# Lycoming O-320-D3G

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 42156
- Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING
- Model: O-320-D3G
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 160 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-274](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-274) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Lycoming Engines
- Installed in: 134 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-d3g

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 (134, first 50)

- [N1047M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1047M): [Christiansen Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHRISTIANSEN%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2007, S/N 2842286
- [N121DD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N121DD): [Rowlands Owen D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROWLANDS%20OWEN%20D), [Pueblo West, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Pueblo%20West), built 2013, S/N 12136
- [N123DU](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N123DU): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), built 1977, S/N 287716195
- [N12HT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12HT): [Ranieri Paul A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RANIERI%20PAUL%20A), [Palatine, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Palatine), built 2012, S/N 5044
- [N146PT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N146PT): [Coco Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COCO%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1979, S/N 28-7916307
- [N1482Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1482Q): [Ingle Benny W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INGLE%20BENNY%20W), [Cherokee, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Cherokee), built 2014, S/N 21004
- [N161RV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N161RV): [Matice Brian W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MATICE%20BRIAN%20W), [Riverview, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Riverview), built 2022, S/N 74520
- [N162LH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N162LH): [Farmingdale State College](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARMINGDALE%20STATE%20COLLEGE), [Farmingdale, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Farmingdale), built 2010, S/N 2842361
- [N163LH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N163LH): [Farmingdale State College](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARMINGDALE%20STATE%20COLLEGE), [Farmingdale, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Farmingdale), built 2010, S/N 2842362
- [N178EZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N178EZ): [Stinemetze Matthew W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STINEMETZE%20MATTHEW%20W), [Tehachapi, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Tehachapi), built 2007, S/N 001
- [N183FC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N183FC): [Pinnacle Medical Solutions LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PINNACLE%20MEDICAL%20SOLUTIONS%20LLC), [New York, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/New%20York), built 2009, S/N 90183
- [N194KW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N194KW): [Forensic Investigation Research Experts Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FORENSIC%20INVESTIGATION%20RESEARCH%20EXPERTS%20INC), [Fleming Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fleming%20Island), S/N 90177
- [N203F](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N203F): [Space Coast Aircraft Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPACE%20COAST%20AIRCRAFT%20CO), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1984, S/N 288416083
- [N207AB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N207AB): [Coco Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COCO%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1989, S/N 2841284
- [N2112G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2112G): [A&J Aircraft Leasing Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/A%26J%20AIRCRAFT%20LEASING%20INC), [Burlington, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Burlington), built 1978, S/N 28-7816367
- [N213AZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N213AZ): [Hardcastle Kenny W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARDCASTLE%20KENNY%20W), [Caulfield, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Caulfield), built 2018, S/N 90277
- [N221RB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N221RB): [Schmidt Aaron](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHMIDT%20AARON), [Bisbee, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Bisbee), built 1992, S/N 1157
- [N225WD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N225WD): [Svajda David J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SVAJDA%20DAVID%20J), [Olathe, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Olathe), built 2012, S/N 22209
- [N22XR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22XR): [Kabil Flyers Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KABIL%20FLYERS%20INC), [Vestal, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Vestal), built 2013, S/N 025
- [N235FY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N235FY): [Space Coast Aircraft Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPACE%20COAST%20AIRCRAFT%20CO), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1989, S/N 2841285
- [N236FY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N236FY): [Space Coast Aircraft Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPACE%20COAST%20AIRCRAFT%20CO), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 2000, S/N 2842023
- [N236SF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N236SF): [Saint Michael, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Saint%20Michael), built 2014, S/N 3031, Registration pending, pending cancellation
- [N237FY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N237FY): [Space Coast Aircraft Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPACE%20COAST%20AIRCRAFT%20CO), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1989, S/N 2842015
- [N238FY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N238FY): [Space Coast Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPACE%20COAST%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1989, S/N 2841175
- [N238G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N238G): [Mac-V Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAC-V%20AVIATION%20INC), [Central Point, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Central%20Point), built 2007, S/N 196C
- [N259PE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N259PE): [Paris Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PARIS%20AIR%20INC), [Vero Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Vero%20Beach), built 1977, S/N 28-7716226
- [N280BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N280BG): [D&J Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/D%26J%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Gotha, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Gotha), built 2002, S/N 2842167
- [N281BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N281BG): [D&J Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/D%26J%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Apopka, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Apopka), built 2006, S/N 2842280
- [N282BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N282BG): [Bowling Green Flight Center LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOWLING%20GREEN%20FLIGHT%20CENTER%20LLC), [Bowling Green, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Bowling%20Green), built 2016, S/N 2842418
- [N2836N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2836N): [Great Planes Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREAT%20PLANES%20AVIATION%20INC), [Rochester, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Rochester), built 1979, S/N 28-7916461
- [N283BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N283BG): [Bowling Green Flight Center LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOWLING%20GREEN%20FLIGHT%20CENTER%20LLC), [Bowling Green, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Bowling%20Green), built 2016, S/N 2842419
