# Lycoming O-320 series

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 42389
- Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING
- Model: O-320 SERIES
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 150 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-274](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-274) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Lycoming Engines
- Installed in: 256 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-series

The registry names only the engine series, so ADs for every model in the series are matched.

## 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 2022-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-16-03): Engine (RECIPROCATING) · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-F and 236 more. Effective Aug 15, 2022
- [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 2010-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-07-08): Turbochargers · Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 137 more. Effective Apr 19, 2010
- [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 2002-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-12-07): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gasket or the Converter Plate Kit · Lycoming Engines HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 95 more. Effective Jul 3, 2002
- [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 80-04-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-04-03-R2): Hydraulic Lifter · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, LTO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H1AD and 7 more. Effective Apr 25, 1988
- [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 80-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-14-07): Upper Exhaust Valve Spring Seats · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD and 5 more. Effective Jul 7, 1980
- [AD 79-10-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-03-R2): Engine Mounting Bracket Attaching Bolts · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H2AD and O-360-E1A6D. Effective Jul 1, 1980
- [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 78-12-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-12-09): Crankshaft Gear Assembly · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Feb 20, 1979
- [AD 77-07-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-07-07): Oil Level Gage · Lycoming Engines O-320-H2AD. Effective Feb 20, 1979
- [AD 77-20-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-20-07): Loose Rocker Arm Retaining Studs and Hydraulic Tappets · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Aug 31, 1978
- [AD 78-12-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-12-08): Oil Pump Body · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Jun 20, 1978
- [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
- [AD 59-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-10-07): Cylinder Baffle Clamps · Lycoming Engines GO-480-A1A, GO-480-B, GO-480-B1A6 and 58 more
- [AD 55-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-02-02): Gasket · Lycoming Engines O-320-A1A and O-320-A2A

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 2000-18-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-18-53) (historical): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gaskets · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, IO-360-A1B6D, IO-360-A1D6D and 73 more
- [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) (17)

- [SAIB NE-06-31R6](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R6): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Sep 26, 2022
- [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-06-31R5](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R5) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Oct 19, 2011
- [SAIB NE-06-31R4](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R4) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Jul 6, 2011
- [SAIB NE-08-26R3](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R3): Magneto/Distributor. Issued Mar 31, 2011
- [SAIB NE-06-31R3](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R3) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Jul 22, 2009
- [SAIB NE-06-31R2](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R2) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Apr 29, 2009
- [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008
- [SAIB NE-08-26R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R1) (historical): Dual Magnetos. Issued Jul 8, 2008
- [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008
- [SAIB NE-06-31R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R1) (historical): . Issued Apr 18, 2006
- [SAIB NE-06-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31) (historical): . Issued Feb 27, 2006
- [SAIB NE-03-18](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-03-18): . Issued Jan 22, 2003
- [SAIB NE-00-22](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-00-22): . Issued May 23, 2000

