# Lycoming O-320-E2A

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 42120
- Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING
- Model: O-320-E2A
- Engine type: 4 cycle
- Power: 150 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-274](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-274) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Lycoming Engines
- Installed in: 98 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-e2a

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this engine model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026
- [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012
- [AD 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 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980
- [AD 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977
- [AD 73-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-01): Piston Pin Assembly · Lycoming Engines AIO-360-A1A, AIO-360-A1B, AIO-360-A2A and 215 more. Effective Jan 13, 1977
- [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969
- [AD 66-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-06-03): Connecting Rod Assemblies · Lycoming Engines GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A, GO-435-C2A2 and 317 more. Effective Jan 16, 1969
- [AD 63-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-23-02): Exhaust Valves · Lycoming Engines O-320-A1A, O-320-A1B, O-320-A2A and 25 more. Effective Aug 6, 1968
- [AD 67-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-01-04): Oil Filters · Full flow oil filter (Superior Flow STC SA401SW or 2 others). Effective Jan 2, 1967
- [AD 66-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-20-04): Oil Filter Adapter Gasket · Lycoming Engines IO-320-A1A, IO-320-A2A, IO-320-B1A and 121 more. Effective Aug 27, 1966
- [AD 64-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-16-05): AC Pumps · Lycoming Engines HIO-360-B1A, HIO-360-B1B, IO-320-B1A and 86 more. Effective Jul 10, 1964

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 (98, first 50)