- [N285BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N285BG): [Bowling Green Flight Center LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOWLING%20GREEN%20FLIGHT%20CENTER%20LLC), [Bowling Green, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Bowling%20Green), built 2016, S/N 2842420
- [N286BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N286BG): [D&J Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/D%26J%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Apopka, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Apopka), built 2006, S/N 2842259
- [N287BG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N287BG): [D&J Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/D%26J%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Apopka, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Apopka), built 2006, S/N 2842260
- [N289HG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N289HG): [Georgia Aviation Authority](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GEORGIA%20AVIATION%20AUTHORITY), [Eastman, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Eastman), built 2002, S/N 2842146
- [N290KZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N290KZ): [Rowland Glen J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROWLAND%20GLEN%20J), [Monrovia, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Monrovia), built 2024, S/N 1220233
- [N3020S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3020S): [Andre Frazier LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANDRE%20FRAZIER%20LLC), [Anacortes, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Anacortes), built 1979, S/N 28-7916295
- [N320KR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N320KR): [Reeves Jesse L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REEVES%20JESSE%20L), [Rochester, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Rochester), built 2008, S/N 111091
- [N323JS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N323JS): [Cabe Joseph L Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CABE%20JOSEPH%20L%20JR), [San Antonio, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/San%20Antonio), built 2006, S/N 1
- [N332DW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N332DW): [Weddle Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WEDDLE%20SCOTT), [Prineville, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Prineville), built 2026, S/N 32M
- [N335AC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N335AC): [Fort Pierce, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Pierce), built 2006, S/N 2842274, Registration pending
- [N335HC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N335HC): [Otis Stephen H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OTIS%20STEPHEN%20H), [Mcalester, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Mcalester), built 2006, S/N 022
- [N352AC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N352AC): [Flight Leasing Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLIGHT%20LEASING%20CORP), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2006, S/N 2842277
- [N3545B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3545B): [Desert Aircraft Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DESERT%20AIRCRAFT%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Scottsdale, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Scottsdale), built 2011, S/N 23115
- [N358CA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N358CA): [Freeman Braxton L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FREEMAN%20BRAXTON%20L), [West Lebanon, NH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NH/West%20Lebanon), built 1989, S/N 2841283
- [N359TR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N359TR): [Tremblay Bernard](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TREMBLAY%20BERNARD), [Washington, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Washington), built 2022, S/N 5808
- [N370TC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N370TC): [D & J Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/D%20%26%20J%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Apopka, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Apopka), built 2006, S/N 2842269
- [N373CA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N373CA): [Coco Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COCO%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1988, S/N 2841014
- [N380WG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N380WG): [Guhl Wolfgang](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GUHL%20WOLFGANG), [Marietta, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Marietta), built 2010, S/N 91618
- [N38974](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N38974): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), built 1976, S/N 28-7716305

All 134: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-d3g/aircraft.md

## NTSB investigations (16)

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 ERA26LA361](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA361), Sep 26, 2026: Piper PA-28-161 (N636FT), Sarasota, FL, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA25LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA035), Oct 5, 2024: Piper PA28 (N207AB), Merritt Island, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A worn fuel selector valve, which resulted in a restriction of fuel flow to the engine and a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB ERA24LA336](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA336), Jul 28, 2024: Piper PA-28-161 (N8580E), Immokalee, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s (of the high wing airplane) inadequate visual lookout, which resulted in a ground collision with another airplane while taxiing.
- [NTSB WPR22LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA102), Feb 20, 2022: Darrell D. Dugger Mustang II (N121DD), Cheyenne, WY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll which resulted in an aborted takeoff and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA21LA349](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA21LA349), Aug 30, 2021: Piper PA-28-161 (N864LM), Grant-Valkaria, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB GAA20CA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA20CA038), Oct 20, 2019: Piper PA28 (N637FT), Wedgefield, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird.
- [NTSB GAA19CA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA104), Jan 6, 2019: Piper PA28 (N282BG), Bowling Green, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control upon touchdown, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a ditch.
- [NTSB GAA17CA503](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA503), Aug 19, 2017: Piper PA 28 (N536CA), Mohave, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper airspeed and pitch control during landing in variable, gusting wind conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and hard landing.
- [NTSB ERA14LA388](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14LA388), Aug 14, 2014: Piper PA-28-161 (N706GS), Buffalo, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the airframe and engine test run revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would…
- [NTSB ERA14LA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14LA268), Apr 4, 2014: Piper PA-28-161 (N642FT), Melbourne, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s overpriming of the engine during multiple unsuccessful engine start attempts on an active runway, which resulted in an engine compartment fire.
- [NTSB ERA12CA407](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA407), Jun 19, 2012: Piper PA-28-161 (N373CA), Lake Wales, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the student pilot’s power management, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's premature power…
- [NTSB WPR11CA298](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA298), Jun 16, 2011: Piper PA-28-161 (N434K), Goodyear, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor's delayed remedial action and failure to maintain lateral control.
- [NTSB WPR09LA287](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA287), Jun 14, 2009: Howard Long EZ (N7999H), Placerville, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inability to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to a jammed brake cable.