## Registered aircraft (256, first 50)

- [N10183](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10183): [Excelsior Aviation 2 LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EXCELSIOR%20AVIATION%202%20LLC), [Lewes, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Lewes), S/N P234
- [N104GP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N104GP): [Kline Michael S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KLINE%20MICHAEL%20S), [Gypsum, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Gypsum), built 2010, S/N 5302
- [N10MK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10MK): [Elliott Russell R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ELLIOTT%20RUSSELL%20R), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 2019, S/N 001
- [N1122M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1122M): [Meyer Jeremie D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEYER%20JEREMIE%20D), [Oconto Falls, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Oconto%20Falls), built 2018, S/N JDM-1
- [N115WT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N115WT): [Wray Robert J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WRAY%20ROBERT%20J), [Abilene, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Abilene), built 2008, S/N 1144
- [N11650](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11650): [Dupuis Charles Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DUPUIS%20CHARLES%20JR), [Breaux Bridge, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Breaux%20Bridge), built 1972, S/N 839-72
- [N118PB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N118PB): [Markie Scott A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARKIE%20SCOTT%20A), [Mattawamkeag, ME](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ME/Mattawamkeag), built 2014, S/N 001
- [N11CB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11CB): [Brame Charles E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRAME%20CHARLES%20E), [Shavano Park, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Shavano%20Park), built 2007, S/N 60316
- [N1218G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1218G): [Barth George E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARTH%20GEORGE%20E), [Port Orange, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Port%20Orange), built 2012, S/N 25085
- [N1221A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1221A): [Gerbi Charles R Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GERBI%20CHARLES%20R%20TRUSTEE), [Auke Bay, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Auke%20Bay), built 1951, S/N 18-832
- [N124SN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N124SN): [Wasatch Consulting LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WASATCH%20CONSULTING%20LLC), [Chandler, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Chandler), S/N WA 674 SN
- [N12LZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12LZ): [Conlon Joseph F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CONLON%20JOSEPH%20F), [Gainesville, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Gainesville), built 2011, S/N LZ001
- [N130KW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N130KW): [Clemente Daniel L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLEMENTE%20DANIEL%20L), [Manheim, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Manheim), built 2014, S/N 90301
- [N131RB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N131RB): [Lochman Construction LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LOCHMAN%20CONSTRUCTION%20LLC), [Prosper, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Prosper), built 1994, S/N 2190
- [N134NM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N134NM): [Patrick Brent](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PATRICK%20BRENT), [Brunswick, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Brunswick), built 2011, S/N 90134
- [N143AM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N143AM): [Mcgee Ronald S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCGEE%20RONALD%20S), [Las Vegas, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Las%20Vegas), built 1997, S/N 1081
- [N144JM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N144JM): [Bavarian Barnstormers 2 Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BAVARIAN%20BARNSTORMERS%202%20INC), [North Fort Myers, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/North%20Fort%20Myers), built 1967, S/N 18-8589
- [N1471W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1471W): [Wilson Clayton A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILSON%20CLAYTON%20A), [Kirkville, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Kirkville), built 2018, S/N 1742
- [N14LD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N14LD): [Copper Mountain Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COPPER%20MOUNTAIN%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Port Alsworth, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Port%20Alsworth), built 1955, S/N 18-4450
- [N151M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N151M): [Mccallum Michael G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCCALLUM%20MICHAEL%20G), [Ashby, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Ashby), built 2021, S/N 216
- [N153BC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N153BC): [Meierotto Jeff T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEIEROTTO%20JEFF%20T), [Two Rivers, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Two%20Rivers), built 2011, S/N BC-1
- [N156E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N156E): [Demmers Jesse T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEMMERS%20JESSE%20T), [Brandon, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Brandon), built 2015, S/N 90605
- [N158GA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N158GA): [Tizard Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TIZARD%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Phoenix, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Phoenix), built 1993, S/N 2104
- [N162DS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N162DS): [David Y Stevens](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAVID%20Y%20STEVENS), [Falcon, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Falcon), built 2009, S/N 90695
- [N1841A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1841A): [Johnson Kevin L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20KEVIN%20L), [Canyon, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Canyon), built 1952, S/N 18-1735
- [N185NS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185NS): [Lafayette Foundation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAFAYETTE%20FOUNDATION%20INC), [Fort Lupton, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Fort%20Lupton), built 2024, S/N 1445
- [N1877](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1877): [Meuer Gary D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEUER%20GARY%20D), [Tullahoma, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Tullahoma), built 1976, S/N JCC1
- [N1884P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1884P): [Stoica Michael J Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STOICA%20MICHAEL%20J%20JR), [East Liverpool, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/East%20Liverpool), built 1955, S/N 18-4165
- [N188SD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N188SD): [Deray David G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DERAY%20DAVID%20G), [Enid, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Enid), built 2023, S/N DD01
- [N18GL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N18GL): [Townsley Mike](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TOWNSLEY%20MIKE), [Deep River, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Deep%20River), built 1979, S/N 7125-K528
- [N191PF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N191PF): [Dunston Douglas E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DUNSTON%20DOUGLAS%20E), [Saint Paul, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Saint%20Paul), built 2010, S/N 90474
- [N1932Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1932Z): [Spencer David E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPENCER%20DAVID%20E), [Woodville, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Woodville), built 2015, S/N 001
- [N1949E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1949E): [Morgan Evart F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MORGAN%20EVART%20F), [Woodville, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Woodville), built 2019, S/N 001
- [N1968J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1968J): [Reid John D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REID%20JOHN%20D), [Port Saint Lucie, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Port%20Saint%20Lucie), built 2013, S/N 60-320
- [N19992](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N19992): [United Manufacturing Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/UNITED%20MANUFACTURING%20INC), [Holland, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Holland), built 1972, S/N 17260917
- [N1CX](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1CX): [Pacific Ocean Consulting LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PACIFIC%20OCEAN%20CONSULTING%20LLC), [Fort Worth, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fort%20Worth), S/N 21563
- [N2056](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2056): [Hessling Michael M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HESSLING%20MICHAEL%20M), [Morrisville, VT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VT/Morrisville), built 2004, S/N K2
- [N206SC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N206SC): [Splashin LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPLASHIN%20LLC), [White Lake, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/White%20Lake), built 2013, S/N 044R
- [N207DM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N207DM): [Thomson Mary Ellen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THOMSON%20MARY%20ELLEN), [East Berlin, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/East%20Berlin), built 1985, S/N 207
- [N208PL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N208PL): [Lutz Paul Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LUTZ%20PAUL%20TRUSTEE), [Seville, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Seville), built 2006, S/N 24239
- [N211LT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N211LT): [Traver Larry L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TRAVER%20LARRY%20L), [Sturgis, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Sturgis), built 2008, S/N SD-51438-2008
- [N211WF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N211WF): [Pyfl Kolby A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PYFL%20KOLBY%20A), [Maxwell, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Maxwell), built 2015, S/N 1075
- [N214NY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N214NY): [Cabco Enterprises LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CABCO%20ENTERPRISES%20LLC), [Springdale, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Springdale), S/N 899
- [N218LK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N218LK): [Kowalski Leo J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KOWALSKI%20LEO%20J), [Whitehall, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Whitehall), built 2019, S/N 25585
- [N222CD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N222CD): [Pascual John J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PASCUAL%20JOHN%20J), [Panama City Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Panama%20City%20Beach), built 1999, S/N DHS-4
- [N227HP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N227HP): [Britt Joseph A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRITT%20JOSEPH%20A), [North Augusta, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/North%20Augusta), built 2008, S/N 90760
- [N229KB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N229KB): [Boeing Employees Flying Club St Louis](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOEING%20EMPLOYEES%20FLYING%20CLUB%20ST%20LOUIS), [Saint Charles, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Saint%20Charles), built 1999, S/N 001
- [N229VK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N229VK): [Kuklo Thomas C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KUKLO%20THOMAS%20C), [Victor, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Victor), built 2021, S/N 005
- [N237LS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N237LS): [South Florida Ultralights Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTH%20FLORIDA%20ULTRALIGHTS%20INC), [Mulberry, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Mulberry), built 2020, S/N 21242
- [N238LS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N238LS): [Mckissock Mark D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCKISSOCK%20MARK%20D), [Cambridge Springs, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Cambridge%20Springs), built 2011, S/N 91019

