# Lycoming O-290-D2B

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 42092
- Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING
- Model: O-290-D2B
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 140 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-229](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-229) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Lycoming Division AVCO Corporation
- Installed in: 6 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-290-d2b

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 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 98-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-06): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Feb 13, 1998
- [AD 93-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-19-04): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Oct 18, 1993
- [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 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 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

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [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

## Registered aircraft (6)

- [N409JP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N409JP): [Pointer Ned A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/POINTER%20NED%20A), [The Dalles, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/The%20Dalles), built 2012, S/N 000001
- [N4871E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4871E): [Sloss John W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SLOSS%20JOHN%20W), [Sterling, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Sterling), S/N 7GC-76
- [N584YK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N584YK): [Bachman David A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BACHMAN%20DAVID%20A), [Griggsville, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Griggsville), built 1973, S/N AA1B-0286
- [N68KA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N68KA): [Aakre Keith E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AAKRE%20KEITH%20E), [Granite Falls, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Granite%20Falls), built 1958, S/N 7GC-21
- [N84406](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N84406): [Mio William A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MIO%20WILLIAM%20A), [Intl Falls, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Intl%20Falls), built 1946, S/N 7AC-3080
- [N8918R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8918R): [Doolittle Philip E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DOOLITTLE%20PHILIP%20E), [Dunmore, WV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WV/Dunmore), built 1959, S/N 7HC-20

## NTSB investigations (3)

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 MIA84LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA84LA021), Oct 29, 1983: Champion 7HC (N8918R), Ft. Lauderdale, FL, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA71DKW25](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA71DKW25), Nov 30, 1970: Aeronca 7AC (N84406), Lafayette, TN, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC70DAA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC70DAA02), Feb 22, 1970: Champion 7GC (N4871E), Fairbanks, AK, 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 20110407007269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110407007269I), Apr 7, 2011: Aeronca 7GC (N84406), Gwinn, MI, Minor damage. Pilot stated that he had a normal landing, touched down and floated up a little bit. The left wing had dipped low due to correction for a crosswind. When he…
- [Accident 19831029056031A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19831029056031A), Oct 29, 1983: Bbavia 7HC (N8918R), Ft Lauderdale, FL, Substantial damage. No aileron control after liftoff. Struck a taxiing Cessna N93158.aileron control rod broken taxiing thru grass area

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (24)

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 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-290 Series
- [STC SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company
- [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 SE2392CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2392CE): Installation of B&C Speciality Products lightweight (10.2 pounds) engine starter, part number BC-315-100-1 (12 volts) or part number BC-315-100-3 (24 volts). B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [STC SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp
- [STC SE00218NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00218NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 12 volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists O-290 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-290 Series
- [STC SE01930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01930NY): Installation of Casper Labs 90 degree oil filter housing adapter. Casper Labs 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 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 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-290 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-290 Series
- [STC SA2392CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2392CE): Installation of B & C Specialty Products. Bainbridge William C III
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists O-290 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-290 Series
- [STC SE2036CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2036CE): Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index, and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index(RON+MON)/2. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SE128NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE128NE): Use of AMS/OIL 15W 50 synthetic piston aircraft oil in Avco engines. AMS/OIL. Lists O-290 Series

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