- [NTSB CHI08FAMS2](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08FAMS2), Feb 21, 2008: Piper PA-28-161 (N60842), Vik, Iceland, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's decision to fly into an area of forecast weather suitable for structural icing. Contributing to the accident was the effect of the structural icing encountered.
- [NTSB ATL03LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA022), Dec 3, 2002: Piper PA-28-161 (N289HG), Eastman, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilots failure to maintain a visual lookout resulting in the subsequent on ground collision with a hangar.
- [NTSB MIA99LA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA063), Jan 5, 1999: Piper PA-28-161 (N9225N), Pahokee, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot-in command's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing to the accident was the lack of total experience by the pilot-in-command.

## FAA accident and incident reports (48)

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 20250418003679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250418003679I), Apr 18, 2025: Piper PA-28-161 (N398H), Pahokee, FL, Minor damage. On April 18th at 0830 [privacy data omitted] landed on rwy 18 at kphk (Pahokee). After a successful landing, the pilot taxied back and lined up on rwy 18. He…
- [Incident 20241108020549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241108020549I), Nov 8, 2024: Piper PA-28-161 (N635FT), Jacksonville, FL, Minor damage. During taxi out on a night flight, the solo student pilot turned the acft onto an arpt access road and the acft struck a stop sign. He then continued on toward…
- [Accident 20241005015559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241005015559A), Oct 5, 2024: Piper PA-28-161 (N207AB), Merritt Island, FL, Substantial damage. The pilot departed from runway 11 at approximately 1445 and stated that around 200 feet the engine began to run rough and experienced low RPM. After performing…
- [Accident 20240728014942A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240728014942A), Jul 28, 2024: Piper PA-28-161 (N8580E), Immokalee, FL, Substantial damage. On 7/28/2024 at Immokalee Airport a Piper PA-28-161 while taxing (south) on FBO ramp area to taxiway c, for runway 18/36; at the same time a Cessna 172N was…
- [Incident 20240702006259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240702006259I), Jul 2, 2024: Piper PA-28-161 (N373CA), Merritt Island, FL, Minor damage. On 07/02/2024 at 1300 EST aircraft was landing on rwy 11 at kcoi when the pilot landed long which resulted in the aircraft running off the runway and coming to…
- [Incident 20221118017639I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221118017639I), Nov 18, 2022: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N4445K), Ocala, FL, Minor damage. Pilot departed Ocala int airport(ocf) styarted right crosswind, once cleared for southwest departure encountered a birdstrike on right wing while in turn.…
- [Accident 20220220002399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220220002399A), Feb 20, 2022: Dugger Darrell D MUSTANG II (N121DD), Cheyenne, WY, Substantial damage. N121DD was taking off on runway 13 when it veered sharply to the left shortly after rotation. The aircraft hit the infield sod area , skipped accross the…
- [Accident 20210830015179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210830015179A), Aug 30, 2021: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N864LM), Kenansville, FL, Destroyed. A Piper PA-28 aircraft owned by 2 fly airborne in merritt island, was being flown by a private pilot, no instruction gaining flight time. A passenger, also on…
- [Incident 20210121000519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210121000519I), Jan 21, 2021: Piper PA-28-161 (N9225N), Lakeland, FL, Minor damage. N9225N was struck by bird on takeoff roll, takeoff aborted.
- [Incident 20200303006019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200303006019I), Mar 3, 2020: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N4445Y), Vero Beach, FL, Minor damage. Upon rollout from landing, flat nose tire. It was a perfectly normal soft landing. Stopped aircraft on rwy 22 intersection c. had maintenance replace nose…
- [Incident 20200120000029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200120000029I), Jan 20, 2020: Piper PA-28-161 (N8578Z), Vero Beach, FL, Minor damage. SFY443/N8578Z was doing VFR pattern work, reported striking a medium size bird on the right downwind. Dented wing. Did not need assistance and was not…
- [Accident 20191020021939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20191020021939A), Oct 20, 2019: Piper PA-28-161 (N637FT), Melbourne, FL, Substantial damage. The aircraft departed Melbourne airport(mlb) for an instructional flight and experience a bird strike at 4000 feet approx. 15 miles northwest of the airport…
- [Incident 20190606006009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190606006009I), Jun 6, 2019: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N453ND), No damage. During a training flight the aircraft taxi from parking to active runway, perform all required engine performance checks with no defects noted by aircrew.…
- [Incident 20190531005489I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190531005489I), May 31, 2019: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N163LH), Groton, CT, Minor damage. Pilot attempted to start aircraft to depart Groton Airport. During the engine starting sequence the engine caught on fire. Ground crew extinguished the fire…
- [Incident 20190108007359I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190108007359I), Jan 8, 2019: Piper PA-28-161 (N639FT), Melbourne, FL, No damage. N639FT, PA28, landed long on runway 5, went through grass and entered runway 9R. Aircraft towed to the ramp. POB: 1, injuries: none, damage: none.