- [N100DF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100DF): [Fisher Charlton Dru](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FISHER%20CHARLTON%20DRU), [Houston, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Houston), built 2008, S/N 4490
- [N102DD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N102DD): [Dubuis Michael A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DUBUIS%20MICHAEL%20A), [Jenison, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Jenison), built 2010, S/N 90843
- [N11286](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11286): [Baker Lindall J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BAKER%20LINDALL%20J), [Licking, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Licking), built 2017, S/N 729R
- [N1167](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1167): [Miller Timothy](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLER%20TIMOTHY), [Norfolk, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Norfolk), built 1971, S/N 178
- [N121VT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N121VT): [Williams Ralph J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20RALPH%20J), [Essex Junction, VT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VT/Essex%20Junction), built 2007, S/N 99-1131
- [N131DB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N131DB): [Berlin Donald D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERLIN%20DONALD%20D), [Tucson, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Tucson), built 2014, S/N 209
- [N140GB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N140GB): [Reel Christen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REEL%20CHRISTEN), [Leighton, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Leighton), built 1967, S/N 28 23806
- [N150JP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N150JP): [King Salmon, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/King%20Salmon), built 2010, S/N 001, Sale reported
- [N160MT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N160MT): [Richmond, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Richmond), built 2007, S/N 10160M, Registration pending
- [N168DL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N168DL): [Collins Barry Lee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COLLINS%20BARRY%20LEE), [Hilltop Lakes, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Hilltop%20Lakes), built 2012, S/N 91379
- [N173MM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N173MM): [Duyck Mickey E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DUYCK%20MICKEY%20E), [Soldotna, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Soldotna), built 2011, S/N 70363
- [N205WT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N205WT): [Hebron Jeffrey N](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HEBRON%20JEFFREY%20N), [Trenton, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Trenton), built 2019, S/N 15-1534
- [N207LT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N207LT): [Freitag William W Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FREITAG%20WILLIAM%20W%20JR), [Lakeway, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lakeway), built 2011, S/N 91680
- [N224FN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N224FN): [Rush Wayne A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RUSH%20WAYNE%20A), [Troy, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Troy), S/N CM-1
- [N225DT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N225DT): [Barrett Jeff K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARRETT%20JEFF%20K), [Pollock, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Pollock), built 2006, S/N 546
- [N228WF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N228WF): [Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20AIRCRAFT%20CONSULTANCY%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 1973, S/N 28-7325243
- [N253LP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N253LP): [Lazo Aitor](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAZO%20AITOR), [Irving, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Irving), built 2023, S/N 92286
- [N26YA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26YA): [Iliopoulos Anastasios](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ILIOPOULOS%20ANASTASIOS), [Seattle, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Seattle), built 1995, S/N 2552
- [N2711P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2711P): [Padrta Dustin Alexander](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PADRTA%20DUSTIN%20ALEXANDER), [Sterling, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Sterling), built 2026, S/N 1
- [N2744](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2744): [Morgan Jeff P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MORGAN%20JEFF%20P), [Justin, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Justin), built 2017, S/N 2883
- [N295JJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N295JJ): [Elliott Jimmy F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ELLIOTT%20JIMMY%20F), [Hesston, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Hesston), built 2024, S/N 92215
- [N3062S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3062S): [River City Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RIVER%20CITY%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Carmichael, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Carmichael), built 1967, S/N 15066962
- [N307EZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N307EZ): [Williams Guy W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20GUY%20W), [Tehachapi, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Tehachapi), built 1982, S/N 218
- [N318EB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N318EB): [Edwards Robert G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EDWARDS%20ROBERT%20G), [Madison, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Madison), built 2016, S/N 81878
- [N322WH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N322WH): [Thurmond Robert Lee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THURMOND%20ROBERT%20LEE), [Blessing, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Blessing), built 2024, S/N HC 094
- [N323ES](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N323ES): [Adams Samuel M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ADAMS%20SAMUEL%20M), [Anna, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Anna), S/N 004
- [N331MD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N331MD): [Medmission Supplies LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEDMISSION%20SUPPLIES%20LLC), [Escondido, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Escondido), built 2018, S/N 90991
- [N333DY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N333DY): [Fox Charles](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOX%20CHARLES), [Massapequa Park, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Massapequa%20Park), built 2009, S/N 90957
- [N36DX](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N36DX): [Obreiter Robert W Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OBREITER%20ROBERT%20W%20JR), [Simi Valley, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Simi%20Valley), built 2017, S/N 1
- [N37EL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N37EL): [Lee Ed C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEE%20ED%20C), [Lancaster, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Lancaster), built 2002, S/N 90361
- [N393RV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N393RV): [Bell Paul E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BELL%20PAUL%20E), [Granbury, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Granbury), built 2023, S/N 92293
- [N406WY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N406WY): [Mcbirnie Jeffery Houston](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCBIRNIE%20JEFFERY%20HOUSTON), [West Yellowstone, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/West%20Yellowstone), built 2022, S/N 74298
- [N4132J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4132J): [Dubois Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DUBOIS%20AVIATION%20INC), [Chino, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Chino), built 2001, S/N 28-22454
- [N4243J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4243J): [Case Jamie](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CASE%20JAMIE), [Tyngsboro, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Tyngsboro), built 1967, S/N 28-22598
- [N428DD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N428DD): [Julius Donald D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JULIUS%20DONALD%20D), [Rollins, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Rollins), built 2011, S/N 1407
- [N42920](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N42920): [Sanders Craig A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SANDERS%20CRAIG%20A), [Stockton, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Stockton), built 2006, S/N 5762
- [N431SS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N431SS): [Smith Simon K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SMITH%20SIMON%20K), [Janesville, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Janesville), built 2007, S/N 555R
- [N437WT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N437WT): [Benkert Levi James](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BENKERT%20LEVI%20JAMES), [Austin, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Austin), built 2016, S/N 103
- [N440DB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N440DB): [Odonnell Thomas E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ODONNELL%20THOMAS%20E), [Brookshire, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Brookshire), built 2007, S/N 4327
- [N4430U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4430U): [Lfm Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LFM%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Bozeman, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Bozeman), built 1964, S/N 15060430
- [N456HL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N456HL): [Crawford Clark W Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CRAWFORD%20CLARK%20W%20TRUSTEE), [La Quinta, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/La%20Quinta), built 2013, S/N 72282
- [N471MH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N471MH): [Hughes Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUGHES%20MICHAEL%20J), [Mayville, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Mayville), built 2020, S/N 767
- [N485GB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N485GB): [Vergon Keith E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VERGON%20KEITH%20E), [Osceola, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Osceola), built 2013, S/N 99
- [N487WB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N487WB): [Rice Leslie G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RICE%20LESLIE%20G), [Berthoud, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Berthoud), built 2016, S/N KA16066326
- [N492RV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N492RV): built 2014, S/N 91233
- [N494DW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N494DW): [Vieira Mark T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VIEIRA%20MARK%20T), [Turlock, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Turlock), built 2009, S/N 001
- [N50733](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N50733): [Howlett Brian A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOWLETT%20BRIAN%20A), [Clarkston, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Clarkston), built 2006, S/N 010
- [N50RJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N50RJ): [Thomas Ken](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THOMAS%20KEN), [Vancouver, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Vancouver), built 2007, S/N 1
- [N517WD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N517WD): [Amundson Lee R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AMUNDSON%20LEE%20R), [Chatfield, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Chatfield), built 2021, S/N 02210164
- [N533JC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N533JC): [Wright Matthew J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WRIGHT%20MATTHEW%20J), [Petaluma, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Petaluma), built 2012, S/N 25449