All 256: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-series/aircraft.md

## NTSB investigations (49)

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 ANC26LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC26LA065), Jun 24, 2026: Piper PA-18-125 (N7178K), Wasilla, AK, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ANC25LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC25LA075), Jul 11, 2025: Piper PA-18-150 (N8979D), Palmer, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's excessive braking during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over.
- [NTSB WPR24LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA175), Jun 4, 2024: Dennis T Kirby/Michael B Kirby Murphy Rebel (N79ZT), Edgewood, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper installation of the aileron and flap control systems, which resulted in a loss of directional control during the takeoff roll and subsequent runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA24LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA158), Mar 29, 2024: Jmmt Vans RV9A (N387E), Jasper, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined due to impact-related damage.
- [NTSB ANC24LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC24LA006), Nov 18, 2023: Charles J Kase Kase KUB (N853AK), Big Lake, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable landing site that was covered in deep snow.
- [NTSB CEN23LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA009), Oct 9, 2022: Yates Mike E Roaring Eagle (N181MY), Stanwood, IA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack in the traffic pattern, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of airplane control at too low of an altitude to recover.…
- [NTSB ANC22LA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC22LA058), Jul 15, 2022: Piper PA-18-150 (N14LD), Port Alsworth, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s excessive use of brakes which resulted in a nose-over.
- [NTSB ERA22LA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA313), Jun 11, 2022: Whittridge Twinstarr (N298RW), Indian Trail, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: A blockage of the fuel filter inlet by a piece of debris, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ANC22LA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC22LA043), Jun 11, 2022: Pepperd Greg J Caribou Cruiser (N907GP), Wasilla, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's overapplication of brakes during landing, which resulted in a nose-over.
- [NTSB WPR22LA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA089), Jan 30, 2022: Blake D Barrymore Just Acft Superstol (N8794G), Ketchum, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice.
- [NTSB WPR21LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA159), Apr 15, 2021: Piper PA22 (N3023M), Pullman, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during taxiing in crosswind conditions, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
- [NTSB GAA19CA388](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA388), Jul 5, 2019: Piper PA18 (N5830C), Talkeetna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper decision to land on rough, grassy terrain, which resulted in a nose-over.
- [NTSB GAA19CA436](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA436), Jun 28, 2019: Grosch Starduster TOO (N2RG), Lincoln, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing, subsequent loss of directional control, runway excursion, and ground-loop.
- [NTSB CEN18LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN18LA124), Mar 14, 2018: White Thorpe T 18 (N118RG), Cleburne, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB WPR17LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR17LA110), May 26, 2017: Johnson Glastar (N4579J), Concord, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
- [NTSB GAA16CA476](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA476), Sep 10, 2016: Luscombe 8 (N1263K), Juneau, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the foot pad cover…
- [NTSB GAA16CA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA186), Apr 4, 2016: Cessna 172 (N8926V), Punta Gorda, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to avoid obstacles and maintain situational awareness while taxiing.
- [NTSB GAA16CA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA010), Oct 4, 2015: Grosch Starduster TOO SA 30 (N2RG), Lincoln, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a ground loop, left main landing gear collapse, and the left wing striking the…
- [NTSB WPR15LA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15LA162), May 16, 2015: Earl Allen Miglet (N414US), Corning, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The partial loss of engine power during initial climb due to a loose set screw, which allowed the throttle cable rig within the connector to slip.
- [NTSB CEN15FA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15FA127), Jan 28, 2015: Eagleston John H Vans RV9A (N708JE), Kingston, OK, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s continuation of a banked turn following the loss of engine power, which resulted in his failure to maintain adequate airspeed and the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and…
- [NTSB ANC14CA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC14CA079), Sep 13, 2014: Piper PA 18-135 (N959E), Susitna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusting, variable wind conditions during initial climb after takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC14CA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC14CA063), Aug 11, 2014: Piper PA 18-150 (N8979D), Talkeetna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilots excessive use of the airplanes brakes during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose over. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the…
- [NTSB CEN14CA335](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14CA335), Jun 28, 2014: Cessna 172M (N19992), Holland, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB ERA14FA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14FA255), May 25, 2014: Piper PA-28-140 (N43113), Fountain, FL, substantial damage, 3 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's decision to depart from a soft runway with a tailwind and toward obstructions, and his failure to follow the manufacturer's recommended procedures for the takeoff. Contributing to the…
- [NTSB ERA14LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14LA183), Apr 2, 2014: Robert J Reimbold Zenith CH 750 (N938VP), Venus, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fuel system’s inadequate design, which resulted in negative pressure in the right fuel tank and a total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB ANC14CA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC14CA018), Mar 8, 2014: Piper PA 18 (N8281C), Tanana, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The passenger inadvertently interfered with the rudder control pedal, which resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB WPR12LA302](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA302), Jul 11, 2012: Bunch COZY-CANARDIII (N718JT), Winslow, AZ, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during climb in high-density altitude conditions and with the airplane’s weight in excess of its maximum allowable gross weight.
- [NTSB ERA12FA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA093), Dec 1, 2011: Wing John R Wittman Tailwind (N865JT), Fulton, NY, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was a partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice.
- [NTSB CEN10CA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA254), May 17, 2010: Nelson Steven Paul WAG-AEROSPORTSMAN2+2 (N124SN), Milica, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel management.
- [NTSB WPR09CA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA288), Jun 14, 2009: Piper PA-18-150 (N3761Z), Hell's Canyon, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees.
- [NTSB LAX08CA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA143), May 17, 2008: Mason RV-9A (N486EM), Pacific City, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate flare and failure to maintain control following a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was a temporary partial loss of power due to carburetor icing conditions.
- [NTSB SEA07LA259](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07LA259), Sep 12, 2007: Rose Peregrine (N13NG), Reno, NV, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The overspeed of the modified racing engine during takeoff that created an oil mist on the exhaust and smoke, and the pilot's failure to maintain a speed above stall speed (Vs) during his attempted…
- [NTSB DFW07CA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA060), Jan 26, 2007: Tanker DR-107 One Design (N385DT), Rockwall, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during a go-around, which resulted in a forced landing. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA98LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA98LA039), Feb 24, 1998: Cessna 150F (N8794G), Fife, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fracture separation of an exhaust valve head, followed by the total failure of the associated piston. A factor was the soft terrain at the location of the forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX94LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA183), Apr 2, 1994: Piper PA-18-150 (N8884D), Beowawe, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's inadvertent application of the brakes combined with excessive forward control pressure during recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB MIA94LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA035), Dec 4, 1993: Piper PA-28-140 (N43113), Hastings, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE DELAYED REACTION OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND TO COMPENSATE FOR UNEXPECTED WEATHER CONDITIONS, RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE LANDING GEAR.
- [NTSB CHI93LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA245), Jul 2, 1993: Piper PA-18 (N1841A), Felton, MN, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE A CRACKED CARBURETOR FLOAT, FUEL STARVATION, AND THE FAILURE TO PERFORM AN ANNUAL INSPECTION.
- [NTSB SEA92LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA085), Apr 29, 1992: Cessna 150G (N3218J), Caldwell, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: CROSSWINDS AND GUSTS.
- [NTSB ANC92LA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC92LA015), Nov 8, 1991: Piper PA-14 (N4285H), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S LOSS OF CONTROL DURING FINAL APPROACH WHEN HIS ATTENTION WAS DIVERTED TO TRYING TO OPERATE THE VERNIER THROTTLE. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THE…
- [NTSB FTW89DPJ06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DPJ06), Jun 14, 1989: Piper PA-18A (N6873B), Eva, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN VISUAL LOOKOUT. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S LIMITED VISUAL PERCEPTION DUE TO THE GROUND VEHICLE.
- [NTSB FTW81FQA10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW81FQA10), Dec 15, 1980: Piper PA-18A (N6777B), Roswell, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW76DRG94](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW76DRG94), Sep 24, 1976: Aeronca 7ECA (N11650), Brackettville, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC76DAH24](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC76DAH24), Jun 25, 1976: Piper PA-18 (N2855T), Gulkana, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC70D0074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC70D0074), Oct 9, 1969: Piper PA-18 (N7178K), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI69D0190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI69D0190), Aug 7, 1968: Piper PA-18A (N3708A), Hancock, WI, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC68F0088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC68F0088), Sep 21, 1967: Piper PA-18 (N2855T), Gulkana, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA67F0116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA67F0116), Sep 1, 1966: Piper PA-22 (N6956B), Redmond, OR, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA66D0352](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA66D0352), Nov 26, 1965: Piper PA-18 (N4386A), Ft Lauderdale, FL, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC66F0038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC66F0038), Jul 25, 1965: Piper PA-18 (N7545K), Mcgrath, AK, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (73, newest 50)

