# Porsche 678/4

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 51001
- Manufacturer (registry): PORSCHE
- Model: 678/4
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 75 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS 7E2](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/7E2) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Porsche K.-G. Dr. Ing.h.c.F.
- Installed in: 1 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/porsche-678-4

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.

None matched.

## Information bulletins (advisory) (1)

- [SAIB NE-09-21](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-21): Reciprocating Engine. Issued Mar 31, 2009

## Registered aircraft (1)

- [N47178](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N47178): [Ashby Darrell T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ASHBY%20DARRELL%20T), [Elko, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Elko), S/N 1233

## NTSB investigations (2)

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 LAX80DUM31](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX80DUM31), Sep 3, 1980: Rhein RW-3 (N1960G), Santa Ysable, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC70FDM22](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC70FDM22), Apr 27, 1970: Rhein RW3B (N111ZZ), Minneapolis, MN, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (3)

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 19830515061099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830515061099I), May 15, 1983: Amtr KR2 (N3799B), Baraboo, WI, Minor damage. Engine quit on climbout due to a vapor lock at the gascolator from engine heat. Vent line to be added by builder.
- [Accident 19800903041349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800903041349A), Sep 3, 1980: Rhnflu RW3P75 (N1960G), Santa Ysabel, CA, Substantial damage. Pilot attempted takeoff from rough field and one landing gear failed, flying into prop and stabilizer.
- [Incident 19800501043909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800501043909I), May 1, 1980: Rhnflu RW3P75 (N1960G), El Cajon, CA, Minor damage. Engine failed due to loss of ignition which is powered by battery. Battery was low.

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