# Aero Commander 680FL

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 0141608
- Manufacturer (registry): AERO COMMANDER
- Model: 680FL
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 2 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 11
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 188 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 2A4](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/2A4) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Twin Commander Aircraft LLC
- Registered aircraft: 10
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680fl

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

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

- [AD 2005-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-18-20): "FASTprop" propeller de-icers · Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A(B,K)-8R constant speed propeller (STC SA00718LA or 17 others). Effective Oct 14, 2005
- [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005
- [AD 2000-02-30](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-02-30): Airframe Pneumatic Deicing Boots · Twin Commander 680, 680-E, 680-F and 15 more. Effective Mar 24, 2000
- [AD 98-20-34](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-20-34): Airplane Flight Manuals--Severe Icing Conditions · Twin Commander 500, 500-A, 500-B and 24 more. Effective Nov 3, 1998
- [AD 98-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-03): Transponders · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 230 more. Effective Aug 16, 1998
- [AD 98-07-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-07-17): Flap System · Twin Commander 500, 500-A, 500-B and 27 more. Effective May 29, 1998
- [AD 98-08-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-08-19): Wing to Fuselage Attachment Brackets and Straps · Twin Commander 500, 500-A, 500-B and 27 more. Effective May 18, 1998
- [AD 94-04-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-04-14): Spar Cap · Twin Commander 500-S, 500-U, 680-FL(P) and 6 more. Effective Apr 12, 1994
- [AD 94-04-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-04-13): Spar Cap · Twin Commander 500, 500-A, 500-B and 17 more. Effective Apr 12, 1994
- [AD 87-21-07 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-21-07-R1): Fuel Filler Openings · Twin Commander 500, 500-A, 500-B and 16 more. Effective May 5, 1989
- [AD 79-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-07-02): Batteries · Aircraft Parts & Development A, A-2, A-3 and 149 more. Effective Apr 3, 1979
- [AD 78-05-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-05-06): Flexible Fuel Cells · Cessna 180, 182, 185 and 98 more. Effective Jun 30, 1978
- [AD 73-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-06-02): Fuel Siphoning · Twin Commander 500, 500-A, 500-B and 13 more. Effective Mar 19, 1973
- [AD 67-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-26-04): Altimeters · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206A, 150G, 172H (USAF T-41A) and 36 more
- [AD 67-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-22-01): Main Landing Gear · Twin Commander 500-A, 500-B, 560-F and 4 more. Effective Aug 28, 1967
- [AD 64-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-02-01): Main Landing Gear · Twin Commander 500-A, 500-B, 560-F and 2 more. Effective Feb 20, 1964
- [AD 62-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-05-01): Alternate Induction Air Valve · Twin Commander 680-F, 680-FL, 680-FL(P) and 1 more. Effective Mar 6, 1962

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 94-04-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-04-17) (historical): Flap System Cable · Twin Commander 500, 500-A, 500-B and 27 more. Effective Apr 15, 1994

## Information bulletins (advisory) (1)

- [SAIB 2023-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2023-14): Landing Gear Retract/Extend System. Issued Nov 14, 2023

## Registered aircraft (10)

- [N114MN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N114MN): [Sutton Aircraft Salvage LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUTTON%20AIRCRAFT%20SALVAGE%20LLC), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), built 1965, S/N 1553-107
- [N199WM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N199WM): [Jetstream Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JETSTREAM%20LTD), [Powell, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Powell), built 1964, S/N 1406-59
- [N2755B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2755B): [Boyce Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOYCE%20AVIATION%20INC), [New Port Richey, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/New%20Port%20Richey), built 1965, S/N 1541-105
- [N2828S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2828S): [Suburban Air Express Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUBURBAN%20AIR%20EXPRESS%20INC), [Fairbanks, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Fairbanks), built 1963, S/N 1329-14
- [N290MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N290MP): [Suburban Air Express Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUBURBAN%20AIR%20EXPRESS%20INC), [Fairbanks, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Fairbanks), built 1965, S/N 1535-104
- [N309VS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N309VS): [Sutton Aircraft Salvage LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUTTON%20AIRCRAFT%20SALVAGE%20LLC), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), built 1967, S/N 1659-128
- [N5035E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5035E): [Suburban Air Express Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUBURBAN%20AIR%20EXPRESS%20INC), [Fairbanks, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Fairbanks), built 1968, S/N 1764-147
- [N572TN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N572TN): [Shelton Paul K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHELTON%20PAUL%20K), [Flushing, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Flushing), S/N 1360-38
- [N742W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N742W): [Airborne Holdings Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRBORNE%20HOLDINGS%20INC), [Midlothian, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Midlothian), built 1966, S/N 680FL-1650
- [N9011N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9011N): [Sutton Aircraft Salvage LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUTTON%20AIRCRAFT%20SALVAGE%20LLC), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), built 1969, S/N 1836-153