- [Accident 20190106000129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190106000129A), Jan 6, 2019: Piper PA-28-161 (N282BG), Bowling Green, OH, Substantial damage. Pilot stated she was high on approach, lowered nose and didn't realize speed at touchdown. Floated used wrong corrections to maintain directional control.…
- [Incident 20181217022169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20181217022169I), Dec 17, 2018: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N44426), Vero Beach, FL, No damage. Vero Beach, FL (vrb): SKY426, PA28, struck a bird while departing runway 12L. Aircraft returned to vrb and landed without incident. Damage: none. 12/17/2018…
- [Incident 20180724017929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180724017929I), Jul 24, 2018: Piper PA-28-161 (N635FT), Melbourne, FL, Minor damage. The acft experienced an engine compartment fire and sustained minor damage, after landing on rwy 05. The engine reportedly quit during the ldg rollout, as the…
- [Incident 20180503014949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180503014949I), May 3, 2018: Piper PA-28-161 (N4445S), Clewiston, FL, Minor damage. After aircraft came to a full stop at Airglades park (2IS), pilot taxied back to runway 13, performed pre departure check for radio call. Aircraft taxied onto…
- [Incident 20180424004059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180424004059I), Apr 24, 2018: Piper PA-28-161 (N398H), Merritt Island, FL, Minor damage. The acft departed rwy 29 at coi on a part 61 instructional flt, and the otbd rt wing of the acft subsequently impacted a large bird about 1 mile from the arpt…
- [Incident 20171230023919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171230023919I), Dec 30, 2017: Piper PA-28-161 (N373CA), Merritt Island, FL, Minor damage. The solo student pilot reptd the following: he landed on rwy 29 and was attempting to exit the rwy at the A2 taxiway intersection, when he "applied left rudder…
- [Incident 20171106018329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171106018329I), Nov 6, 2017: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N453ND), Fort Pierce, FL, No damage. N453ND, PA28, reported a bird strike while departing runway 10R. There was no damage reported. Maintenance cleaned and inspected aircraft and verified there…
- [Incident 20171030020489I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171030020489I), Oct 30, 2017: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N641FT), Palm Beach, FL, No damage. Upon landing at the pbi airport airman castillo cocio ran off the runway and into the grass.
- [Accident 20170819011709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170819011709A), Aug 19, 2017: Piper PA-28-161 (N536CA), Mohave, AZ, Substantial damage. Pilot landed on runway 18 at sun valley airport near fort Mohave, Arizona. During the flare, just prior to touchdown, pilot stated that he encountered a strong…
- [Incident 20151023017349I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20151023017349I), Oct 23, 2015: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N453ND), Palm Beach, FL, No damage. Aircraft departed west Palm Beach airport (kpbi) traveling to fort pierce airport (kfpr) while climbing through 2800 feet of elevation they felt loss of power…
- [Incident 20141203022939I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20141203022939I), Dec 3, 2014: Piper PA-28-161 (N635FT), Melbourne, FL, Minor damage. Mlb ATCT report: "Melbourne, FL (mlb): FITT35, PA28, reported a bird strike on approach to rwy 09R. Aircraft landed without incident. Minor damage to right…
- [Accident 20140814015749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140814015749A), Aug 14, 2014: Piper PA-28-161 (N706GS), Buffalo, NY, Substantial damage. On August 14, 2014 at about 1450 hrs local time this aircraft departed runway 23 at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport with one pilot and two passengers…
- [Incident 20140404005039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140404005039I), Apr 4, 2014: Piper Aircraft Inc PA-28-161 (N642FT), Melbourne, FL, Substantial damage. A Piper PA-28-161 aircraft assigned to fit encountered an engine compartment fire after landing. The crew reported that on roll out the engine stalled. They…
- [Incident 20130904016189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130904016189I), Sep 4, 2013: Piper PA-28-161 (N637FT), Melbourne, FL, No damage. On September 4, 2013, at or about 07:48 EDT, N637FT, an fit aviation, LLC, Piper warrior iii, experienced a loss of engine power at an estimated altitude of 50…
- [Incident 20130726015191I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130726015191I), Jul 26, 2013: Piper PA-28-161 (N9210B), Ormond Beach, FL, Minor damage. N704FE collided with N9210B while N704FE was attempting to taxi around N9201B at the run-up area for runway 26 at komn. N704FE left wingtip struck N9210B'S…
- [Incident 20120903019899I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120903019899I), Sep 3, 2012: Piper PA-28-161 (N533CA), Miami, FL, Minor damage. The flight originated at kfxe to kcoi then to ktmb. The aircraft landed at ktmb for a 40 minute crew rest, after the rest the pilot attempted to start the…
- [Accident 20120619011339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120619011339A), Jun 19, 2012: Piper PA-28-161 (N373CA), Lake Wales, FL, Substantial damage. Aircraft experienced hard landing. No injuries to either crew; substantial damage to airframe. Aircraft was on third circuit of pattern at X07 runway 6. Crew…
- [Incident 20111219029839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20111219029839I), Dec 19, 2011: Piper PA-28-161 (N536CA), Ocala, FL, No damage. During a engine start prior to flight on a hot engine crew had indication of an engine fire. Crew exited aircraft and as a precaution applied fire…
- [Accident 20110616012409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110616012409A), Jun 16, 2011: Piper PA-28-161 (N434K), Goodyear, AZ, Substantial damage. At approximately 1102 PST on June 16, 2011, N434K, operated by [privacy data omitted], flight instructor certificate number [privacy data omitted], suffered a…
- [Incident 20110611011309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110611011309I), Jun 11, 2011: Piper PA-28-161 (N358CA), Merritt Island, FL, Minor damage. [privacy data omitted] (A student pilot-med cert # [privacy data omitted]) was on a solo flight performing full stop landings and takeoffs on runway 11 at the…
- [Incident 20100501032719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100501032719I), May 1, 2010: Piper PA-28-161 (N639FT), Lakeland, FL, Minor damage. Upon landing the pilot struck the nose gear on the runway and started to porpise the aircraft and struck the propellar on the runway.