All 98: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-e2a/aircraft.md

## NTSB investigations (19)

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 CEN26LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA204), May 28, 2026: Mustang Aeronautics Mustang II (N160MT), Richmond, TX, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB CEN26LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA082), Dec 26, 2025: Wag Aero Cuby (N437WT), Wimberley, TX, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA24FA261](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24FA261), Jun 14, 2024: Piper PA28 (N515DH), Siler City, NC, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to maintain airplane control during a low-speed, low-altitude left turn after encountering an undetermined issue during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall…
- [NTSB ERA23LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA117), Jan 24, 2023: Piper PA-28-140 (N7470R), Buford, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: Water contamination in the fuel system that was not observed during the preflight inspection, resulting in a total loss of engine power and forced landing.
- [NTSB ERA23FA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23FA046), Oct 28, 2022: Zenith CH750 Cruzer (N820RC), Southington, OH, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed while maneuvering in the airport traffic pattern and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall…
- [NTSB ERA22FA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22FA036), Oct 31, 2021: Vans RV4 (N479JJ), Chattahoochee, FL, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to properly secure the canopy before takeoff, allowing the canopy to open and then separate in flight, which resulted in the pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane…
- [NTSB WPR13CA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA153), Mar 18, 2013: Andre Kostrzewa Mustang 2 (N670AK), Bountiful, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the landing flare in tailwind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB CEN12LA540](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA540), Aug 11, 2012: James H Berard RV-6A (N134CE), Westfield, IN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane after takeoff.
- [NTSB WPR09CA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA094), Jan 16, 2009: Jones Rodney V Wittman TA (N90086), Yucca Valley, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of directional control due to a weld joint failure of the left rudder pedal.
- [NTSB CHI07LA302](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA302), Sep 20, 2007: Siebert RV-9A (N3653), Barton City, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and aircraft control during initial climb after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the gusting wind condition.
- [NTSB ANC99LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC99LA104), Aug 1, 1999: Piper PA-18 (N693JB), Levelock, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site.
- [NTSB LAX98LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX98LA204), Jun 15, 1998: Fife Lancair 320 (N96GF), Palm Springs, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A failure of the electrical system for undetermined reasons. The pilot's decision to continue flight with a suspected electrical system anomaly is a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB ANC95LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA175), Sep 23, 1995: Cessna 150 (N4430U), Coldfoot, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, while landing.
- [NTSB NYC78FFA23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC78FFA23), Jun 21, 1978: Piper PA-28 (N9236K), Glens Falls, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC76DER30](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC76DER30), Oct 3, 1975: Piper PA-28 (N6302R), Marshall, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC73DER63](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73DER63), May 22, 1973: Piper PA-28 (N6302R), Lake Benton, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC73DER19](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73DER19), Aug 17, 1972: Piper PA-28 (N6302R), Montevideo, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC71DDM23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC71DDM23), Sep 11, 1970: Piper PA-28 (N6302R), Marshall, IA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC71DDM08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC71DDM08), Jul 7, 1970: Piper PA-28 (N6302R), Marshall, MN, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (31)

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.

