# Lycoming O-320-D2J - Type: Engine model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 41595 - Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING - Model: O-320-D2J - Engine type: Reciprocating - Power: 160 hp - Data sheet: [TCDS E-274](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-274) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Lycoming Engines - Installed in: 96 registered aircraft - Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-d2j 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 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 2012-03-07](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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 80-06-05](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 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 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 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 (96, first 50) - [N115GL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N115GL): [Estu Michael P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ESTU%20MICHAEL%20P), [Huntington Beach, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Huntington%20Beach), built 1997, S/N 115 - [N12045](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12045): [Robinson Claudius E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROBINSON%20CLAUDIUS%20E), [Woodway, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Woodway), built 2019, S/N 21256 - [N120KT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N120KT): [Plane Sense LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLANE%20SENSE%20LLC), [Helena, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Helena), built 2010, S/N 2195 - [N126CK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N126CK): [Cooper Edwin H Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COOPER%20EDWIN%20H%20JR), [Austin, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Austin), built 2006, S/N 695 - [N128CE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N128CE): [Early Roy W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EARLY%20ROY%20W), [Beaver, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Beaver), built 2006, S/N 90989 - [N141JG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N141JG): [Cardinal 1jg LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARDINAL%201JG%20LLC), [Bakersfield, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Bakersfield), built 1968, S/N 17700930 - [N147BR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N147BR): [Vaccaro Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VACCARO%20MICHAEL%20J), [Niceville, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Niceville), built 1995, S/N 2112 - [N149DM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N149DM): [Craig Darrell L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CRAIG%20DARRELL%20L), [Middleburg, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Middleburg), S/N 0918 - [N162HD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N162HD): [Wolfenden Enterprises Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOLFENDEN%20ENTERPRISES%20INC), [Vero Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Vero%20Beach), built 1981, S/N 17274762 - [N166A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N166A): [Rebel Blade Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REBEL%20BLADE%20AVIATION%20INC), [Helendale, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Helendale), S/N 3167 - [N167RV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N167RV): [Welch Jason](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WELCH%20JASON), [Concrete, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Concrete), built 2016, S/N 001 - [N169WH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N169WH): [Noble John E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NOBLE%20JOHN%20E), [New Kent, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/New%20Kent), built 2004, S/N JC10 - [N1724P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1724P): [Nighthawk N8231g LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIGHTHAWK%20N8231G%20LLC), [Pompano Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Pompano%20Beach), built 1985, S/N 17276318 - [N173LL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N173LL): [Barrigada, GU](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GU/Barrigada), built 1982, S/N 17275633, Registration pending - [N221CV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N221CV): [Mears Robert A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEARS%20ROBERT%20A), [Downsville, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Downsville), built 2012, S/N 4021 - [N224GA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N224GA): [Thibodeaux Jason F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THIBODEAUX%20JASON%20F), [Mandeville, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Mandeville), built 2006, S/N 22444 - [N225AN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N225AN): [California In Nice Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CALIFORNIA%20IN%20NICE%20INC), [San Jose, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Jose), built 1986, S/N 17276615 - [N228AN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N228AN): [California In Nice Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CALIFORNIA%20IN%20NICE%20INC), [San Jose, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Jose), built 1981, S/N 17274354 - [N229AN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N229AN): [California In Nice Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CALIFORNIA%20IN%20NICE%20INC), [San Jose, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Jose), built 1982, S/N 17275587 - [N250ZH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N250ZH): [Hatzenbeller James M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HATZENBELLER%20JAMES%20M), [Saint Francis, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Saint%20Francis), built 2017, S/N 5582 - [N25TY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N25TY): [Stratus Consulting LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STRATUS%20CONSULTING%20LLC), [Warrenton, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Warrenton), built 