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 20250904011139I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250904011139I), Sep 4, 2025: Roy A Farris THORP T-18 (N542F), Roswell, NM, Minor damage. On August 4, 025 at 1402 MDT a thrope t- 18 aircraft registered to a private individual departed the paved surface of runway 21 during landing roll out at row…
- [Incident 20250721012679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250721012679I), Jul 21, 2025: Klima Ken VANS RV-9 (N904KJ), Oshkosh, WI, Minor damage. On 7/21/2025 during the [privacy data omitted]event at Oshkosh, WI, aircraft struck taxi way p, light #13 while taxiing to the aircraft parking area following…
- [Accident 20250710008359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250710008359A), Jul 10, 2025: Piper PA-18-150 (N8979D), Palmer, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot approached the landing strip with two notches of flaps, and touched down on the spot he picked. He dropped flaps once on the ground and started braking.…
- [Accident 20240604012669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240604012669A), Jun 4, 2024: Dennis T Kirby/Michael B Kirby MURPHY REBEL (N79ZT), Edgewood, NM, Destroyed. On 06/04/2024, at approximately 1559Z, pilot was flying owned/operated homebuilt/expiremental rebel eb airplane, on a VFR personal flight originating at…
- [Accident 20240329003619A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240329003619A), Mar 29, 2024: Jmmt LLC VANS RV9A (N387E), Jasper, GA, Substantial damage. Pilot reports that while onthe aircraft's secondoperational test flight with approximately only one hour of flight time felt like it began to lose power. The…
- [Accident 20231118017959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20231118017959A), Nov 18, 2023: Charles J Kase KASE KUB (N853AK), Big Lake, AK, Substantial damage. On November 18, 2023, the pilot of an experimental PA-18 type home-built Kase Kub took off from wolf lake strip (4AK6) after a condition inspection. The…
- [Accident 20221009017359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221009017359A), Oct 9, 2022: Mike E Yates ROARING EAGLE (N181MY), Stanwood, IA, Destroyed. 2Nd flight of aircraft, fuel pump bypass valve was left in the off position resulting in loss of power, due to engine flooding. Lack of familiarity with the…
- [Accident 20220713007529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220713007529A), Jul 13, 2022: Piper PA-18-150 (N14LD), Port Alsworth, AK, Substantial damage. The aircraft flipped over on an off airport landing with one passenger on board. Both occupants sustained no injuries.
- [Accident 20220611010329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220611010329A), Jun 11, 2022: Whittridge Richard D TWINSTARR (N298RW), Indian Trail, NC, Substantial damage. Gyro plane was just purchased and pilot decided to test fly. According to the pilots statements, after lift off the aircraft lost power and crashed into…
- [Accident 20220611010279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220611010279A), Jun 11, 2022: Pepperd Greg J CARIBOU CRUISER (N907GP), Wasilla, AK, Substantial damage. On June 11, 2022 the student pilot (sp) met with his CFI around 1PM at a private strip approximately 2 miles west of wolf lake airport. The CFI was to instruct…
- [Accident 20220130001089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220130001089A), Jan 30, 2022: Blake D Barrymore JUST ACFT SUPERSTOL (N8794G), Ketchum, ID, Substantial damage. The pilot stated he decided to fly in the afternoon for an hour. Engine was running smooth, had 2+ hours of fuel on board. Circled around the ski resort, was…
- [Incident 20210823013919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210823013919I), Aug 23, 2021: David B Dunlop MURPHY REBEL (N309D), Burlington, WA, Minor damage. Upon preparing for flight, the PIC discovered the aircraft?s main battery dead. PIC elected to hand prop the aircraft. The aircraft wings were tethered down to…
- [Accident 20210414003689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210414003689A), Apr 14, 2021: Piper PA-22-135 (N3023M), Pullman, WA, Substantial damage. Pilot was landing in farm field approximately 2 nautical miles west of Pullman airport. Pilot reported he was turning right to line up to take off, when a gust…
- [Incident 20201123015659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20201123015659I), Nov 23, 2020: Champion 7ECA (N2505F), Watkins, CO, Minor damage. Pilot was practicing touch and go landings at calhan airport and at cfo airport. Prior to the final landing at cfo, pilot was notified from tower that the…
- [Accident 20190705009219A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190705009219A), Jul 5, 2019: Piper PA-18-150 (N5830C), Talkeetna, AK, Substantial damage. PIC attempted to land in the Talkeetna mountains. The PIC was not able to stop the aircraft until it got to the bottom of the hill when it flipped over onto…
- [Accident 20190628008389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190628008389A), Jun 28, 2019: Grosch STARDUSTER TOO SA-30 (N2RG), Lincoln, CA, Substantial damage. Aircraft touched down on rwy 15 and lost control while rolling out. A/c departed runway to the right into the dirt and experienced significant side loads,…
- [Incident 20181103021469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20181103021469I), Nov 3, 2018: Bruns Gregory LANCAIR 320 (N420GB), Spartanburg, SC, Minor damage. N420GB was landing runway 23 (spa) and during roll out the aircraft drifted off the right side of the runway. The aircraft ran through some soft red clay then…
- [Accident 20180314002509A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180314002509A), Mar 14, 2018: White Paris Randy WHITE THORPE T-18 (N118RG), Cleburne, TX, Substantial damage. On March 14, 2018, at approximately 1630 central daylight time, a White thorpe T18, N118RG, impacted trees on the edge of a field in Cleburne Texas. The…
- [Incident 20171208022859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171208022859I), Dec 8, 2017: Schneider Gerald R Jr COZY MARK IV (N85TT), Everett, WA, Minor damage. Aircraft was inbound and cleared to land rnwy 16R. Aircraft landed with nose gear retracted (mains do not retract on this model). PIC was able to extend the…
- [Accident 20170526006659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170526006659A), May 26, 2017: Johnson John C GLASTAR (N4579J), Concord, CA, Substantial damage. Concord, CA (ccr) Aircraft N4579J, Glastar crashed short of runway 19R landing off-airport in an intersection. Engine quit. The pilot suffered only minor…
- [Accident 20160910017129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160910017129A), Sep 10, 2016: Luscombe 8E (N1263K), Juneau, WI, Substantial damage. The mishap aircraft was conducting a wheel landing on runway 26 at the Dodge County Airport. The weather was VFR, and winds were reported as 280 at 9, gusting…
- [Incident 20160809025219I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160809025219I), Aug 9, 2016: Johnson Albert A Jr MARQUART MA-5 (N357AJ), Chester, CT, Minor damage. This inspector contacted the airman and arranged to meet him at Chester Airport, August 15, 2016. The aircraft sustained minor damage during a landing…
- [Accident 20160404002759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160404002759A), Apr 4, 2016: Cessna 172M (N8926V), Punta Gorda, FL, Substantial damage. During taxi into parking, pilot allowed left wing to strike a light pole adjacent to the ramp.
- [Accident 20151004018409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20151004018409A), Oct 4, 2015: Grosch STARDUSTER TOO SA-30 (N2RG), Lincoln, CA, Substantial damage. Upon landing at Lincoln, CA (lhm) pilot experienced a violent cross wind gust causing the aircraft to ground loop. The resultant side force imparted onto the…
- [Incident 20150719010689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150719010689I), Jul 19, 2015: Fasching John W RV-6A (N1CX), Oshkosh, WI, Minor damage. Pilot stated he had hard landing and subsequent bounce while landing on 36R (osh/eaa temporary runway) with wind from west at 10 KTS. Impact marks on runway…