- [Accident 20260528008169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260528008169A), May 28, 2026: Bushby MUSTANG II (N160MT), Richmond, TX, Substantial damage. On may 28, 2026, at approximately 1440 local time, a Bushby Mustang II, registration [privacy data omitted], experienced a loss of engine power during takeoff…
- [Accident 20251226019069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251226019069A), Dec 26, 2025: Anders J Carlson AJC CUB (N437WT), Wimberly, TX, Substantial damage. While maneuvering in the vacinity of the forced landing site, the pilot performed an extended uncoordinated turn with a low amount of overall fuel. This…
- [Accident 20240614006799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240614006799A), Jun 14, 2024: Piper PA-28-140 (N515DH), Siler City, NC, Destroyed, 2 fatal. Aircraft had just performed touch and go at Siler City airport and was beginning climbout when they radioed another training aircraft that they were having a…
- [Accident 20230124014249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230124014249A), Jan 24, 2023: Piper PA-28-140 (N7470R), Buford, GA, Substantial damage. During a local visual flight rules (VFR) instruction flight aircraft PA-28-140, [privacy data omitted] called the local controller at klzu for guidance for…
- [Incident 20230109000469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230109000469I), Jan 9, 2023: Gary M Clayton PA-18-160 REP (N5525W), Graford, TX, No damage. On 1/9/2023 the aircraft according to the PIC had completed a touch & go on pk lake, approx. time 1320 CST. During climb, day-vfr/clear, wind 5/10 sw,…
- [Accident 20221028020429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221028020429A), Oct 28, 2022: Richard H Coles ZENITH 750 CRUZER (N820RC), Southington, OH, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. On October 28, 2022, at 1243 eastern daylight time, an experimental homebuilt zenith 750, [privacy data omitted], was substantially damaged when it was…
- [Incident 20220624011339I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220624011339I), Jun 24, 2022: Howard C Jacquart RV6A (N624XP), Baldwin, MI, Minor damage. On 06/24/2022 at approximately 1200 EDT, a Howard C Jacquart model RV6A s/n 22369 [privacy data omitted], experienced a hard landing at Baldwin Municipal…
- [Incident 20220521021429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220521021429I), May 21, 2022: Piper PA-28-140 (N7470R), Winder, GA, Minor damage. Student pilot landed slightly to the right or the center line on runway 31. The aircraft continued to the right pilot applied the hand brake reported to…
- [Accident 20211031018269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20211031018269A), Oct 31, 2021: Jewell Jacob L RV 4 (N479JJ), Chattahoochee, FL, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On October 31, 2021, at approximately 1329 EDT, N479JJ, [privacy data omitted], crash landed into a heavily wooded area in Chattahoochee, FL, gadsden county,…
- [Incident 20210517020379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210517020379I), May 17, 2021: Engen David Lars WAG AERO SPORTSMAN 2 (N428DD), Minor damage. Pilot said during rollout the aircraft leaned left then veered right. He attempted to correct the with full left rudder but this did not correct the situation…
- [Incident 20191006014359I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20191006014359I), Oct 6, 2019: Fife Glade W LANCAIR 320 (N96GF), Waukesha, WI, Minor damage. On October 6, 2019 at approximately 1850 during landing at Waukesha airport, a Lancair 320, N96GF, landed hard and the nose gear collapsed causing minor damage…
- [Incident 20180721017489I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180721017489I), Jul 21, 2018: Obreiter Jr Robert W LONG-EZ (N36DX), Oshkosh, WI, Minor damage. While attempting to land on runway 27 at Oshkosh, aircraft hit the runway hard, broke the main and nose landing gear off and then slid off the runway. Wind was…
- [Incident 20170502001889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170502001889I), May 2, 2017: Kevin Shannon SUPERCUB (N323ES), Priest River, ID, Minor damage. Because the airplane is equipped with tundra tires, the pilot elected to land next to the runway on the grass. The direction of landing was parallel to runway…
- [Accident 20130318003409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130318003409A), Mar 18, 2013: Andre Kostrzewa MUSTANG 2 (N670AK), Bountiful, UT, Destroyed. Pilot stated aircraft hit shifting winds during flare and touchdown causing the aircraft to pitch nose up and drift east of runway 16 at Bountiful skypark. He…
- [Accident 20120811015839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120811015839A), Aug 11, 2012: Berard James H RV-6A (N134CE), Westfield, IN, Substantial damage. The pilot was departing I72 from the north sod runway. After rotation, the pilot noticed the aircraft drifting right due to a light wind. The pilot appeared to…
