Plug. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 383494 · Mar 13, 2025 - [383907](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID133904631120260212214331.0001): Pin. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 383907 · Mar 13, 2025 - [364975](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID131972647920260212214257.0001): Valve. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 364975 · Mar 13, 2025 - [385027](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID131877600220260212214344.0001): Needle Valve Assy.. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 385027 · Mar 13, 2025 - [384604](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID125207874520260212214335.0001): Gasket. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 384604 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540057](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID119591725220260212214412.0001): Screw. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540057 · Mar 13, 2025 - [364954](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID117304101220260212214255.0001): Valve. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 364954 · Mar 13, 2025 - [P3779](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID113736775520260212214153.0001): Gasket. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces P3779 · Mar 13, 2025 - [383500](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID112911413320260212214326.0001): Retainer. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 383500 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366201](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID112373429920260212214313.0001): Bushing. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366201 · Mar 13, 2025 - [2540882](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID110834949920260212214418.0001): Diaphragm. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 2540882 · Mar 13, 2025 - [366203](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID107237850320260212214316.0001): Bushing. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 366203 · Mar 13, 2025 - [383853](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID103272943220260212214330.0001): Spring. VSE Aviation Services LLC · PMA PQ00042WB · Replaces 383853 · Mar 13, 2025 - [AB-382585](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID195988018720251216184453.0001): Ignition ContactAssembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-382585 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-157160](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193485923720251216184437.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-157160 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-400623](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193069304920251216184444.0001): Ball Bearing. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental… · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-51678](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID192819677720251216184507.0001): Oil Deflector. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-51678 · Dec 8, 2023 - [ES10-35936-7](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID191691087420251216184428.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-35936-7 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-357586](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID182632077520251216184446.0001): Gear. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-357586 · Dec 8, 2023 All of them: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-go-480-g1a6/pma.md --- 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.