- [Incident 20100215027369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100215027369I), Feb 15, 2010: Piper Aircr PA-28-161 (N462ND), Fargo, ND, Minor damage. Student pilot on initial solo x-c flight. While attempting a stop and go landing at kfar directional control was lost and the aircraft veered off to the west…
- [Incident 20100115026129I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100115026129I), Jan 15, 2010: Piper PA-28-161 (N9225N), Crescent City, FL, No damage. During flight, at approximately 1000 feet altitude, Mr. Simon davis, the pilot in command heard a loud bang and notices an immediate lost of engine power…
- [Accident 20090613014659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090613014659A), Jun 13, 2009: Amtr LONGEZ (N7999H), Placerville, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) Enroute from the marysville airport, CA and subsequent landing at Placerville Airport, CA. Onto runway 23 the left brake failed. The airplane veered of…
- [Incident 20080619842039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080619842039I), Jun 19, 2008: Piper PA28161 (N761M), Tucson, AZ, Minor damage. (-23) Student on cross-country flight landed on ryanfield and taxied up to fuel pumps. Student pilot erroneously believed that the yellow line painted on the…
- [Incident 20070321005399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070321005399I), Mar 21, 2007: Piper PA28161 (N9210B), Valkaria, FL, Substantial damage. (-23) On March 21, 2007, at 1145 eastern daylight time, a Piper PA-28-161, N9210B, experienced the loss of directional control, immediately after landing…
- [Incident 20050110000559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050110000559I), Jan 10, 2005: Piper PA28161 (N618FT), Melbourne, FL, Minor damage. (-23) After landing runway 9RIGHT at Melbourne, FL the student pilot made a turn from taxiway "r" to taxiway "d". Due to speed and misjudging the turn she ran…
- [Accident 20021203032829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20021203032829A), Dec 3, 2002: Piper PA28161 (N289HG), Eastman, GA, Substantial damage. (-23) On taxiing to the parking area, the pilot became distracted inside the cockpit and struck a hangar with left wing.
- [Incident 20000229000839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000229000839I), Feb 29, 2000: Piper PA28161 (N9225N), Homestead, FL, Minor damage. Inspected accident site on 3-1-00 at approximately 1500. Aw inspector glj inspected engine oil supply and noted no oil on the dip stick. The dip stick was…
- [Accident 19990105000169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990105000169A), Jan 5, 1999: Piper PA28161 (N9225N), Pahokee, FL, Substantial damage. Pilot called mia afss on phk rco 122.35 at 1848Z. Reported having accident on deptg rwy 35 at phk, pilot said he was not injured. Acft off side of rwy 35…
- [Incident 19961129041519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961129041519I), Nov 29, 1996: Piper PA28161 (N9210B), Fort Pierce, FL. Lost power downwind pattern. Made runway. Engine checked normal on test.
- [Incident 19880228015639I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880228015639I), Feb 28, 1988: Piper PA28161 (N3020S), Edgington, IL, Minor damage. Engine power lost. Forced landing in a field. Caused by a failure of the magneto distributor gear finger pin.
- [Incident 19820531041839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820531041839I), May 31, 1982: Piper PA28161 (N3020S), Kansas City, MO, Minor damage. Taxied down service road instead of taxiway. Wing tip struck a post.