1998, S/N 7001 - [N26TR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26TR): [N26tr LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N26TR%20LLC), [Tucson, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Tucson), built 1987, S/N 2032-L - [N273SB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N273SB): [Aero White LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AERO%20WHITE%20LLC), [Wheat Ridge, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Wheat%20Ridge), built 1997, S/N 1615 - [N280CA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N280CA): [Blue Skies Flight Club LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLUE%20SKIES%20FLIGHT%20CLUB%20LLC), [Cameron Park, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Cameron%20Park), built 2002, S/N 24826 - [N291RP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N291RP): [Gtr Aero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GTR%20AERO%20LLC), [Moultonborough, NH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NH/Moultonborough), built 1981, S/N 17274327 - [N31183](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N31183): [Ial Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/IAL%20CORP), [Lewes, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Lewes), built 2007, S/N AC-01 - [N323EH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N323EH): [Bates Joseph E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BATES%20JOSEPH%20E), [Providence, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Providence), built 2003, S/N 90323 - [N333MH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N333MH): [Merritt Hal S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MERRITT%20HAL%20S), [Hilliard, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Hilliard), built 2001, S/N 001 - [N349CW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N349CW): [Tyson Geoffrey](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TYSON%20GEOFFREY), [Vancouver, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Vancouver), built 2002, S/N 90102 - [N353BH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N353BH): [Heath Robert F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HEATH%20ROBERT%20F), [Lantana, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lantana), built 2007, S/N 90114 - [N372DL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N372DL): [Lebarron David A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEBARRON%20DAVID%20A), [Meeker, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Meeker), built 2003, S/N 90372 - [N3927](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3927): [Lani Lea Sky Tours LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LANI%20LEA%20SKY%20TOURS%20LLC), [Honolulu, HI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/HI/Honolulu), S/N 17276103 - [N3929](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3929): [Lani Lea Sky Tours LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LANI%20LEA%20SKY%20TOURS%20LLC), [Honolulu, HI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/HI/Honolulu), S/N 17276061 - [N3943](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3943): [Nighthawk N8231g LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIGHTHAWK%20N8231G%20LLC), [Pompano Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Pompano%20Beach), built 1984, S/N 17276186 - [N3985](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3985): [Nighthawk N8231g LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIGHTHAWK%20N8231G%20LLC), [Pompano Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Pompano%20Beach), built 1982, S/N 17275841 - [N4021](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4021): [Nighthawk N8231g LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIGHTHAWK%20N8231G%20LLC), [Pompano Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Pompano%20Beach), built 1979, S/N 17272149 - [N408BW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N408BW): [Kough David M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KOUGH%20DAVID%20M), [Nashville, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Nashville), built 2002, S/N 60116 - [N40TP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N40TP): [Draco Flight School DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DRACO%20FLIGHT%20SCHOOL%20DBA), [Chino, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Chino), built 1981, S/N 17274723 - [N410FR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N410FR): [Pottstown, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Pottstown), built 1982, S/N 17275212, Registration pending - [N41LA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41LA): [Cathriner Richard J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CATHRINER%20RICHARD%20J), [Plano, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Plano), built 2009, S/N 263-320-28 - [N427SB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N427SB): [N16rn LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N16RN%20LLC), [Lakewood, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Lakewood), built 2004, S/N 70367 - [N458LB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N458LB): [Beedy Lyle G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BEEDY%20LYLE%20G), [Derby, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Derby), built 2011, S/N 20695 - [N46KB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N46KB): [Boatright Kyle W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOATRIGHT%20KYLE%20W), [Marietta, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Marietta), built 2001, S/N 20343 - [N470JK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N470JK): [Hill Kenneth R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HILL%20KENNETH%20R), [Port Charlotte, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Port%20Charlotte), built 2006, S/N 90310 - [N4828P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4828P): [Flying Nam LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYING%20NAM%20LLC), [Sheridan, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Sheridan), built 1981, S/N 17274828 - [N488TW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N488TW): [Freeman