## NTSB investigations (46)

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 WPR11FA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA078), Dec 20, 2010: Aero Commander 680FL (N316KW), Perris, CA, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an in-flight collision with mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB LAX05GA243](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05GA243), Jul 22, 2005: Aero Commander 680 FL (N7UP), Las Vegas, NV, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's excessive selection of flaps prior to takeoff, which resulted in a failure to obtain/maintain an appropriate climb airspeed, and an inadvertent stall/mush during takeoff-initial climb. A…
- [NTSB FTW04FA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA006), Oct 8, 2003: Twin Commander Acft. 680FL (N680WS), Harrison, AR, destroyed. Probable cause: The loss of power to both engines due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to complete the landing checklist while on final approach. A factor contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB SEA98FA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA98FA100), Jun 17, 1998: Aero Commander 680FL (N446JR), Helena, MT, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain the correct altitude while turning inbound during a procedure turn to the ILS final approach course. Factors include hilly/mountainous terrain and clouds in the area…
- [NTSB SEA93FA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93FA046), Dec 26, 1992: Aero Commander 680FL (N111MN), Lester, WA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: UNDETERMINED.
- [NTSB SEA88FA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA88FA069), Apr 9, 1988: Aero Commander 680FL (N291NC), Soda Springs, ID, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB MKC88FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88FA028), Dec 16, 1987: Aero Commander 680FL (N6509V), Kansas City, MO, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA87LA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA87LA238), Sep 2, 1987: Aero Commander 680FL (N111UA), St Thomas, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN87FA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN87FA066), Mar 13, 1987: Rockwell 680FL (N4581E), Basalt, CO, destroyed
- [NTSB NYC87DNC03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC87DNC03), Dec 3, 1986: Aero Commander 680 (N6375U), Barre, VT, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC86FA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC86FA201), Aug 8, 1986: Aero Commander 680FL (N6341U), Duxsbury, VT, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB MKC86FA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC86FA101), May 9, 1986: Aero Commander 680FL (N1198Z), Grand Island, NE, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB NYC86LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC86LA085), Mar 15, 1986: Rockwell 680FL (N287B), Houlton, ME, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN85FA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN85FA240), Sep 12, 1985: Aero Commander 680FL (N45724), Fort Collins, CO, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB DEN83FA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN83FA131), Jun 2, 1983: Aero Commander 680FL (N271VT), Monticello, UT, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB ATL82DA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL82DA223), Aug 2, 1982: Aero Commander 680FL (N11GT), Alabaster, AL, destroyed
- [NTSB MIA81FA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA81FA105), Aug 16, 1981: Aero Comdr 680FL (N6600M), St.Croix, VI, destroyed, 4 fatal
- [NTSB ANC81DA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC81DA013), Dec 30, 1980: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N113NA), Gambell, AK, minor damage, 1 fatal
- [NTSB CHI80FA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI80FA067), Sep 3, 1980: Aero Comdr 680FL (N4700E), Chicago, IL, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB MIA80FLA17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA80FLA17), Mar 15, 1980: Aero Comdr 680F (N2302P), N Smyrna Beach, FL, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA80FA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA80FA032), Feb 14, 1980: Aero Comdr 680FL (N662B), Sebring, FL, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB NYC79FA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC79FA082), Aug 23, 1979: Aero Comdr 680FL (N5003E), Rexville, NY, destroyed, 3 fatal