## Service difficulty reports (279, newest 50)

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

- [SDR ECPR20260731001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR20260731001), Jul 27, 2026: SPARK PLUG. CRACKED. A SPARK PLUG WAS REPLACED DURING A SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE INSPECTION. DURING THE POST-MAINTENANCE OPERATIONAL CHECK, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY DEVELOPED ROUGHNESS AND 
- [SDR ECPR20260624002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR20260624002), Jun 24, 2026: BRACKET. CORRODED. THE LEFT WING CENTER FLAP HINGE BRACKET WAS FOUND WITH CORROSION PITTINING THAT WAS BEYOND REWORK LIMITS NECESSITATINING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE BRACKET. THE ORI
- [SDR ECPR20260624003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR20260624003), Jun 24, 2026: BRACKET. CORRODED. THE LEFT WING CENTER FLAP HINGE BRACKET WAS FOUND WITH CORROSION PITTINING THAT WAS BEYOND REWORK LIMITS NECESSITATINING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE BRACKET. THE ORI
- [SDR ECPR202606004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR202606004), Jun 24, 2026: BRACKET. CORRODED. THE RIGHT WING CENTER FLAP HINGE BRACKET WAS FOUND WITH CORROSION PITTING THAT WAS BEYOND REWORK LIMITS NECESSITATING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE BRACKET. THE ORIGIN
- [SDR ECPR20260624001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR20260624001), Jun 23, 2026: BRACKET. CORRODED. THE LEFT WING CENTER FLAP HINGE BRACKET WAS FOUND WITH CORROSION PITTINING THAT WAS BEYOND REWORK LIMITS NECESSITATINING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE BRACKET. THE ORI
- [SDR ECPR2025081833027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2025081833027), Aug 14, 2025: VALVE GUIDE. OUT OF LIMITS. DURING A SIMULATED ENGINE FAILURE FOR A CFIA LESSON, THE ENGINE EXPERIENCED ROUGHNESS AND PARTIAL POWER LOSS DURING THE PLANNED GO-AROUND AT 800 FEET. AN EMERGE
- [SDR 2024FA0000816](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000816), Nov 5, 2024: SELECTOR VALVE. FAULTED. AFTER TAKE OF THE ENGINE LOSS POWER AND AFTER FURTHER INVESTIGATION WE DETERMENT THAT THE FUEL SELECTOR VALVE WAS CLOSING THE FUEL WHILE IT WAS ON THE LEFT TANK
- [SDR 2023FA0000799](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000799), Nov 30, 2023: ROTOR SHAFT. BROKEN. THE AIRCRAFT TAXIED OUT TO FLY. THE PILOT DID HIS RUN UP AND FOUND THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RUN ON JUST THE RIGHT MAGNETO. PILOT RETURNED AIRCRAFT AND DID NOT FLY. 
- [SDR 2023FA0000683](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000683), Oct 26, 2023: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING CRUISE PILOT SENSED A "POP" ENGINE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH WITH POWER LOSS. DECLARED EMERGENCY, DIVERTED, LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INVESTIGATION FINDS #2 CYL
- [SDR 2023FA0000499](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000499), Aug 31, 2023: IMPULSE COUPLING. LOOSE. DURING MAG INSPECTION, FOUND RIVITS LOOSE ON BASEPLATE ON BOTH MAGS. REPLACE IMPULSE COUPLINGS WITH NEW
- [SDR 2023FA0000500](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000500), Aug 31, 2023: IMPULSE COUPLING. LOOSE. LEFT MAG IMPULSE COUPLING RIVITS LOOSE AT BASE PLATE.
- [SDR 2023FA0000501](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000501), Aug 31, 2023: IMPULSE COUPLING. LOOSE. LEFT MAGNETO IMPULSE COUPLING RIVETS LOOSE IN BASE PLATE
- [SDR 2023FA0000503](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000503), Aug 31, 2023: IMPULSE COUPLING. LOOSE. MAGNETO IMPULSE COUPLING PAWL RIVETS LOOSE IN BASE PLATE.
- [SDR 2023FA0000502](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000502), Aug 17, 2023: IMPULSE COUPLING. LOOSE. MAGNETO IMPULSE COUPLING PAWL RIVETS LOOSE ON BASE PLATE.
- [SDR 2023FA0000092](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000092), Feb 17, 2023: FUEL BOWL. COCKED. DISCREPANCY: GASCOLATOR FUEL BOWL FOUND TO BE COCKED OUTBOARD AND RETAINING/TENSION NUT ASSY COCKED INBOARD UPON INITIAL INSPECTION, WITH OUTBOARD RETAINING BAI
- [SDR 2022FA0000649](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000649), Oct 5, 2022: PROPELLER. DAMAGED. DURING THE CLIMB OUT FROM TAKEOFF, THE PILOT REPORTED THE AIRCRAFT BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND THE THROTTLE AND MIXTURE RETARDED ON THEIR OWN. THE PILOT APPLIE
- [SDR 2022FA0000451](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000451), Jul 21, 2022: CARBURETOR. FAILED INSP. AFTER LANDING ENGINE QUIT AND WOULD NOT RESTART. FUEL WAS TRAPPED IN CARBURETOR. CARBURETOR INLET SCREEN WAS CLEAN. RETURNED CARB TO AVSTAR FOR EVALUATION. CARB
- [SDR 2022FA0000334](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000334), Jun 22, 2022: ATTACH BOLT. BROKEN. DURING THE 100 HR / ANNUAL INSPECTION OF THE SUBJECT AIRCRAFT WE FOUND 4 BROKEN BOLTS IN THE LEFT HAND MAIN LANDING GEAR. UPON ARRIVAL OF THE AIRCRAFT FOR INSPE