Jack C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FREEMAN%20JACK%20C), [Dumas, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Dumas), built 2002, S/N 4315 - [N500MB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N500MB): [Brown Mark R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROWN%20MARK%20R), [Cotter, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Cotter), built 2011, S/N 24992 - [N511MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N511MP): [N511mp LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N511MP%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1980, S/N 17274472 - [N51582](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N51582): [Flight School Of Gwinnett Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLIGHT%20SCHOOL%20OF%20GWINNETT%20INC), [Lawrenceville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Lawrenceville), built 1981, S/N 17274324 - [N51810](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N51810): [Jones David L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JONES%20DAVID%20L), [Powderly, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Powderly), S/N 224 All 96: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-d2j/aircraft.md ## NTSB investigations (22) 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 CEN25LA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA327), Aug 19, 2025: Marshall Allen L RV6A (N692AC), Centerview, MO, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN25FA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25FA052), Nov 28, 2024: Cozy MK III (N51810), Mineola, TX, destroyed, 2 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA24LA329](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA329), Jul 27, 2024: Cessna 172P (N291RP), Moultonborough, NH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s improper remedial response to a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing. - [NTSB ANC21LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC21LA035), May 1, 2021: Cessna 172P (N3929), Lanai City, HI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The solo student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and a nose-over. - [NTSB ANC20CA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC20CA032), Mar 10, 2020: Cessna 172 (N52168), Big Lake, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper decision to initiate the takeoff roll from a snow-covered taxiway, which resulted in a loss of directional control, runway excursion, and impact with a snow berm. - [NTSB ERA20CA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA20CA114), Feb 26, 2020: Cessna 172 (N291RP), Everglades City, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during the landing flare in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in the left wing striking the runway. - [NTSB GAA20CA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA20CA003), Oct 4, 2019: Vans RV9 (N192DP), Lake Elsinore, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for taxi, which resulted in the landing gear collapsing and a nose-over. - [NTSB GAA19CA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA235), Apr 27, 2019: Bakeng Bakeng Deuce (N19RG), Winston Salem, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground loop. - [NTSB GAA17CA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA268), May 3, 2017: Cessna 172 (N173LL), Kaunakakai, HI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s incorrect flap configuration during the go-around, which resulted in a hard, forced landing. - [NTSB ERA16FA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16FA297), Aug 24, 2016: Heberlein Ronald Vans RV 9A (N379RV), Sebring, FL, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain. - [NTSB GAA15CA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA15CA056), Apr 30, 2015: William D Durkee RV-6 (N91WD), Tunica, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. - [NTSB CEN15FA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15FA032), Oct 28, 2014: Langston, Frederick L RV 4 (N70PM), Boerne, TX, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, because post accident examination did not reveal any mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal… - [NTSB WPR11LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA064), Nov 29, 2010: Kennedy Lancair 320 (N42BK), Hubbard, OR, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The loss of control during takeoff for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment from an over-the-counter sedating medication. - [NTSB CHI08IA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08IA113), Apr 18, 2008: Cessna 172P (N162HD), Kelley's Island, OH, incident, minor damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's selection of the wrong runway and a tailwind. - [NTSB NYC05CA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC05CA082), May 11, 2005: Cessna 172P (N64815), Caldwell, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's improper flare and recovery from a bounced landing. - [NTSB LAX04LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA106), Jan 23, 2004: Cox Thorpe T-18 (N64EC), Compton, CA, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: both pilots' failure to see and avoid one another that resulted in the airplane's encounter with downwash induced wake vortices from the helicopter, and the airplane pilot's subsequent loss of… - [NTSB ANC01LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC01LA126), Aug 19, 2001: Freeman Glastar (N677DT), Glennallen, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to abort the landing. Factors associated with the accident were the pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, and his failure to attain a proper touchdown point. An… - [NTSB ATL88LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL88LA062), Dec 11, 1987: Cessna 172P (N52701), Columbus, OH, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW85LA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW85LA016), Oct 16, 1984: Cessna 172P (N55350), Stillwater, OK, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI84LA287](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI84LA287), Jul 7, 1984: Cessna 172P (N52701), Columbus, OH, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW84LA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW84LA241), May 24, 1984: Cessna 172P (N55350), Stillwater, OK, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX74FUJ46](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX74FUJ46), Mar 23, 1974: Champion 7GCBC (N7538F), Phoenix, AZ, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (44) 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 20261002012909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20261002012909I), Oct 2, 2026: Cessna 172P (N3927), Honolulu, HI, No damage. During takeoff, shortly after liftoff, the aircraft experienced a loss of engine power and was unable to maintain a positive rate of climb. A decision was made… - [Incident 20260909011659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260909011659I), Sep 9, 2026: Cessna 172P (N1724P), Modesto, CA, No damage. On September 9, 2026, at approximately 1850 local time, a Cessna 172P was conducting a part 91 introductory flight from Modesto, California, with two occupants… - [Accident 20250819021689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250819021689A), Aug 19, 2025: Marshall Allen L RV6A (N692AC), Centerview, MO, Substantial damage. This was a familiarization flight for the pilot in command (PIC) to become familier with the RV-6 aircraft. While configuring the aircraft for landing at the… - [Accident 20241127022119A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241127022119A), Nov 27, 2024: Madison Richard COZY (N51810), Destroyed, 2 fatal. On November 27, 2024, at approximately 1828 pm central daylight time (CST), a Cozy, [privacy data omitted], took off from sugar land regional airport (sgr)… - [Incident 20241022016469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241022016469I), Oct 22, 2024: Cessna 172P (N511MP), Pembroke Pines, FL, Minor damage. Pilot stated wind gust, crosswinds during short final. Requested go around and was granted by hwo tower. Second attempt also experienced gust and crosswinds.… - [Accident 20240727010189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240727010189A), Jul 27, 2024: Cessna 172P (N291RP), Moultonborough, NH, Substantial damage. Dra event id: 877464, Moultonborough, NH (4MB): C172 landed runway 2 nose first causing the nose gear to Separate from the aircraft and then flip over. POB: 1,… - [Incident 20240527006449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240527006449I), May 27, 2024: Cessna 172P (N511MP), Fort Lauderdale, FL, Minor damage. On may 27, 2024, at approximately 1920 local at Fort Lauderdale executive airport, a Cessna 172P aircraft that was being flown by a student pilot was cleared… - [Incident 20240120002629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240120002629I), Jan 20, 2024: Cessna 172P (N511MP), Ft Lauderdale, FL, Minor damage. Part 91 flight operated by student pilot struck tail upon landing. No injuries reported. - [Incident 20230904014699I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230904014699I), Sep 4, 2023: Cessna 172P (N3927), Honolulu, HI, Minor damage. The pilot was instructed by ATC to land on the numbers of runway 4L. The pilot lost control on touchdown and the aircraft veered to the right. The aircraft… - [Accident 20210501004839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210501004839A), May 1, 2021: Cessna 172P (N3929), Lanai City, HI, Substantial damage. On may 1, 2021, just before 11:30AM HST [privacy data omitted] approached the airport at Lanai.[privacy data omitted] Approached the VOR from the west and… - [Accident 20200309005259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200309005259A), Mar 9, 2020: Cessna 172N (N52168), Big Lake, AK, Substantial damage. Aircraft landed at bgq. Pilot estimates 2 feet of fresh snow on runway at time of landing. Made two takeoff attempts on runway, aborted due to being unable to… - [Accident 20200226004269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200226004269A), Feb 26, 2020: Cessna 172P (N291RP), Everglades City, FL, Substantial damage. On 26FEB2020, aircraft registered as N291RP piloted by airman [privacy data omitted] [privacy data omitted] private pilot [privacy data omitted] commercial… - [Accident 20191004014189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20191004014189A), Oct 4, 2019: Piermattei Donald L VANS ACFT RV-9A (N192DP), Lake Elsinore, CA, Substantial damage. Aircraft landing was uneventful. During aircraft taxi, the nose gear dug into the soft dirt runway causing the nose gear to break. Aircraft flipped tail… - [Accident 20190427003499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190427003499A), Apr 27, 2019: Graham Rodney BAKENG DEUCE (N19RG), Winstonsalem, NC, Substantial damage. N19RG was landing, given wind short final and as he approached the R22/R33 intersection appeared to ground loop as the pilot had what appeared to be a wind… - [Incident 20180930016559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180930016559I), Sep 30, 2018: Cessna 172P (N52516), Clinton, MD, Minor damage. On September 30, 2018 N52516, a Cessna 172P took off from potomac airfield (vkx) and declared an emergency due to loss of oil pressure. Engine oil bled out… - [Incident 20180607016999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180607016999I), Jun 7, 2018: Cessna 172P (N3927), Kahului, HI, Minor damage. Student overcontrolled aircraft on landing caused aircraft to porpoise and make propeller contact. - [Accident 20170503021549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170503021549A), May 3, 2017: Cessna C172 (N173LL), Molokai, HI, Substantial damage. Molokai, HI (mkk): N173LL, C172, student solo x-c, no injs; rptd elevator issue; lndd on nose; bent fire wall/sub dmg; no ATC svcs; txt sent; notfd… - [Accident 20160824014069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160824014069A), Aug 24, 2016: Heberlein Ronald VAN'S RV-9A (N379RV), Sebring, FL, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Wreckage and ground scars indicate the plane impacted at a moderate angle with a high rate of speed. The local time of impact was at approximately 6:30 am just… - [Incident 20151128020429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20151128020429I), Nov 