- [Incident 20120703013319I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120703013319I), Jul 3, 2012: Engen David Lars WAG AERO SPORTSMAN 2 (N428DD), Culpeper, VA, Minor damage. In cruise flight aircraft elevator control was lost. Pilot landed aircraft after 6 attempts using the throttle and elevator trim. On landing the prop struck…
- [Incident 20120301003119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120301003119I), Mar 1, 2012: Mickey E Duyck RV-7A (N173MM), Mocksville, NC, Minor damage. While attempting to land on runway 29 a wind gust caused the aircraft to "balloon". Pilot elected to go around. Applied full power and cleaned up aircraft, at…
- [Accident 20090116000339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090116000339A), Jan 16, 2009: Jones TAILWIND (N90086), Yucca Valley, CA, Substantial damage. Pilot stated that upon application of the brakes (toe) the left rudder pedal broke at the base at approximately 50 mph. Aircraft ground loop at midfield runway…
- [Incident 20080725846819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080725846819I), Jul 25, 2008: Piper PA28140 (N9622W), Westfield/Spri, MA, Minor damage. (-23) The pilot approached baf from the north after receiving the clearance to land via right base to R/W33. At about 1000 feet left to final the controller…
- [Accident 20070920021889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070920021889A), Sep 20, 2007: Amtr RV9A (N3653), Barton City, MI, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot while taking his son for a ride in the RV9A he built, lost control due to possible turbulence after take off on private airstrip located at…
- [Incident 20000220001269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000220001269I), Feb 20, 2000: Piper PA18 (N693JB), Anchorage, AK, Minor damage. (-23) During landing on runway 6 at Merrill field (mri) the pilot applying the brakes, suddenly the aircraft began to skid (about 50 feet) then the aircraft…
- [Accident 19990731023319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990731023319A), Jul 31, 1999: Piper PA18 (N693JB), Levelock, AK, Substantial damage. (.19) On July 31, 1999, about 1500 Alaska daylight time, a tundra tire equipped Piper PA-18 airplane, N693JB, sustained substantial damage when it nosed over…
- [Accident 19980615023549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980615023549A), Jun 15, 1998: Amtr LANCAIR320 (N96GF), Philipsburg, PA, Substantial damage. Dead battery fuel stop. Jump started. Enroute alternator breaker popped. Elected psb. Unable right gear manually. (.19) on June 15, 1998, at 1300 hours pacific…
- [Incident 19980427010059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980427010059I), Apr 27, 1998: Piper PA18 (N693JB), Anchorage, AK, Minor damage. Narrative: incident #IAL38042701. After landing in very windy conditions at merrill field, the aircraft turned off the runway and began taxiing to tie down. A…
- [Accident 19950922030409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950922030409A), Sep 22, 1995: Cessna STC150 (N4430U), Coldfoot, AK, Substantial damage. Ground looped and flipped aircraft converted to tail dragger while landing on remote strip.
- [Incident 19910810053019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910810053019I), Aug 10, 1991: Piper PA28140 (N5650U), Anderson, SC, Minor damage. Instructor reduced throttle to idle on simulated forced landing. Student made a hard landing.
- [Incident 19890409044049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890409044049I), Apr 9, 1989: Piper PA28140 (N9236K), Newburyport, MA. Aircraft reported to be flying low over city on two days. Flight described as being about 150 feet above ground.
- [Incident 19781209022319I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19781209022319I), Dec 9, 1978: Cessna 150D (N4430U), Santa Paula, CA, Minor damage. Pilot shot in back of head from the ground, landed safely. Shooter located, claimed he only shot at birds.
- [Accident 19780621020589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780621020589A), Jun 21, 1978: Piper PA28140 (N9236K), Glens Falls, NY, Substantial damage. Rwy notamed closed. Two x's painted on rwy. Acft hit nine steel p.
- [Accident 19751003032369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19751003032369A), Oct 3, 1975: Piper PA28140 (N6302R), Marshall, MN, Substantial damage. Four hours this make,model acft. Plt tried stretch glide by raising nose of acft.
- [Accident 19730522015169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730522015169A), May 22, 1973: Piper PA28140 (N6302R), Lake Benton, MN, Substantial damage. Alfalfa abt 6IN hi lndd nw due low oil pres. Tkof s hit top wire of fence. Next tkof NE ok.