- [NTSB DEN79FA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN79FA050), Jul 19, 1979: Aero Comdr 680FL (N291NC), Northglenn, CO, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX79FUJ77](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX79FUJ77), May 29, 1979: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N783EF), Phoenix, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA78DA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA78DA115), Aug 7, 1978: Aero Comdr 680F (N669SA), Ngreat Inagua (Atlantic Ocean), destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB IAD78FA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD78FA041), Feb 13, 1978: Aero Cmdr 680FL (N26511), Morrisville, NC, destroyed, 4 fatal
- [NTSB CHI77FEX30](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI77FEX30), May 28, 1977: Aero Comdr 680FL (N277R), Indianapolis, IN, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC77FA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC77FA030), Feb 19, 1977: Aero Comdr 680 FL (N112NA), Savoonga, AK, destroyed
- [NTSB MKC76FCG17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC76FCG17), Aug 12, 1975: Aero Comdr 680FL (N9011N), Kansas City, MO, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA74FKG39](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA74FKG39), Oct 20, 1973: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N347R), Kennesaw, GA, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX74AL027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX74AL027), Oct 12, 1973: Aero Comdr 680FL (N7377B), Van Nuys, CA, substantial damage, 1 fatal
- [NTSB ANC73AA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC73AA029), Oct 20, 1972: Aero Comdr 680FL (N264CP), Nome, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC72FKM37](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC72FKM37), May 18, 1972: Aero Comdr 680 (N4432W), Shelby, NC, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK72X0107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK72X0107), Mar 28, 1972: Aero Comdr 680 FL (N669SA), Bremgarten, Eswatini, substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK71FVG10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK71FVG10), Aug 15, 1970: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N256X), Fort Jones, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC71AN007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC71AN007), Jul 17, 1970: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N6501V), Butler, PA, destroyed, 3 fatal
- [NTSB IAD70F0126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD70F0126), Dec 18, 1969: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N6302U), Gaithersburg, MD, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC69D0355](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC69D0355-201666), Jan 27, 1969: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N290MP), Kansas City, MO, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI69F0212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI69F0212), Aug 27, 1968: Aero Comdr 680FL (N783EF), Troy, MI, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW69A0005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW69A0005), Jul 19, 1968: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N224W), Paris, TX, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB NYC68A0027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC68A0027), Aug 14, 1967: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N6362U), Greenland Ice Cap, Greenland, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB MKC67D0567](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC67D0567), May 21, 1967: Aero Comdr 680F (N290MP), Albany, MO, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK67X0115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK67X0115), Feb 27, 1967: Aero Comdr 680-FL (N6313U), 6424n 4221w, Greenland, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN66F0296](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN66F0296), May 10, 1966: Aero Cmdr 680FL (N6333U), Tucson, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX66F0096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX66F0096), Sep 9, 1965: Aero Cmdr 680-FL (N541M), Camarillo, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC66A0009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC66A0009), Sep 4, 1965: Aero Comm 680 (N6305U), Lk.Tustumena, AK, destroyed, 4 fatal