- [Accident 20150516006709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150516006709A), May 16, 2015: Earl R Allen MIGLET (N414US), Rancho Tehama, CA, Substantial damage. On take off from ranch Tehama, CA airport, the pilot experienced a partial loss of engine power. As he was still over the runway, he elected to land, however,…
- [Accident 20150128002339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150128002339A), Jan 28, 2015: Eagleston John H VANS RV9A (N708JE), Kingston, OK, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. On January 28, 2015, solo student pilot, was making low passes over lake texoma, Oklahoma. The pilot lost control for unknown reasons and received fatal…
- [Accident 20140913020379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140913020379A), Sep 13, 2014: Piper PA-18-135 (N959E), Skwentna, AK, Substantial damage. On sept 13, 14.5 NM sw of Skwentna AK, Piper PA-18, N959E, sustained substantial damage while attempting a takeoff from a wet, soft unimproved off airport…
- [Accident 20140810015479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140810015479A), Aug 10, 2014: Piper PA-18-150 (N8979D), Talkeetna, AK, Substantial damage. Summary In the afternoon of Sunday August 10th, 2014, super cub N8979D nosed over and came to a rest upside down after landing on a gravel bar. The aircraft…
- [Accident 20140628010329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140628010329A), Jun 28, 2014: Cessna 172M (N19992), Holland, MI, Substantial damage. Aircraft exited right side of runway on rollout after landing, came to rest in grassy area between runway and taxiway.
- [Accident 20140525008999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140525008999A), May 25, 2014: Piper PA-28-140 (N43113), Fountain, FL, Destroyed, 3 fatal. At approximately 0915 on may 25, 2014 , a Piper PA-28-140, with an upgraded 180HP engine, crashed into the trees 1100 feet from the departure end of runway 27…
- [Accident 20140402004869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140402004869A), Apr 2, 2014: Robert J Reimbold ZENITH CH 750 (N938VP), Labelle, FL, Substantial damage. Pilot was flying straight and level when engine stopped, left fuel tank indicated empty and right indicated substantial fuel.
- [Accident 20140308002309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140308002309A), Mar 8, 2014: Piper PA-18A (N8281C), Substantial damage. Pilot departed snow covered frozen lake and encountered snow drifts during take-off procedure and lost directional control causing the aircraft to strike the…
- [Accident 20120711015279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120711015279A), Jul 11, 2012: Bunch Matthew B COZY-CANARDIII (N718JT), Winslow, AZ, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Aircraft N718JT departed runway 29 from inw. At the approximate time of departure the weather was reported astemperature of 93 degrees, winds were reported as…
- [Accident 20111201028479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20111201028479A), Dec 1, 2011: Wing John R WITTMAN TAILWIND W10 (N865JT), Fulton, NY, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Aircraft crashed while performing touch and go flights on outskirts of Fulton NY, near rte 176 in an open field area.
- [Incident 20110626013109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110626013109I), Jun 26, 2011: Canedy Clark COZY MK IV (N40CZ), Chino, CA, Minor damage. Aircraft N40CZ departed cno for a test flight south of the airport. Approximately 40 minutes into the flight at 2500 feet the canopy flew open. The pilot…
- [Incident 20110522008669I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110522008669I), May 22, 2011: Danford Gary R HATZ CB-1 (N453HZ), Battle Creek, MI, Minor damage. Pilot stated that the aircraft became airborn again shortly after touchdown. He estimated to be about 5 feet above the ground and attempted a go around. The…
- [Incident 20110123000999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110123000999I), Jan 23, 2011: Mccumber-Ni LONG-EZ (N407MN), Victorville, CA, Minor damage. The aircraft was departing vcv on run way 21. During rotation the nose wheel fell off. The pilot was notified by ground personel of the missing nose gear.…
- [Accident 20100516004929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100516004929A), May 16, 2010: Nelson Stev WAG-AEROSPO (N124SN), Milaca, MN, Substantial damage. Pilot steven paul Nelson was on a pleasure flight with his father. He was performing a touch and go at Milaca MN (18Y) on runway 16, on initial climb out the…
- [Accident 20090614008579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090614008579A), Jun 14, 2009: Piper PA18150 (N3761Z), Cottonwood, ID, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot on final approach to Salmon Bar Airport. On final approach to runway 15 pilot made a slight right turn to align aircraft to runway and struck a…
- [Incident 20090128002829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090128002829I), Jan 28, 2009: Wiza RV6A (N56SE), Orlando, FL, Minor damage. On January 27, 2009 at approximately 1715Z a us registered experimental RV6A aircraft N56SE s/n 24682, operated by [privacy data omitted] and owned by plane…
- [Incident 20080810846789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080810846789I), Aug 10, 2008: Cessna 172M (N19992), Fremont, MI, Minor damage. (-23) Student pilot was on his second cross country, and diverted to kffx from another airport because the originaldestination's winds were too high. The winds…
- [Accident 20080517836309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080517836309A), May 17, 2008: Amtr RV9A (N486EM), Pacific City, OR, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot had long descent with engine at idle, he did not clear the carburetor. On short final over the water, the pilot realized he was a little low and…
- [Accident 20070911020839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070911020839A), Sep 11, 2007: Amtr ROSEPEREGRIN (N13NG), Reno, NV, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. (-23) Shortly after takeoff on runway 8, smoke was observed by personnel on the ground, coming from the engine compartment. When the pilot attempted to turn…
- [Accident 20070126000889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070126000889A), Jan 26, 2007: Onedes DR107 (N385DT), Dallas, TX, Substantial damage. (-23) On Friday January 26, 2007 I responded to a call from the FAA regional coummunications center regarding an accident in rockwall county Texas at rockwall…
- [Incident 20061122023959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061122023959I), Nov 22, 2006: Amtr VSTAR (N46A), Conroe, TX, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft ground looped on landing. Aircraft touched down on mains, as aircraft was slowing and tail dropping, the tail came around to the left 90…
- [Incident 20060918022849I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060918022849I), Sep 18, 2006: Piper PA18150 (N3761Z), Grangeville, ID, Minor damage. (-23) On October 18, 2006 at 0915 the pilot [privacy data omitted] ^ was landing at the Grangeville, Idaho airport (S80). During the landing rollout the pilot…
- [Incident 20060326004549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060326004549I), Mar 26, 2006: Piper PA18A150 (N6777B), Fort Smith, AR, Minor damage. (-23) The pilot [privacy data omitted] was part of the comedy act at the ft. Smith airshow, he was the one to act as if the aircraft was having tail wheel…
- [Incident 20060210007899I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060210007899I), Feb 10, 2006: Amtr PITTSSPECS1 (N55DP), Byron, CA, Minor damage. (-23) 1610 PST, a pitts special S-1 was landing at Byron Airport, C83, on runway 30. The aircraft ground looped after touchdown. There was minor damage to the…
- [Incident 20040717019639I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040717019639I), Jul 17, 2004: Amtr RV6 (N8GV), Salinas, CA. (-23) Based on a statement from the pilot, he was inbound to Salinas airport (sns) at 5500 feet MSL. When he reduced power for descent to sns, the engine began…