## Service difficulty reports (83, newest 50)

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

- [SDR 2025FA0000084](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000084), Oct 5, 2024: ENGINE. FAULTED. ON OCTOBER 5, 2024, THE PILOT IN COMMAND DEPARTED FROM RUNWAY 31 AT KPVU IN AIRCRAFT N3715V AFTER COMPLETING A STANDARD PRE-FLIGHT RUN-UP. SHORTLY AFTER TAKEOFF
- [SDR 2024FA0000484](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000484), Jun 6, 2024: EXHAUST VALVE. BROKEN. DURING CLIMB OUT FROM RIGBY, ID, AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED PARTIAL ENGINE POWER LOSS. POST INCIDENT INSPECTION REVEALED #3 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE WAS DAMAGED/MISSING
- [SDR 2021FA0000316](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000316), Nov 8, 2021: NONE. FAILED. FOUND BAFFLE LIBERATED FROM ENGINE MUFFLER BLOCKING EXHAUST GAS PATH CAUSING ENGINE POWER LOSS. RECORDS INDICATE INSTALLED MUFFLER ASSEMBLY WAS PN 99482-00 WHIC
- [SDR 2015FA0000239](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000239), May 28, 2015: GASKET. LEAKING. DURING LANDING ROLLOUT ENGINE STOPPED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. MAINTENANCE INSPECTED ACFT AND FOUND THAT CARBURETOR FUEL BOWL GASKET WAS LEAKING FUEL.
- [SDR CA140908026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140908026), Sep 5, 2014: OUTLET. ERODED. (CAN) DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE MUFFLER OUTLET PIPE HAD AN EXTENSION PIECE THAT APPEARS TO BE OF UNAPPROVED, SUBSTANDARD MATERIAL WEL
- [SDR 2014FA0000631](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000631), Jul 2, 2014: EXHAUST VALVE. FAILED. DURING CLIMBOUT, AT APPROXIMATELY 500FT AGL, THE ACFT BEGAN TO LOOSE ENGINE POWER, STUDENT ON CONTROLS TRANSFERED TO INSTRUCTOR. INSTRUCTOR ATTEMPTED TO RETURN 
- [SDR CA131118026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA131118026), Nov 15, 2013: HOSE. DETERIORATED. (CAN) DURING A 100 HR INSPECTION OF THE ACFT, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE RT FUEL TANK FLEX HOSE LINKING THE TANK TO THE ACFT FUEL SYS WAS IN POOR CONDITION. REMOVAL 
- [SDR 2012FA0000549](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000549), Aug 6, 2012: HOSE. FAILED. PILOT REPORTED AFTER LANDING, DURING FUEL TOP OFF FOR NEXT FLIGHT, A POOL OF OIL UNDER THE ENGINE COWL, INVESTIGATION SHOWED ONE OF THE OIL COOLER HOSES HAD SPL
- [SDR 2012FA0000508](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000508), May 26, 2012: EXHAUST VALVE. FAILED. NR 1 EXHAUST VALVE FAILED IN CRUISE.
- [SDR 2012FA0000312](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000312), May 11, 2012: CASTING. CRACKED. TWO INCH CRACK WAS DISCOVERED DURING A ANNUAL INSPECTION ON THE RT MLG CASTING, LOCATED AT THE UPPER OUTER ATTACHMENT EAR FOR THE LANDING GEAR TORQUE LINK.
- [SDR CA120202006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120202006), Feb 2, 2012: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) VISUAL INSPECTION WITH LIGHT AND MIRROR THRU END, RIB BS 24 INDICATED LINES. CLOSER INSPECTION WITH VIDEO CAMARA FOUND THE CRACKS.
- [SDR 2011FA0000318](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000318), May 11, 2011: CONNECTING ROD. FAILED. LEVEL AT 2000 FEET, LOUD BANG AND ENGINE FAILED. AFTER LANDING IN A FIELD, INSPECTED ENGINE AND FOUND HOLE WHERE THE CONNECTING ROD END CAP HAD PENETRATED THE C
- [SDR CA090916004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090916004), Sep 15, 2009: HORN. BROKEN. (CAN) ON WALK AROUNG, THE AME NOTICED THAT THE RUDDER WAS EXCESSIVELY LOOSE. AME INVESTIGATED AND FOUND BROKEN STEERING HORN. HORN WAS REPLACED AND RUDDER RIGGI
- [SDR CA090212006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090212006), Jan 14, 2009: GAUGE. FAILED. (CAN) FUEL GUAGE BECAME INTERMITTENT AND EVENTUALLY FAILED TO FUNCTION. FAULTY GUAGE REMOVED AND REPLACED WITH NEW GUAGE.
- [SDR CA070618002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070618002), Jun 6, 2007: CRANKSHAFT. CORRODED. (CAN) ENGINE CONVERTED TO 160 HP IAW STC SE367CH. ENGINE NOW SIMILAR TO O-320-D2A. CRANKSHAFT INSPECTED IAW AD 98-02-08. PITTED FOUND, NO CRACKS. (TC NR 2007061
- [SDR 2007FA0000660](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000660), May 26, 2007: EXHAUST VALVE. BROKEN. NR 4 EXHAUST VALVE BROKE DURING FLIGHT, DAMAGING PISTON CAUSING OIL TO LEAK OUT EXHAUST PORT CREATING OIL SMOKE. (K)
- [SDR CA060504009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060504009), May 4, 2006: CAMSHAFT. DAMAGED. CYLINDERS REMOVED FOR ON CONDITION INSPECTION, CAMSHAFT FOUND TO HAVE SEVERE CORROSION AND DAMAGE TO ALL LOBES. ENGINE DISASSEMBLED FOR OVERHAUL, AND THE FOLLOW
- [SDR CA050427007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050427007), Apr 5, 2005: FITTING. LOOSE. (CAN) ENGINE LOST POWER, SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION REVEALED A LOOSE FITTING ON THE INLET SIDE OF MECHANICAL FUEL PUMP CAUSING THE PUMP TO SUCK AIR, THUS DEPLETING T