## FAA accident and incident reports (89, 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.

- [Accident 20101220054419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20101220054419A), Dec 20, 2010: Aero Comman 680FL (N316KW), Perris, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. December 20, 2010, 1000 PST. Aero commander 680FL, N316KW, operated by the owner/pilot under the provisions of 14 CFR part 91, flew into terrain at an…
- [Accident 20050721014679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050721014679A), Jul 21, 2005: Gulstm 680FL (N7UP), Las Vegas, NV, Destroyed. (-23) The aircraft was not properly configured for takeoff. Flaps were set at 30 degrees. The airplane lifted off from runway 12R at north Las Vegas airport…
- [Incident 20040821020189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040821020189I), Aug 21, 2004: Gulstm 680FL (N199WM), London, OH. (-23) Pilot stated he departed springfield oh (sgh) enroute to Delaware oh (dlz) and diverted to London oh (uyf) when he ran low on fuel. During approach to…
- [Accident 20031008033049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031008033049A), Oct 8, 2003: Gulstm 680FL (N680WS), Harrison, AR, Destroyed. (-23) On October 8, 2003, approximately 1825 central daylight savings time, a twin commander 680FL, twin-engine airplane, N680WS, registered to war eagle…
- [Incident 19990831035429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990831035429I), Aug 31, 1999: Gulstm 680FL (N4584E), Morristown, NJ, Minor damage. (-23) Mr. Bechara lost power on the left engine while in cruise flight VFR at 6500 feet and shut the engine down. He asked N90 for radar vectors to the nearest…
- [Incident 19990724022729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990724022729I), Jul 24, 1999: Gulstm 680FL (N6509V), Omaha, NE. (-23) On July 24, 1999, approx. 2345 CDT, commander 680FL, N6509V, s/n 1640-121 departed Eppley Airfield (oma), Omaha, NE, under suburban air freight, inc.,…
- [Incident 19990420017081I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990420017081I), Apr 20, 1999: Gulstm 680FL (N5035E), Omaha, NE, Minor damage. On 04/20/1999, approximately 2037 CDT, N5035E, experienced a failure of the nose landing gear strut attach fitting while taxiing off runway 36, to taxiway…
- [Incident 19990328015019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990328015019I), Mar 28, 1999: Gulstm 680FL (N114MN), Waterloo, IA. On March 28, 1999, commander 680FL, N114MN, jdwa flight 415, experienced a brief loss of hydraulic power while enroute from moline, IL, to cedar rapids, IA.…
- [Incident 19981012033919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19981012033919I), Oct 12, 1998: Gulstm 680FL (N309VS), Omaha, NE. On 10/12/98, approximately 2315 CDT, N309VS departed Eppley Airfield, Omaha, NE, while engaged in FAR 135 cargo operations for suburban air freight inc.…
- [Incident 19981007033929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19981007033929I), Oct 7, 1998: Gulstm 680FL (N31P), Indianapolis, IN. On 10/07/98, N31P departed Indianapolis nternational (ind), IN, or cedar rapids, IA. While climbing to 3000 ft AGL, the PIC observed a loss of engine power.…
- [Incident 19980812038189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980812038189I), Aug 12, 1998: Amd FALCON (N277R), Jamestown, NY, Minor damage. (-5) Aircraft departed under part 91 for yip. Crew selected gear up and noted left-hand gear door unlocked light stayed illuminated. Crew cycled gear,left-hand…
- [Incident 19980714028449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980714028449I), Jul 14, 1998: Gulstm 680FL (N309VS), Aurora, NE, Minor damage. On July 14, 1998, approximately 0001 CDT, commander 680FL, N309VS, experienced a rapid loss of engine RPM while enroute from grand island, NE, to omaha, NE,…
- [Accident 19980616035479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980616035479A), Jun 16, 1998: Gulstm 680FL (N446JR), Helena, MT, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On June 16, 1998, a GA-680-FL, N446JR, crashed while on an IFR instrument approach to the Helena, Montana airport. The aircraft was operated by corporate air…
- [Incident 19971114041609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971114041609I), Nov 14, 1997: Gulstm 680FL (N5035E), Alliance, NE. Narrative: on November 14, 1997, approximately 0305 CST, suburban air freight, inc., Gulfstream commander 680FL, N5035E, experienced a loss of oil pressure…
- [Incident 19971024041539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971024041539I), Oct 24, 1997: Gulstm 680FL (N31P), North Platte, NE, Minor damage. Narrative: on October 24, 1997, Gulfstream 680 FL, N31P, experienced a loss of left hand engine oil pressure while enroute from denver international airport,…
- [Incident 19970219004529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970219004529I), Feb 19, 1997: Gulstm 680FL (N6509V), Waterloo, IA. Narrative: on February 19, 1997, approximately 2230 CST, commander 680FL, N6509V, experienced high oil temperature and low oil pressure approximately 10…