28, 2015: Cessna 172P (N5352K), Opa Locka, FL, Minor damage. Instructor and student pilot completed a localizer approach on runway 9L at Opa Locka Executive Airport (kopf) and requested a circle-to-land on runway 9R. As… - [Accident 20150430005499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150430005499A), Apr 30, 2015: Durkee William D RV-6 (N91WD), Tunica, MS, Substantial damage. The pilot reported that as he was attempting to take off on runway 35 at Tunica, Mississippi (kuta) on April 30, 2015 about 1650 local time in a RV-6 a large… - [Accident 20141028020209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20141028020209A), Oct 28, 2014: Frederick L Langston RV-4 (N70PM), Boerne, TX, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Witness stated the aircraft was circling above his son's house at a low altitude, a loud pop was heard and then the engine went silent, the pilot started for a… - [Incident 20130829015579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130829015579I), Aug 29, 2013: Durkee William D RV-6 (N91WD), Middleton, WI, Minor damage. On August 29, 2013 at 2005 cdst the pilot of an amateur built RV-6 aircraft experience an engine failure while on down wind to runway 10 Morey Field,… - [Accident 20101129054899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20101129054899A), Nov 29, 2010: Kennedy Wil LANCAIR 320 (N42BK), Hubard, OR, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On 11/29/2010, at approximately 1200 (noon) PST, N42BK, this homebuilt model Lancair 320 crashed and burned at lenhardt airpark (7S9), a private airport near… - [Incident 20100918045349I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100918045349I), Sep 18, 2010: Higginbotha RV-4 (N120KT), Brooksville, MS, Minor damage. Propeller separated aircraft landed without incident. - [Incident 20090925019569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090925019569I), Sep 25, 2009: Piper PA28161 (N53597), Everett, WA, Minor damage. It appears that the pilot was taxiing too close to the corner of the hangar at the same time trying to communicate to ground control of his intent when… - [Accident 20080418833939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080418833939A), Apr 18, 2008: Cessna 172P (N162HD), Kelleys Island, OH, Substantial damage. (-23) [privacy data omitted]the pilot of Cessna 172P, N162HD, landed this aircraft at kelley's Island airport (89D)on runway 27. The aircraft proceeded off of… - [Accident 20050511009609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050511009609A), May 11, 2005: Cessna 172P (N64815), Caldwell, NJ, Substantial damage. (-23) Student pilot rented a CE-172 from a "non 141" school to practice "solo" landings. On the first approach to rny 22 @ cdw, he stated he was "high"… - [Accident 20040123000349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040123000349A), Jan 23, 2004: Amtr T18 (N64EC), Compton, CA, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. (-23) According to witnesses interviewed at the scene of the accident, the pilot of the T-18, N64EC was landing on runway 25 right when he had to maneuver to… - [Accident 20010819039889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010819039889A), Aug 19, 2001: Amtr GLASTAR (N677DT), Gulkana, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot attempted landing at chelle lake airstrip, 17 NM nw of Gulkana, AK. On first pass Mr. Freeman made a low approach to check runway conditions which… - [Incident 20010124005029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010124005029I), Jan 24, 2001: Cessna 172P (N52701), Dubuque, IA, Minor damage. (-23) On an instructional flight, a/c skidded off the taxiway on a turn. Possible factors were prop blast from an EMB-120, excessive speed during taxi,… - [Incident 20000729026869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000729026869I), Jul 29, 2000: Cessna 172P (N9914L), Daytona Beach, FL. (-23)Pilot was decending onto nasa-kennedy space center for sightseeing. Upon decent, the aircraft's throttle cable broke. Pilot contacted NASA tower and… - [Incident 19990211020949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990211020949I), Feb 11, 1999: Cessna 172P (N410FR), St Louis, MO, Minor damage. (-5) Gusty winds present during flare/touchdown on landing. Aircraft departed paved runway and struck low gravel berm alonside service road, damaging nose gear… - [Incident 19980926026739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980926026739I), Sep 26, 1998: Cessna 172P (N9914L), Poughkeepsie, NY, Minor damage. Pilot claimed excessive nose down pressure required for normal cruise flight. Upon landing he hit hard, bounced and damaged nose gear in subsequent touch down. - [Accident 19961008047149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961008047149A), Oct 8, 1996: Cessna 172P (N51582), Santarita, CA, Destroyed. (-16) The pilot's failure to recognize the attached hose was result of human factors issues and not a result of any lack of qualifications. As a result of this… - [Incident 19950613031209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950613031209I), Jun 13, 1995: Cessna 177RG (N52168), Arlington, WA, Minor damage. CFI demo engine failure at night. Brushed trees near awo on go around. Returned to base. Damage found next day. - [Incident 19920830038449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920830038449I), Aug 30, 1992: Amtrru VARIEZELONG (N26TR), San Diego, CA, Minor damage. Pilot failed to lower nose landing gear. Landed nose gear up. - [Incident 19890902050079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890902050079I), Sep 2, 1989: Cessna 172P (N9748L), Mineola, TX, Minor damage. Landed long and ran off end of runway hitting a fence. Inoperative low intensity lights contributed to incident. - [Incident 19880219015629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880219015629I), Feb 19, 1988: Cessna 172P (N51582), Grand Forks, ND, Minor damage. Pilot discharged passengers. Restarted engine to reposition on main ramp. Wind gust flipped aircraft upside down. - [Accident 19871211070199A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871211070199A), Dec 11, 1987: Cessna 172P (N52701), Columbus, OH, Substantial damage. Student