All 73: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-series/incidents.md

## Service difficulty reports (346, newest 50)

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

- [SDR 2026FA0000681](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000681), Sep 3, 2026: GASCOLATOR. DIRTY. PILOT REPORTED LOW POWER AND VIBRATION ON TAKEOFF AND ABORTED TAKEOFF. CLEANED GASCOLATOR AND AGGRESSIVELY FUEL TANKS AND BELLY SUMPS. NO WATER WAS PRESENT. VER
- [SDR 2026FA0000408](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000408), May 19, 2026: IMPULSE COUPLING. UNSERVICEABLE. MAGNETO REMOVED FOR IMPULSE COUPLING INSPECTION. CHAMPION PRODUCED IMPULSE COUPLING FOUND INSTALLED. BOTH RIVETS HOLDING THE PAWLS IN WERE FOUND TO BE BENT.
- [SDR 2026FA0000164](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000164), Mar 10, 2026: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. I HAVE MULTIPLE CRACKED CYLINDERS BETWEEN O-320-D2J AND O-320-D3G ENGINES, THE CYLINDER IS ALL CRACKING IS IN THE SAME LOCATION NEAR THE INTAKE PORT OF THE CYLI
- [SDR 2026FA0000159](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000159), Mar 5, 2026: CYLINDER. CRACKED. POSITION # 1 &2 CYLINDER EXHAUST PORT CRACK FROM THE INBOARD EXHAUST STUD EXTENDING TO THE BACK OF THE PORT. CRACK VISIBLE THROUGH THE FINS. SUPERIOR CYLINDERS 
- [SDR 2025FA0000780](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000780), Nov 24, 2025: CYLINDER. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE ANNUAL/100HOUR INSPECTIONS 9 CYLINDERS HAVE BEEN FOUND TO BE CRACKED IN THE SAME LOCATION BETWEEN 4 DIFFERENT AIRCRAFT. ON THE LYCOMING O-320 SER
- [SDR 2023FA0000086](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000086), Jan 24, 2023: OIL SYSTEM. LEAKING. N5171H, C172, DECLARED AN EMERGENCY DUE TO SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. 01/24/2023 1705Z///// MAINTENANCE FOUND THAT OIL CAME OUT OF THE OI
- [SDR 2021FA0000046](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000046), Feb 15, 2021: ENGINE. FIRE. THE ENGINE WAS OVERHAULED ON DECEMBER 10, 2020. IT WAS PLACED INTO SERVICE IN THE ABOVE AIRPLANE JANUARY 22, 2021. POST ENGINE INSTALLATION RUNS AND INITIAL FLI
- [SDR 8HBR20200629023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/8HBR20200629023), Jun 27, 2020: FLAPPER VALVE. FAILED. CARBURETOR HEAT FLAPPER VALVE MATERIAL FAILURE. A PIECE OF THE CARB HEAT FLAPPER VALVE MATERIAL SEPARATED FROM THE VALVE ASSEMBLY AND GOT STUCK IN THE THROTTLE 
- [SDR 2020FA0000289](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000289), Jun 5, 2020: MOUNT. BROKEN. ENGINE MOUNT EARS ON TOP MOUNT TO AIRFRAME BROKE AT BEND LINE SOMETIME IN THE LIFE OF THE MOUNT. MOUNT FAILED ON START UP & TAXI ALLOWING ENG TO DROP FORWARD AN
- [SDR 2020FA0000076](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000076), Jan 22, 2020: SPARK PLUG. OUT OF TOLERANCE. ACFT EQUIPPED WITH REM 38E SPARK PLUGS, AN UNUSUALLY HIGH EGT READING, CHECKED THE MAGNETOS. SWITCHED FROM BOTH TO LEFT, THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING ON ONLY 3 CYLIND
- [SDR 2020FA0000060](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000060), Jan 14, 2019: PLUG. BROKEN. FLIGHT TRAINING. THE PIN CAP/PLUG BROKE OFF. THEN BROKE THE PISTON.
- [SDR 2018FA0000515](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000515), Dec 11, 2018: SKIN. CRACKED. ON ANNUAL INSPECTION TWO SMALL CRACKS WERE FOUND ON THE TOP OF THE RIGHT WING AND ONE SMALL CRACK ON THE TOP OF THE LEFT WING. THE FIRST CRACK WAS FOUND AT THE 
- [SDR 2018FA0000516](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000516), Dec 11, 2018: SKIN. DAMAGED. ON ANNUAL INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE TRAILING EDGE CAP ON THE BOTTOM RIGHT INBOARD LONGITUDINAL EXTERIOR RUNNER HAD TWO POPPED RIVET HEADS AND SURFACE COR
- [SDR 2018FA0000521](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000521), Jul 3, 2018: HOSE. COLLAPSED. INVESTIGATING HIGH OIL TEMPERATURE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT APPROXIMATELY 4 INCHES OF THE INSIDE LAYER OF THE OIL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE OIL COOLER AT THE ENG END BEG
- [SDR 2018FA0000201](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000201), Jun 29, 2018: CYLINDER. FAILED. DURING A 100 HOUR INSPECTION, DISCOVERED THAT CYLINDERS NR 1 AND 3 HAD COMPRESSIONS IN THE 20PSI RANGE. ATTEMPTS TO CORRECT THIS WERE NOT SUCCESSFUL. CYLINDERS 
- [SDR 2018FA0000522](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000522), Mar 30, 2018: SHAFT. FRACTURED. PILOT REPORTED A SMOOTH 200 RPM DROP ON RIGHT MAGNETO WHEN PERFORMING HIS PRE DEPARTURE ENG CHECK. REPLACING THE POINTS, CAPACITOR, CAM AND CAM GEAR DID NOT RES
- [SDR 2018FA0000001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000001), Jan 3, 2018: ENGINE. POWER LOSS. MOMENTARY 200 RPM DROP DURING CRUISE. MADE PRECAUTIONARY LANDING, PERFORMED ENGINE RUN UPS AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE MALFUNCTION.
- [SDR 2017FA0000168](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000168), Apr 12, 2017: CYLINDER. CRACKED. NUMBER 1 CYLINDER CRACKED, ON CLIMB OUT.
- [SDR 2016FA0000498](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000498), Oct 12, 2016: PISTON RING. OUT OF ALIGNMENT. DURING TAKE OFF, WITH GLIDER IN TOW, AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED AN UNCOMMANDED ENGINE SHUT DOWN. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT THE NR 3 PISTON RINGS WERE NOT INSTALLED 
- [SDR C2XA2016FA0000390](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C2XA2016FA0000390), Aug 26, 2016: CARBURETOR. LOOSE. COMPLAINT RECEIVED OF ENGINE, DEISELING, ON SHUTDOWN. FOUND CARBURETOR UPPER HALF AND LOWER SEPARATING AT MATING SURFACE. REMOVED CARBURETOR RETIGHTENED SCREWS 
- [SDR 2016FA0000382](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000382), Aug 6, 2016: SCISSOR LINK. CRACKED. WHEN THE ACFT WAS ON FINAL TO RUNWAY 27, THE CONTROLLER THOUGHT THERE WAS SOMETHING THAT DIDN'T LOOK RIGHT WITH THE ACFT, SO HE UTILIZED BINOCULARS AND NOTICED 
- [SDR 2016FA0000391](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000391), Jul 13, 2016: LANDING GEAR. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION AXLE STUB WAS FOUND CRACKED 75 PERCENT OF THE WAY AROUND. AREA INVOLVED WAS IN THE EAR AREA WHERE THE SCISSORS ATTACH AT THE LOWER END
- [SDR 2016FA0000370](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000370), Jun 9, 2016: ROTOR. CRACKED. AIRCRAFT CAME INTO SHOP FOR ANNUAL INSPECTION AND PILOT MENTIONED THAT ON LAST FLIGHT HE HAD AROUND A 300 RPM DROP ON RT MAGNETO. PILOT LEANED MIXTURE AND PERFO
- [SDR 2016FA0000134](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000134), Mar 15, 2016: FIREWALL. BUCKLED. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND LOWER FIREWALL BUCKLED ON RT SIDE NEAR NLG REINFORCEMENT PLATE.
- [SDR ECPR2016022870382](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR2016022870382), Feb 28, 2016: DISTRIBUTOR GEAR. BROKEN. WHILE PERFORMING THE PRE-FLIGHT RUN UP, THE RT MAGNETO DROP OFF WAS FOUND TO BE 400 RPM AND ROUGH.