- [SDR CA050329006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050329006), Jan 14, 2005: SPAR. CORRODED. (CAN) UPON ANNUAL INSPECTION, A SKIN DEFORMITY WAS FOUND ON UPPER SPAR OB OF FUEL CELL. RIVETS ATTACHING SKIN TO SPAR WERE DRILLED OUT EXPOSING SEVERE CORROSION
- [SDR CA040804006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040804006), Jul 27, 2004: FLOAT. FAILED. (CAN) A FLOAT FOUND IN A PRECISION FACTORY REMAN CARB WAS FOUND TO BE FLOODED WITH FUEL IN ONE OF THE PANTOONS. THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE TO RUN RICH BECAUSE OF TH
- [SDR CA040629003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040629003), May 21, 2004: CYLINDER. PEELING. (CAN) CERMINIL COATING PEELED OFF OF ABOUT 10 PERCENT OF THE BARREL, SUSPECT CAUSING METAL CONTAMINATION THROUGHOUT THE ENGINE.
- [SDR CA040430003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040430003), Apr 30, 2004: HUB. CORRODED. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR 5 YR. CORROSION INSPECTION IAW CAR 625, APPENDIX C, PARA. 5. UPON VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE HUB, CORROSION WAS FOUND IN ONE OF THE P
- [SDR CA040430004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040430004), Apr 26, 2004: ALTERNATOR. FAILED. (CAN) AFTER OVERHAUL WAS CONDUCTED, BEARINGS REF X-4130 AND X-4612 WERE NON-APPROVED PARTS.
- [SDR CA050406006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050406006), Apr 4, 2004: FITTING. LEAKING. (CAN) ENGINE LOST POWER, SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION REVEALED A LOOSE FITTING ON THE INLET SIDE OF THE MECHANICAL FUEL PUMP CAUSING PUMP TO DRAW AIR THUS DEPLETING TH
- [SDR CA040519009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040519009), Mar 12, 2004: CYLINDER. BROKEN. (CAN) BROKEN RINGS IN CYLINDER NR 4. FOUND AT ANNUAL INSPECTION. COMPRESSION TEST AND METAL IN OIL FILTER.
- [SDR CA030828003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030828003), Aug 13, 2003: IMPULSE COUPLING. SEIZED. (CAN) ENGINE FAILED TO START. THE LT MAGNETO IMPULSE COUPLING SEIZED. MAGNETO REMOVED FOR REPAIR.
- [SDR AUS20030677](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030677), Jul 1, 2003: SPAR. CRACKED. (AUS) LT WING MAIN SPAR WEB CRACKED. CRACK LOCATED AT THE TOP OF THE MAIN LANDING GEAR LEG ATTACHMENT AREA. CRACK LENGTH 100MM (4IN).
- [SDR 2003FA0000427](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000427), Mar 25, 2003: EXHAUST STACK. FAILED. THE NR 4 CYLINDER EXHAUST RISER PULLED OUT OF THE MUFFLER DURING TAKE-OFF RESULTING IN SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT.INSULATION MELTED AT THE STARTER CONTACTOR AND PLACE
- [SDR AUS20021441](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20021441), Dec 11, 2002: SEAL. FAILED. (AUS) REMOTE OIL FILTER ADAPTER SEAL FAILED. LOSS OF ENGINE OIL. FILTER IS MOUNTED ON FIREWALL.
- [SDR 2003FA0000355](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000355), Oct 24, 2002: EXHAUST VALVE. FAILED. A/C EXPERIENCED SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER, LANDED SAFELY ON COUNTRY ROAD. INVESTIGATION FOUND NR 3 CYLINDER LOST 75 PERCENT OF EXHAUST VALVE FACE THAT SUBSEQUENTLY T
- [SDR 2002FA0001274](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001274), Aug 31, 2002: SELECTOR VALVE. FAILED. FUEL PLACARD, UPSIDE DOWN, FUEL SELECTOR LEVER WOULD TURN ONLY 180 DEGREES, AREA OF TRAVEL, COULD NOT SELECT OTHER 180 DEGREES.
- [SDR CA020618002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020618002), Jun 6, 2002: EXHAUST PIPE. FAILED. (CAN) PIPE FAILED IN FLIGHT, UNIT REPAIRED AND RESTALLED TIME SHOWN ON PART IS T.T ON AIRCRAFT TIME ON PART IS UNKOWN.
- [SDR AUS20011456](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20011456), Dec 19, 2001: RIB. CORRODED. (AUS) LH AND RH FLAP NOSE RIBS SEVERELY CORRODED. SUSPECT CAUSED BY DISSIMILAR METAL CONTACT BETWEEN RIBS AND HINGE BRACKETS. CORROSION WAS ALSO FOUND ON THE LO
- [SDR AUS20011457](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20011457), Dec 19, 2001: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) LH AND RH WING REAR SPAR ATTACHMENT POINTS CORRODED AS DESCRIBEDIN AD/PA28/40. INSPECTION WAS CARRIED OUT IAW AD/PA28/40 WHICHWAS NOT DUE FOR ANOTHER TWO 
- [SDR CA010625013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010625013), Jun 5, 2001: DOUBLER. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION CRACKS WERE NOTED ALONG THE BEND RADIUS OF PARTS (REFER PHOTOS ATTACHED). SUSPECT DAMAGE WAS CAUSED FROM CONTROLS NOT BEING PROPE
- [SDR CA010625017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010625017), Jun 5, 2001: BRACKET. CRACKED. (CAN) AILERON SUPPORT BRACKET AT BOLT HOLE WERE FOUND CRACKED WITH THE RIGHT HAN D PART COMPLETLY BROKEN AS PER PHOTO. SUSPECT CAUSE-CONTROLS NOT SECURED BUT AL