- [SDR 2022FA0000339](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000339), Jun 22, 2022: ATTACH BOLT. BROKEN. DURING THE 100 HR / ANNUAL INSPECTION OF THE SUBJECT AIRCRAFT WE FOUND 4 BROKEN BOLTS IN THE LEFT HAND MAIN LANDING GEAR. UPON ARRIVAL OF THE AIRCRAFT FOR INSPE
- [SDR ECPR2022051900001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2022051900001), May 19, 2022: CARBURETOR. FAULTY. FOLLOWING A POST-INSPECTION ENGINE RUNUP, FUEL WAS FOUND LEAKING FROM THE CARBURETOR VENTURI. IT IS SUSPECTED THAT AN UNDETERMINED DEFECT IN THE CARBURETOR FLOA
- [SDR ECPR2022042100001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2022042100001), Apr 13, 2022: CARBURETOR. FAULTY. DURING DOWNWIND FOR LANDING WITH A SIMULATED POWER LOSS, AN ACTUAL PARTIAL POWER LOSS OCCURRED. PILOT CONTINUED APPROACH AND LANDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. DU
- [SDR ECPR2021070990618](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2021070990618), Jul 8, 2021: CARBURETOR. FAULTY. DURING A POST_ENGINE CHANGE CHECK FLIGHT, PILOT EXPERIENCED VIBRATION AND PARTIAL POWER LOSS. PILOT DECLARED AN EMERGENCY AND LANDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. D
- [SDR 2021FA0000240](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000240), May 6, 2021: CARBURETOR. LEAKING. AT AROUND 4:30 LOCAL N54MC ENTERED KDWH AIRSPACE FOR WORK IN THE TRAFFIC PATTERN. AFTER THE 3RD LAP AROUND WE CAME AND LANDED WITH THE INTENT OF GOING BACK, THE
- [SDR 2021FA0000056](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000056), Feb 23, 2021: PUMP. FAILED. (REPORTED) MECHANICAL PUMP FAILED DURING CRUISE FLIGHT.
- [SDR ECPR2021012789822](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2021012789822), Jan 26, 2021: ELT. FALSE ACTIVATION. DURING CRUISE FLIGHT, THE ANNUNCIATOR LIGHT FOR THE ELT WAS OBSERVED TO BE DIMLY LIT. NO SIGNAL WAS HEARD ON 121.5. AFTER LANDING AND SHUTDOWN, THE LIGHT REMAIN
- [SDR P39A20191216001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/P39A20191216001), Sep 23, 2019: CRANKSHAFT. BROKEN. PILOTS REPORTED THAT THE AIRCRAFT STARTED RUNNING ROUGH, VIBRATING, LOSS POWER, THEN STOPED. THEY MADE EMERGENCY PERCIEDURES AND LANDED, IN A NEARBY EMPTY CORN 
- [SDR 2019FA0000139](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000139), Apr 26, 2019: MAGNETO. CRACKED. THE LEFT MAGNETO WAS BEING REPLACED DUE TO DIFFICULTY STARTING THE ENGINE. THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED A SECTION OF THE MAGNETO MOUNTING FLANGE CRACKED AND SEPARA
- [SDR 2019FA0000140](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000140), Apr 26, 2019: IMPULSE COUPLING. BROKEN. AIRCRAFT WAS DIFFICULT TO START. FOUND LEFT MAGNETO IMPULSE COUPLING PAWL PIVOT PIN SHEARED. REPLACED MAGNETO.
- [SDR 2019FA0000052](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000052), Mar 4, 2019: THROTTLE CABLE. BROKEN. AFTER A 50 HOURS INSPECTION, THE INSPECTOR DURING ENGINE RUN-UP ON THE GROUND WITH FULL POWER ACHIEVED. REPORTED NOT TO BE ABLE TO REDUCE RPM TO IDLE. DEFECT WA
- [SDR ECPR2019012582092](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2019012582092), Jan 21, 2019: CONTACTOR. STUCK. DURING TAXI THE CREW SMELLED AND OBSERVED SMOKE IN THE CABIN. THE CREW RETURNED TO THE RAMP. MAINTENANCE FOUND THE STARTER INOPERATIVE. THE STARTER SMELLED OF E
- [SDR ECPR2018112181318](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018112181318), Nov 20, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING TAKEOFF, ENGINE EXPERIENCED A PARTIAL POWER LOSS. PILOT REMAINED IN THE PATTERN AND LANDED. SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION BY MAINTENANCE PERSONELL FOUND A CRACK 
- [SDR ECPR201809210003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR201809210003), Sep 20, 2018: CYLINDER. LEAKING. DURING INSPECTION, DIFFERENTIAL COMPRESSION CHECK FOUND NUMBER FOUR CYLINDER BELOW TOLERANCE. FURTHER EXAMINATION FOUND LEAKAGE AT THE EXHAUST VALVE. CYLINDER H
- [SDR ECPR201809110001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR201809110001), Sep 11, 2018: CYLINDER. UNSERVICEABLE. DURING INSPECTION, DIFFERENTIAL COMPRESSION CHECK FOUND NUMBER ONE CYLINDER BELOW SPECIFICATION. SUBSEQUENT EXAMINATION FOUND LEAKAGE AT THE EXHAUST VALVE. CYLI
- [SDR ECPR201809110002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR201809110002), Sep 11, 2018: CYLINDER. UNSERVICEABLE. DURING INSPECTION, DIFFERENTIAL COMPRESSION CHECK FOUND NUMBER THREE CYLINDER BELOW TOLERANCE. FURTHER EXAMINATION FOUND LEAKAGE AT THE EXHAUST VALVE. CYLINDER 
- [SDR 2020FA0000051](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000051), Aug 25, 2018: CARBURETOR. SEPARATED. REPORTED PROBLEM WAS PARTIAL ENGINE POWER LOSS DURING CLIMB OUT. UPON INSPECTION OF ENGINE AND ACCESSORIES THE CARBURETOR WAS FOUND TO HAVE THE PARTING FLANGE S