- [SDR 2016FA0000117](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000117), Feb 28, 2016: WIRE HARNESS. CHAFED. AS THE AIRCRAFT WAS CLIMBING THROUGH 400 FEET AGL, THE PILOT DETECTED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE LT HALF OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE PILOT DECLARED AN EM
- [SDR 2016FA0000202](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000202), Jan 13, 2016: OIL COOLER. CRACKED. AFTER DEPARTURE, ACFT HAD SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT DUE TO A SPLIT IN THE OIL COOLER WHICH WAS GETTING OIL ON THE MUFFLER, CAUSING SMOKE. REPLACE PART WITH NEW PMA P
- [SDR 2015FA0000463](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000463), Sep 25, 2015: NEEDLE. DISLODGED. IDLE MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT KNOB AND NEEDLE FELL OUT OF THE CARBURETOR. 2ND OCCURRENCE.
- [SDR 2015FA0000389](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000389), Jul 8, 2015: SHAFT. SHEARED. THE ROTOR SHAFT THAT HOLDS THE GEAR ON ROTOR, PN: M3548 SHEARED OFF AT THE BASE OF THE ROTOR SHAFT. THIS RESULTED IN THE GEAR JAMMING UP INSIDE THE MAGNETO, WHI
- [SDR KC2R1202201449575](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/KC2R1202201449575), Dec 2, 2014: IMPULSE COUPLING. CRACKED. DURING PERFORMANCE OF MAGNETO "500 HOUR INSPECTION", IMPULSE COUPLING WAS FOUND TO BE CRACKED AT THE TAPER SEAT AND AT BOTH AXLE RIVET LOCATIONS ON BASE PLATE O
- [SDR ECQR2014092500130](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECQR2014092500130), Sep 8, 2014: MAGNETO. FAILED. ENGINE STALLED AFTER LANDING AND ENGINE STALLED TAXIING ON RUNWAY, TWICE. REPLACED CARBURETOR AT 206.3 HRS. AFTER 3RD WRITE UP, BOTH MAGNETOS WERE REMOVED. LT M
- [SDR ECQR2014092500131](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECQR2014092500131), Sep 8, 2014: MAGNETO. FAILED. THE ENGINE O/H AND INSTALLED 1/24/2014. ON 8/12/14 ENGINE STALLED AFTER LANDING AND ENGINE STALLED TAXIING ON RUNWAY, TWICE. 8/22/14, 9/5/14, REPLACED CARBURETO
- [SDR ECPR201407080466](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR201407080466), Jun 19, 2014: CARBURETOR. MALFUNCTIONED. AFTER THE SECOND LANDING, THE THROTTLE WAS PULLED BACK BUT THE ENGINE RPM WOULD NOT GO BELOW 1900 RPM. UPON OPS AND VISUAL INSPECTION IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE
- [SDR 2014FA0000262](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000262), Apr 23, 2014: TUBE. PUNCTURED. PIN HOLE IN SIDE OF INNER TUBE, NOSE GEAR.
- [SDR YAAA20140109001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/YAAA20140109001), Jan 9, 2014: CRANKCASE. CRACKED. FOUND ENG LT CRANKCASE ASSEMBLY CRACKED DURING MAINTENANCE PRE-FLIGHT. REMOVED ENG & SENT CRANKCASE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT.
- [SDR 2013FA0000362](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000362), Jun 20, 2013: SEAT FRAME. CRACKED. SEAT WAS FOUND CRACKED WHERE SEAT BASE FRAMES EXTEND TO ATTACHMENT POINTS.
- [SDR CA130405003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130405003), Mar 30, 2013: IMPULSE COUPLING. INOPERATIVE. (CAN) DURING PREFLIGHT RUNUP A HIGH RPM DROP OFF WAS REPORT ON LT MAGNETO. NOT IMPULSE COUPLING ENGAGEMENT WAS NOTED DURING MAINTENANCE INSPECTION. UPON REMOVAL
- [SDR 2013FA0000142](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000142), Feb 24, 2013: AXLE. CRACKED. LEFT WHEEL AXLE AND WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE GEAR TRUSS.
- [SDR 2013FA0000154](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000154), Feb 19, 2013: YOKE. FAILED. DURING PREFLIGHT, PILOT COULDN`T MOVE ELEVATOR FLIGHT CONTROLS. MX FOUND WELD ASSY YOKE BROKEN OFF AND CORRODED INSIDE THE TUBE.
- [SDR 2012FA0000790](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000790), Dec 2, 2012: STRUCTURE. CORRODED. THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER MAIN SPAR ON THIS ACFT CAN NOT BE INSPECTED BY NORMAL MEANS AS IT IS A COMPLETELY SEALED UNIT WITH NO INSPECTION DOORS, HOLES, OR WIND
- [SDR ECPR201211160001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ECPR201211160001), Nov 2, 2012: VALVE SPRING. BROKEN. ACFT EXPERIENCED ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE INFLIGHT WITH LOSS OF MAX RPM. INSPECTION AFTER PRECAUTIONARY LANDING FOUND LOW COMPRESSION ON THE NR 2 CYLINDER. FURTHER 
- [SDR 2012FA0000728](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000728), Oct 15, 2012: FLOAT. WRONG PART. CARBURETOR WAS SUBMITTED FOR INSPECTION. CUSTOMER STATED THE CARBURETOR WAS UNRESPONSIVE AT IDLE SHUT OFF. ALSO STATED BACKFIRING. DURING INSPECTION, NOTED THE 
- [SDR V0XR20120905J0073](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/V0XR20120905J0073), Sep 4, 2012: FITTING. CORRODED. RIGHT OTBD INTERCOSTAL FLOORMOUNT MACHINE FITTING IS CORRODED. R & R OTBD INTERCOSTAL FLOORMOUNT MACHINE FITTING IAW SRM 51-40-11 AND 51-42-21.
- [SDR 2012FA0000602](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000602), Aug 15, 2012: CIRCUIT BREAKER. INOPERATIVE. NOTED A CLICKING ACCOMPANIED BY AMMETER INDICATING A HEAVY DISCHARGE. PROBLEM ISOLATED TO A CIRCUIT BREAKER THAT WASN`T TRIPPING THE INDICATOR BUTTON AND WAS WO
- [SDR 2012FA0000573](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000573), Aug 8, 2012: SENDING UNIT. MISINSTALLED. FUEL SENDERS, SERVICED, LEAK FUEL THROUGH THE MOUNTING FLANGE, WHICH IS BOLTED, OUTSIDE OF TANK, TO THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK.
- [SDR 2012FA0000453](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000453), Jul 3, 2012: CYLINDER. CRACKED. THE NR 4 CYLINDER BAFFLE CRACKS TOO OFTEN,SOMETIMES IN AS LITTLE AS 100HR. THIS BAFFLE SUPPORTS THE OTBD SIDE OF THE OIL COOLER, NEW PART FROM STOCK HAD A .025 
- [SDR 2012FA0000630](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000630), Jun 26, 2012: UNKNOWN. FIRE. ACFT WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED AS A RESULT OF AN IN-FLIGHT FIRE AND RESULTING POST CRASH FIRE. THE FIRE APPEARS TO HAVE STARTED IN THE COCKPIT FROM AN UNKNOWN IG
- [SDR 2012FA0000305](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000305), Apr 25, 2012: BRAKE ASSY. CRACKED. PART HAS A CRACK AT 1 OF THE BLEEDER PORTS. IT MAY HAVE BEEN FROM COMPONENT FAILURE, BUT IT MAY WELL HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY OVER-TIGHTENING.
- [SDR 2012FA0000212](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000212), Feb 23, 2012: SLEEVE. MISMANUFACTURED. FUEL LEAK OCCURED AT RIGHT AFT FUEL TANK OUTLET FITTING FUEL LINE FLARED FITTING JOINT. FUEL LINE WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A DEFECTIVE SLEEVE WITH A SHOULDER OF .0
- [SDR 2011FA0000776](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000776), Dec 6, 2011: BATTERY. EXPLODED. ON ENGINE START-UP A LOUD POP WAS HEARD FROM UNDER THE COWL. INVESTIGATION SHOWED THAT THE BATTERY, A 24 VOLT, MODEL 243 INSTALLED IN 2007, HAD EXPLODED UPWARD.