- [SDR 2001FA0000027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000027), Apr 29, 2001: BOLT. LOOSE. PROPELLER BOLTS (AN6-57A) BROKE IN FLIGHT AT CRUISE POWER (2500 RPM) AT 7500 FT. MSL. NOTICED THAT ONE BOLT WAS MISSING AND THE NUT ON ANOTHER COULD BE REMOVED 
- [SDR CA010511025](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010511025), Apr 2, 2001: SUPPORT. CRACKED. (CAN) THE CRACK IS CAUSED BY THE ATTACHMENT OF THE SUPPORT ON THE EDGE WITH AN AN3-4A BOLT.
- [SDR 20010323CW013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010323CW013), Feb 12, 2001: BOLT. MISSING. DURING OIL PUMP AD COMPLIANCE, FOUND BOLT HEAD MISSING FROM IDLER SHAFT MOUNT. THIS IDLER SYSTEM IS BETWEEN CAM AND CRANKSHAFT. IF THIS FAILS ENGINE WILL STOP. 
- [SDR 20001227SH007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001227SH007), Nov 19, 2000: EXHAUST VALVE. FAILED. STUDENT PILOT SOLD X-C - ENGINE FAILURE. LANDED SAFELY IN FIELD. NR 4 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE STEM FOUND BROKEN NEXT TO VALVE FACE. PISTON PIN PLUG ALSO FOUND WO
- [SDR CA001005006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA001005006), Aug 29, 2000: BATTERY. UNSERVICEABLE. (CAN) AIRCRAFT FLEW FROM 16 APR 1999 TO 16 JUL 1999 (11.7 HRS) TRAINING WITH PILOT-OWNER UNAWARE THAT ELT BATTERY EXPIRED ON APR 1999 DECAL BY R.S. A/C RADIO LT
- [SDR CA000901013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000901013), Jul 14, 2000: VALVE. FAILED. (CAN) ENGINE WAS SHOWING SIGNS OF METAL IN OIL FILTER. ENGINE DISMANTLED TO FIND CAUSE OF METAL. ONE EXHAUST VALVE FOUND TO BE PROTRUDING FROM CYLINDER FARTHER 
- [SDR CA000808006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000808006), Jul 10, 2000: PROPELLER. CORRODED. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. REQUIRED OVERHAUL DUE TO CORROSION. (X)
- [SDR CA000808004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000808004), Jul 7, 2000: PROPELLER. DAMAGED. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION; TRIMMED, ANODIZED, PAINTED. (X)
- [SDR 20000721SH035](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000721SH035), Jun 30, 2000: PISTON. FAILED. THE AIRCRAFT WAS AT 6,500 FEET MSL, ABOUT 30 MINUTES INTO A FLIGHT. (VFR) RPM STARTED TO DROP. THERE WAS NO WARNING OR UNUSUAL SOUND. AIRCRAFT WAS DESTROYED DUR
- [SDR CA000714037](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000714037), Jun 14, 2000: SCREW. WORN. (CAN) THE RETAINING BOLT FOR THE AIR FILTER HOUSING BACKED OFF FROM THE TORQUED POSITION AND ALLOWED THE HOUSING TO MOVE FORWARD AND STRIKE THE PROPELLER DURING
- [SDR AU000288](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU000288), Feb 7, 2000: FUEL TANK. CONTAMINATED. (AUS) AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM CONTAMINATED WITH ETHYLENE DIAMINE (EDA).
- [SDR AU000128047](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU000128047), Jan 20, 2000: STEERING HORN. CRACKED. (AU) WHILE CARRYING OUT A 500 HR INSPECTION, NOTICED CRACK ON STEERING HORN (P/N 63300-08).
- [SDR CA000128047](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000128047), Jan 20, 2000: HORN. CRACKED. (CAN) WHILE CARRYING OUT A 500 HR. INSPECTION NOTICED CRACK ON STEERING HORN.
- [SDR 2000ZZZX53](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2000ZZZX53), Dec 22, 1999: OIL FILTER. MISMANUFACTURED. OIL FILTER REPLACED AT ANNUAL, 6, 1998. FILTER LEAKED AT START-UP. SECOND FILTER INSTALLED AND LEAKED. OIL AND FILTER CHANGED 8-20-98, ACFT FLEW 24 HOURS. ANNUA

All 83: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-e2a/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (52, first 50)

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 SE862GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE862GL): Replacement of Bendix S4LN-20, -21, -1209, or -1227 model magnetos with Slick model4250 or 4251 magnetos. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SE1931CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1931CE): Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index, (RON+MON)/2. Petersen Aviation 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 SE8987SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8987SW): Modify engine IAW RAM Aircraft Corp Drawing No. 1724. Minimum fuel grade is 100/100LL. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership
- [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 SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE1226CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1226CE): Modify engines for a 160 horsepower rating on 100/130 minimum grade fuel. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company
- [STC SE00252SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00252SE): Modification for a 160 hp rating on 100/100LL minimum grade fuel. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company
- [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

All 52: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-e2a/stcs.md

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