pilot landed long and fast with tailwind. Overran end of runway. Nose gear collapsed in soft dirt. - [Accident 19841016074799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841016074799A), Oct 16, 1984: Cessna 172P (N55350), Stillwater, OK, Substantial damage. Blown off taxiway and blown over while attempting to taxi crosswind after landing. Failed to obtain assistance. - [Accident 19840707031279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840707031279A), Jul 7, 1984: Cessna 172P (N52701), Columbus, OH, Substantial damage. Student pilot made hard landing causing nose wheel to collapse. - [Accident 19840523070249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840523070249A), May 23, 1984: Cessna 172P (N55350), Stillwater, OK, Substantial damage. Aircarft lifted off before safe flying speed was reached. Trim was set excessive nose up. - [Incident 19820901051479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820901051479I), Sep 1, 1982: Cessna 172P (N64611), Grand Island, NE, Minor damage. Pilot made a hard landing, ballooned and aircraft landed on nose wheel. - [Accident 19740323007399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740323007399A), Mar 23, 1974: Blanca 7GCBC (N7538F), Phoenix, AZ, Substantial damage. Rt brk failed. Hyd fluid leaked from piston cyl,sand & dirt also found. Last maint 91 hrs prior. ## Service difficulty reports (291, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2025FA0000713](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000713), Oct 10, 2025: EXHAUST VALVE. FAILED. EXHAUST VALVE FAILED DUE TO HEAT STRESS, CAUSING LOW COMPRESSION, LOW ENGINE SPEED AND ENGINE VIBRATIONS WHILE AT CRUISE. - [SDR L9QS2024091200711](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/L9QS2024091200711), Sep 12, 2024: PULLEY. DAMAGED. L/H FLAP BINDING, CAUSING DAMAGE TO L/H FLAP & L/H FLAP DRIVE PULLEY. REPLACED DAMAGED PARTS - [SDR 2024FA0000702](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000702), Sep 9, 2024: CONTROL CABLE. FRAYED. FOUND BOTH AILERON CABLES P/N MC0510105-324 FRAYED AT OUTBOARD PULLEY. AILERON CABLES TSN: 2973.9 - [SDR 2024FA0000685](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000685), Sep 4, 2024: BEARING. BRINELLED. BRINELLED MAIN ROTOR BLADE SPINDLE BEARINGS.TSN: 163.3 - [SDR 8HBR20240909067](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/8HBR20240909067), Aug 7, 2024: GEAR. DAMAGED. CAM GEAR WAS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED/SEATED DURING INITIAL MANUFACTURING WHICH CAUSED EXCESSIVE WEAR AND DAMAGE TO THE CAM GEAR DURING ROTATION AGAINST THE DISTRIB - [SDR 2024FA0000242](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000242), Mar 21, 2024: CONTROL MODULE. INOPERATIVE. AMMETER SHOWING DISCHARGE, NO VOLTAGE TO FIELD. - [SDR 2023FA0000837](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000837), Dec 16, 2023: PUSHROD. DAMAGED. DURING SB388C, EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION FOUND 4EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835-10 & 4EA ROCKERS P/N 17F19357 TO HAVE HEAVY SCUFF - SCORING. ENGINE TT: 2741.1 SI - [SDR 2023FA0000751](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000751), Nov 9, 2023: PUSHROD. DAMAGED. DURING INSPECTION FOR ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE, PERFORMED SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) & FOUND 3EA ROCKER ARMS P/N 17F19357 & 3EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F19957- - [SDR 2023FA0000613](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000613), Oct 19, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY OVERHAULED O-320-D2J, S/N L-17060-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX, SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSP.) FOUND 4EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835-10, 2EA PUSH RODS - [SDR 2023FA0000602](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000602), Oct 18, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY REBUILT - O-320-D2J, S/N RL-20892-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX. SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) FOUND 3EA HYDRUALIC TAPPETS P/N 15B21319, 3EA - [SDR 2023FA0000539](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000539), Sep 14, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY REBUILT O-320-D2J, S/N RL-20764-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX, SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) FOUND 7EA ROCKER ARMS P/N 17F19357, 1 EA PUSH R - [SDR 2023FA0000467](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000467), Aug 25, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY REBUILT O-320-D2J, TSN / TT: 2089.1. DURING ROUTINE MX, LYCOMING SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) FOUND 6EA VALVE PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835 - [SDR 2023FA0000465](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000465), Aug 22, 2023: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. WE EXPERIENCED TWO CRACKED CYLINDERS WITHIN 55.6 TACH HRS OF EACH OTHER. THE CRACKS WERE IN IDENTICAL LOCATIONS AT THE TOP OF THE CYLINDER BARREL WHERE THE BARR - [SDR 2023FA0000246](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000246), May 3, 2023: CRANKCASE. UNKNOWN. ON AUGUST 23, 2022 AN ENGINE EXAMINATION WAS CONDUCTED AT AIR SALVAGE OF DALLAS UNDER FAA OVERSIGHT. A GVI ON THE NUMBER 1 CYLINDER FOUND 4 SMALLER DIAMETER STU - [SDR 2021FA0000050](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000050), Jan 20, 2021: LOCK TAB. LOOSE. FOUND LOOSE CARBURETOR LOCK TAB AND FUEL STAIN. NO OPERATIONAL ABNORMALITY WAS NOTED RELATIVE TO THE DISCREPANCY. CARB WAS CHANGED INSTEAD OF REPAIR FOR CONVENI - [SDR 2020FA0000440](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000440), Oct 2, 2020: CYLINDER. CRACKED. NUMBER ONE CYLINDER BARREL SEPARATION. - [SDR 2020FA0000318](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000318), Jun 30, 2020: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. INSPECTION OF THE ENGINE FOUND FORWARD RIGHT CYLINDER SPLIT MIDWAY IN TWO SECTIONS EXPOSING PISTON AND COMBUSTION CHAMBER LEAVING 1 /1/2 INCH. ROCKER ARM TUBES - [SDR BQVD2020042400000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BQVD2020042400000), Apr 