All 346: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-series/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (70, 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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE00825WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00825WI): Installation of Specialty Products Spin-on oil filter on Lycoming Engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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
- [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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
- [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE4-1638](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4-1638): Installation of one Roto-Master Turbocharger Model No. 3DT5FF10J2, P/N 600572-00 (formerly Rajay Model No. 315F10, P/N RJ0080-100, -101, or -102). TALCO Aviation. Lists O-320-A Series
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE1051SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1051SW): Convert straight mount engine to dynafocal mount configuration. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-320-A2B
- [STC SE1339SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1339SW): Modify pistons to Drawings 11007 and 11015; piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-320-D1A
- [STC SE4408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4408SW): Miscellaneous engine cylinder replacement parts. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE00218NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00218NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 12 volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE00357NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00357NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SE2901NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2901NM): Lycoming valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE00590DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00590DE): Installation of modified Lubricated Camshaft. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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. Lists O-320-A Series
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE3692SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3692SW-D): Increase 5 minute takeoff maximum power rating to 160 horsepower. RAM Aircraft Limited Partnership. Lists O-320-E2D
- [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. Lists O-320-B1A
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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. Lists O-320-A1A
- [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. Lists O-320-E2A
- [STC SE925GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE925GL): Installation of Shadin Co. fuel flow transducer. Shadin Company Inc. Lists O-320-A2B
- [STC SE01930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01930NY): Installation of Casper Labs 90 degree oil filter housing adapter. Casper Labs Inc. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE02157NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02157NY): Installation and maintenance of new roller-bearing lifters and camshaft. Air P Techno Inc. Lists O-320-H2AD
- [STC SE1779NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1779NM): Installation of Precise Flight, Inc. Standby Vacuum System SVS III. Precise Flight Inc. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE02207AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02207AK): Limited to installation on model O-320-E2D, serial number 24305-27A ONLY. Hot Springs Aviation. Lists O-320-E2D
- [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE2315NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2315NM): Modification of Lycoming 0-320-A2B engine to 160 HP configuration. Aero Recip Alaska, LLC. Lists O-320-A2B
- [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
- [STC SE682NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE682NE): Conversion of Model 0-320-E2G engine to high compression. Precision Engine. Lists O-320-E2G
- [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
- [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-A Series
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation. Lists O-320-A1A
- [STC SE1226CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1226CE): Modify engines for a 160 horsepower rating on 100/130 minimum grade fuel. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company. Lists O-320-A2B
- [STC SE00252SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00252SE): Modification for a 160 hp rating on 100/100LL minimum grade fuel. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company. Lists O-320-A2B
- [STC SE8023SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8023SW): Installation and usage of AEROSHELL. Shell Development Co
- [STC SE702NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE702NE): Modification of crankcase tappet bores to accommodate large tappets. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists O-320-H Series
- [STC SE4634NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4634NM): Installation of oil filter adapter fabricated. Univ of Alaska Fairbanks. Lists O-320-A1A

All 70: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-series/stcs.md

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