- [SDR ECPR2018081480057](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018081480057), Aug 13, 2018: CYLINDER. OUT OF TOLERANCE. NUMBER ONE CYLINDER FAILED DIFFERENTIAL COMPRESSION CHECK DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION. FOUND EXCESSIVE LEAKAGE AT EXHAUST VALVE. EXHAUST VALVE SHOWED DISCOLORATIO
- [SDR ECPR2018081079993](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018081079993), Aug 8, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. ENGINE NR ONE CYLINDER COMPRESSION WAS FOUND BELOW SPECIFICATION. SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION FOUND A CRACK IN THE CYLINDER HEAD. THE CRACK WAS LOCATED OUTBOARD OF TH
- [SDR NUTR2018071000001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NUTR2018071000001), Jul 9, 2018: CHANNEL. CRACKED. WHILE PERFORMING A 100 HOUR INSPECTION FOUND THE LOWER COCKPIT CHANNEL AT FUSELAGE STATION 128.737. CRACKED AND BUCKLED. THIS CHANNEL IS THE CARRY THROUGH STRUC
- [SDR J4YR201807062007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/J4YR201807062007), Jul 6, 2018: OIL FILTER. DEFECTIVE. UPON REMOVING OIL FILTER DURING ENGINE OIL CHANGE THE OIL FILTER SEEMED TO BE VERY DIFFICULT TO BREAK LOOSE. AFTER EVENTUALLY GETTING THE FILTER REMOVED IT WAS 
- [SDR 2018FA0000462](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000462), Apr 6, 2018: CYLINDER. CRACKED. CYLINDER HEAD IS CRACKED. THIS IS THE THIRD CYLINDER ON THIS ENGINE THAT THE HEAD HAS DEVELOPED HOLES IN THEM. THE FIRST WENT AT ABOUT 800 HOURS. WE OPERATE THI
- [SDR ECPR2018040378590](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018040378590), Mar 30, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THE NR 3 CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS CRACKED AROUND THE INTAKE VALVE SEAT AND T
- [SDR ECPR2018040378436](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018040378436), Mar 16, 2018: EXHAUST VALVE. WORN. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THAT THE NR 4 ENGINE CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT THE EXHAUST VALVE FACE AND EXHAUST SEAT INTERFA
- [SDR ECPR2018040378460](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018040378460), Mar 16, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THAT THE NR 4 CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS CRACKED AROUND THE INTAKE VALVE SEAT 
- [SDR ECPR2018031578420](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018031578420), Mar 15, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THE NR 1 CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS CRACKED AROUND THE INTAKE VALVE SEAT AND T
- [SDR ECPR2018031278406](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018031278406), Mar 12, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THE NR 4 CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS CRACKED AROUND THE INTAKE VALVE SEAT AND T
- [SDR ECPR2018030778354](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018030778354), Mar 7, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THE NR 2 CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS CRACKED AROUND THE INTAKE VALVE SEAT AND T
- [SDR ECPR2018030278298](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018030278298), Mar 2, 2018: EXHAUST VALVE. DAMAGED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THAT THE NR 1 ENGINE CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT THE EXHAUST VALVE FACE AND EXHAUST SEAT INTERFA
- [SDR ECPR2018022278197](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018022278197), Feb 22, 2018: EXHAUST VALVE. DAMAGED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THAT THE NR 3 ENGINE CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT THE EXHAUST VALVE FACE AND EXHAUST SEAT INTERFA
- [SDR ECPR2018032978037](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018032978037), Feb 6, 2018: EXHAUST VALVE. DAMAGED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, FOUND THE NR 4 ENGINE CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT THE EXHAUST VALVE FACE AND EXHAUST SEAT INTERFACE SH
- [SDR ECPR2018020578024](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2018020578024), Feb 5, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE NR 1 CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPRESSION. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS CRACKED AROUND THE INTAKE VALVE

All 279: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-d3g/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (47)

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 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 SE925GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE925GL): Installation of Shadin Co. fuel flow transducer. Shadin Company 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 SE732NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE732NE): Installation of 'Auto-Vac-4' primary vacuum system. Raymond Ives
- [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

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