20, 2020: EXHAUST VALVE. STUCK. TACH TIME: 7661.5 POST FLIGHT INSPECTION OF COWL, OIL LEAK DISCOVERED. MAINTENANCE INVESTIGATED AND DISCOVERED #2 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE PUSHROD TUBE BROKEN IN - [SDR 2020FA0000095](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000095), Jan 29, 2020: MUFFLER. CRACKED. PILOT SMELLED BURNING OIL IN CABIN, TURNED OFF CABIN HEAT AND SMELL WENT AWAY. INSPECTION FOUND MUFFLER CRACKED AT TAILPIPE ABOUT 3/4 AROUND TAILPIPE TO MUFFLER - [SDR CA190808002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190808002), Jul 31, 2019: IMPULSE COUPLING. FAILED. (CAN) DURING PRE-TAKEOFF GROUND RUN THE PILOT REPORTED A "DEAD RH MAG". MAINTENANCE INSPECTED THE AIRCRAFT AND FOUND THE IMPULSE COUPLING ON THE RH MAGNETO HAD - [SDR CA190429020](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190429020), Apr 25, 2019: SHUTOFF VALVE. CONTAMINATED. (CAN) ON A TRAINING FLIGHT IT WAS REPORTED THAT ON THE TAKE-OFF ROLL THE ENGINE QUIT AND THE AIRCRAFT WAS ABLE TO COAST OFF THE RUNWAY TO A TAXIWAY. THE AIRCRAF - [SDR CA190401014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190401014), Apr 1, 2019: BOLT. MISSING. (CAN) LOWER NOSE LANDING GEAR ATTACH COLLAR (CAP) HAD ONE OF THE 2 ATTACH BOLTS MISSING AND A GAP WAS EVIDENT ON THE MATING SURFACE ON ONE SIDE. THE FIREWALL, C - [SDR CA190325005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190325005), Mar 21, 2019: RADIO. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) WHILE ON FINAL IN THE CIRCUIT, AIRCRAFT X-XXXX LOST RADIO RECEPTION. STUDENT HAD PREFORMED A GO-AROUND, ENTERED TRANSPONDER SQUAWK CODE 7600 AND CALLED TO - [SDR CA190312013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190312013), Mar 12, 2019: LINE. LOOSE. (CAN) ACCELERATOR PUMP LINE IN CARBURETOR CAME LOOSE AND STOPPED THROTTLE FROM CLOSING ALL THE WAY. (TC# 20190312013) - [SDR CA190311024](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190311024), Mar 6, 2019: SWITCH. MELTED. (CAN) DURING THE FLIGHT THE PILOT REPORTED SMOKE FROM UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THE LANDING LIGHT SWITCH HAD OVERHEATED, PAR - [SDR CA190201017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190201017), Jan 31, 2019: ALTERNATOR. INOPERATIVE. (CAN) AT CRUISE RETURNING TO BASE CREW NOTICED ALTERNATOR DROPPED OFF. CREW CHECKED SWITCH AND CIRCUIT BREAKER. CHECKED OK. ON FINAL INTO CYBW INTERMITTENT FLAP - [SDR CA180207025](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA180207025), Feb 6, 2018: LIMIT SWITCH. FAILED. (CAN) PILOT NOTED THAT THE FLAPS WOULD NOT RETRACT FROM 10 DEGREES AFTER LANDING. AIRCRAFT WAS BROUGHT INTO HANGAR AND FLAP SYSTEM WAS CHECKED. IT WAS DISCOVERE - [SDR CA180116016](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA180116016), Jan 12, 2018: VALVE SEAT. WORN. (CAN) DURING HOT CYLINDER COMPRESSION TEST OF ENGINE FOUND NR 3 CYLINDER TO HAVE 0 COMPRESSION. DURING TROUBLESHOOTING, FOUND EXHAUST VALVE TRAIN TO HAVE ZERO C - [SDR 2017FA0000503](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000503), Sep 11, 2017: O-RING. WORN. AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED LOSS OF LT BRAKES DURING TAXI TO RUNWAY. PILOT WAS ABLE TO STOP WITH OTHER BRAKE AND ELECTED TO HAVE AIRCRAFT TOWED TO PARKING. NO PRESSURE - [SDR 8HBR20170710005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/8HBR20170710005), Jul 7, 2017: CYLINDER. CRACKED. PILOT REPORTED ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE. THE NR 1 CYLINDER WAS FOUND CRACKED FOUR INCHES ACROSS THE INTAKE VALVE. - [SDR 2017FA0000181](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000181), May 9, 2017: WIRE HARNESS. DEFECTIVE. BAD MAG DROP. UNABLE TO BURN OFF. LOSS OF RPM ON TAKEOFF ROLL. DECIDED TO REPLACE IGNITION HARNESS BY PROCESS OF ELIMINATION. REPLACEMENT CORRECTED THE ISSUE. - [SDR 2016FA0000394](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000394), Jul 26, 2016: BATTERY PACK. EXPLODED. ONE OF OUR AIRCRAFT WAS INSTALLED WITH ELT, MODEL AK-451 ON OCTOBER 2010. ON MARCH 15, 2016 WE REPLACED THE BATTERY. ON JULY 26, 2016 AIRCRAFT FLEW FOR TRAINING - [SDR CA160221003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA160221003), Feb 13, 2016: CONTROL CABLE. FRAYED. (CAN) BOTH AILERON DIRECT CABLES FRAYED AT PULLEYS. NORMAL WEAR. - [SDR CA160221004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA160221004), Feb 13, 2016: CONTROL CABLE. FRAYED. (CAN) BOTH RUDDER CABLES FOUND FRAYED AT PULLEYS. - [SDR CA160211008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA160211008), Feb 11, 2016: TUBE. FAILED. (CAN) STUDENT AND INSTRUCTOR WERE TAXING TO RUNWAY WHEN STUDENT NOTICED STEERING FELT STIFF. INSTRUCTOR TOOK OVER AND MOVED ACFT OFF TO SIDE OF TAXIWAY. INSTRUC - [SDR CA160205007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA160205007), Feb 5, 2016: HEATER. SMOKE. (CAN) DURING TAXI FOR TAKOFF, PILOT REPORTED SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT AND REQUESTED RETURN TO BLOCKS. SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION COULD FIND NO DEFECT WITH WIRING OR WITH - [SDR CA151217004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA151217004), Dec 10, 2015: MAGNETO. OUT OF LIMITS. (CAN) MAGNETO TIMING ADVANCED 5 DEGREES IN 50 HRS SINCE 500 HR INSPECTION. - [SDR CA151217005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA151217005), Dec 10, 2015: MAGNETO. NOT REPORTED. (CAN) MAGNETO TIMING ADVANCED 3 DEGREES IN 50HRS SINCE 500HR INSP. - [SDR CA151119011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA151119011), Nov 18, 2015: AXLE. CRACKED. (CAN) WHILE DOING A ROUTINE TIRE REPLACEMENT, UPON REMOVAL OF THE TIRE ASSY FROM THE LT AXLE, THE AXLE WAS CLEANED AND INSPECTION REVEALED WHAT LOOKED LIKE A CR - [SDR CA151109007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA151109007), Nov 6, 2015: RIB. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, UPON INSPECTION AT 100 HR INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE BULKHEAD ASSY, PN 0513363-23, TUNNEL LT RIB WAS CRACKED WHERE THE R - [SDR 2015FA0000461](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000461), Sep 23, 2015: CARBURETOR. LOOSE. FOUR SCREWS ON THE CARBURETOR CAME LOOSE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO RUN ROUGH AND THE PILOT MADE AN EMERGENCY LANDING, WHICH RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT. - [SDR CA150707008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150707008), Jun 23, 2015: MAGNETO. OUT OF ADJUST. (CAN) MAGNETO TIMING HAD DRIFTED FROM 25 TO 32 DEGREES BTDC AFTER ONLY 53.9HRS SINCE 500HR INSPECTION. - [SDR CA150611007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150611007), May 28, 2015: MAGNETO. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) MAGNETO WOULD NOT TIME PROPERLY AT 490 HRS TTSN. SUSPECT CARBON TRACKING OR OTHER INTERNAL FAILURE. - [SDR CA150611006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150611006), May 27, 2015: MAGNETO. FAILED. (CAN) MAGNETO FAILED FUNCTION CHECK AT ONLY 200.5 HRS TTSN. MAGNETO SHOWED SIGNS OF INTERNAL CARBON TRACKING. - [SDR CA150511012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150511012), May 7, 2015: TUBE. BROKEN. (CAN) THE ACCELERATOR TUBE BROKE & BECAME JAMMED IN BETWEEN THE BUTTERFLY VLV & HOUSING OF THE CARB. THE PILOT WAS UNABLE TO ADJUST THE THROTTLE CONTROL. THE TU - [SDR CA150505003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150505003), May 4, 2015: MAGNETO. OUT OF ADJUST. (CAN) MAGNETO TIMING OUT BY 5 DEGREES ONLY 101.5 HRS AFTER 500 HR INSPECTION. - [SDR CA150501004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150501004), Apr 29, 2015: CRANKCASE. CRACKED. (CAN) CRANKCASE HALVES FOUND TO BE CRACKED AT NR 2 & NR 4 LOWER FORWARD THRU STUD REINFORCMENT BOSSES. - [SDR CA150417006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150417006), Apr 13, 2015: NUT. SEPARATED. (CAN) CROSSWIND HARD LANDING ON NOSE CAUSING NUT TO SEPARATE, OPENING OF THE FORK, WHEEL FOUND SHIFTER. PART SEND FOR NDT. NO VISIBLE DAMAGE EXCEPT SCRATCH ON 1 - [SDR CA150310010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150310010), Mar 9, 2015: SPRING. BROKEN. (CAN) PILOT REPORTED LOUD BANG ON TAXI IN FROM FLIGHT AND RUDDER FELT LOOSE. RUDDER CONTROL SYSTEM INSPECTED FOUND RUDDER RETURN SPRING BROKEN ON LT RUDDER BAR. - [SDR CA150316009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150316009), Mar 2, 2015: POINTS. FAILED. (CAN) MAGNETO POINTS FAILED TO OPEN DURING ROUTINE TIMING CHECK AT 253 HRS SINCE 500HR INSPECTION. All 291: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-d2j/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (46) 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-320 Series - [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com. Lists O-320 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 SE2391CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2391CE): 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) on engines with ring gears that have 122 teeth. B & C Specialty Products Inc. Lists O-320 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 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 SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp - [STC SE03215CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03215CH): STC for the conversion of Lycoming O-320-A, B, C, D, E; IO-320-A, B, C, D, E, F; AIO-320-A, B; AEIO-320-D, E to increase engine displacement to 340 cubic inches by installation of a crankshaft with a longer stroke. Continental Motors, Inc - [STC SE4408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4408SW): Miscellaneous engine cylinder replacement parts. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-320 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-320 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-320 Series - [STC SE2901NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2901NM): Lycoming valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee - [STC SE00590DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00590DE): Installation of modified Lubricated Camshaft. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC - [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 SE419CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE419CH): 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 ) ignition system. 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 SE2587CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2587CE): Add unleaded and leaded automotive gasoline, 91 minimum antiknock index per ASTM specification D-439. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SE01930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01930NY): Installation of Casper Labs 90 degree oil filter housing adapter. Casper Labs 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-320 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-320 Series - [STC SE00590LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00590LA): Installation of Nickson's cylinder barrels on Lycoming reciprocating engine models. Nickson's Machine Shop Inc. Lists O-320-D 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-320 Series - [STC SE3647SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3647SW): Engine replacement parts. U.S. Technical. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists O-320 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-320 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-320 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-320 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-320 Series - [STC SE1445SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1445SO): Use of Aero-blend oil additive in Teledyne (non turbocharged) aircraft engines. ProTec. Lists O-320 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-320 Series - [STC SE508AL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE508AL): Addition of crankcase relief valve. Univair Aircraft Corp - [STC SE2392SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2392SW): Conversion to fuel injection configuration equivalent IO-320-E2A. Swick Aircraft. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE2-7](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2-7): Carburetor air temperature bulb in Marvel-Schebler MA-4-5 carburetor. McElroy Lynn. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE5CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5CE): Prestolite ALK-5001 alternator. Larsen Industries. Lists O-320 Series --- 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.