- [Incident 19960917035329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960917035329I), Sep 17, 1996: Gulstm 680FL (N4983S), Omaha, NE. Narrative: on September 17, 1996, approximately 0845 CDT, commander 680FL, N4983S, owned and operated by suburban air freight, inc., experienced an uncommanded…
- [Incident 19960912032569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960912032569I), Sep 12, 1996: Gulstm 680FL (N4983S), Grand Island, NE. Narrative: on August 11, 1996, approximately 2350 CST, commander 680 FL, N4983S, owned and operated by suburban air freight, inc., departed the Central…
- [Incident 19960601021209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960601021209I), Jun 1, 1996: Gulstm 680FL (N114MN), North Platte, NE. Narrative: on June 1, 1996, approximately 0615 CDT following departure from the denver international airport, commander 680FL, N114MN, experienced a loss of…
- [Incident 19960601018579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960601018579I), Jun 1, 1996: Gulstm 680FL (N31P), North Platte, NE, Minor damage. Narrative: pilot forgot to lower landing gear. This incident is closed with this report.
- [Incident 19951228045049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951228045049I), Dec 28, 1995: Gulstm 680FL (N290MP), Omaha, NE. Narrative: on December 27, 1995, the pilot in command 680FL, N290MP, was on approach to grand island, NE, but he failed to get 3 green gear down indicator…
- [Incident 19950718027329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950718027329I), Jul 18, 1995: Gulstm 680FL (N290MP), Omaha, NE. On climbout left engine surging. Secured and returned. NR6 cylinder exhaust valve failed.
- [Incident 19950623020979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950623020979I), Jun 23, 1995: Gulstm 680FL (N114MN), Terre Haute, IN, Minor damage. Lost power right engine. Diverted to huf. Crankshaft assembly failed at NR6 journal.
- [Incident 19950106001659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950106001659I), Jan 6, 1995: Gulstm 680FL (N31P), Omaha, NE. Narrative: on January 6, 1995, approximately 0910 CST, while enroute from Eppley Airfield, Omaha, Nebraska, to columbus, Nebraska, the pilot in command of…
- [Incident 19941007039349I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941007039349I), Oct 7, 1994: Gulstm 680FL (N309VS), Cedar Rapids, IA, Minor damage. Flew into flock of two to ten mallard ducks. Cracked right windshield. Returned to Iowa city.
- [Incident 19940118001619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940118001619I), Jan 18, 1994: Gulstm 685 (N2828S), Omaha, NE. Narrative: on January 17, 1994, commander N2828S, owned and operated by suburban air freight, inc. experienced an unsafe NLG indication upon departure from…
- [Incident 19930607021609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930607021609I), Jun 7, 1993: Gulstm 685 (N6325U), Morris, OK, Minor damage. Right engine running rough. Forced landing in a field.
- [Accident 19921225051609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921225051609A), Dec 25, 1992: Gulstm 680FL (N111MN), Lester, WA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. After leveling, seen make turns and then a dive. Leveled off prior impact. Left engine at low power. No defects. (.19) no preliminary accident narrative…
- [Incident 19921013052039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921013052039I), Oct 13, 1992: Gulstm 685 (N4983S), Minneapolis, MN. Mist of hydraulic oil in cockpit on approach. Landed safely,found a chafed nose gear hydraulic tube.
- [Incident 19920921043779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920921043779I), Sep 21, 1992: Gulstm 685 (N309VS), Cedar Rapids, IA. Pilot made an uneventful landing after advising tower he had shut down NR2 engine. NR5 cylinder had failed.
- [Incident 19920627031029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920627031029I), Jun 27, 1992: Gulstm 680FL (N111MN), Billings, MT. Blew the nose gear tire on landing.
- [Incident 19920330011389I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920330011389I), Mar 30, 1992: Gulstm 680FL (N114MN), Minneapolis, MN. Left engine rough. Fire from exhaust pipe. Secured and continued to destination. Found two cracked engine cylinders
- [Incident 19920309009439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920309009439I), Mar 9, 1992: Gulstm 680FL (N4983S), North Platte, NE, Minor damage. A gust of wind blew aircraft off the ice and snow covered runway after landing rollout. Nose gear collapsed.
- [Incident 19911220059989I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911220059989I), Dec 20, 1991: Gulstm 680FL (N114MN), Des Moines, IA. Experienced problem with right engine. Returned to airport. Found throttle control rod assembly had failed.
- [Incident 19900519030119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900519030119I), May 19, 1990: Gulstm 680FL (N5035E), Grand Island, NE, Minor damage. Lost control while turning off runway due to a crosswind. Had heavy side load. Left gear folded.
- [Incident 19900219012579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900219012579I), Feb 19, 1990: Gulstm 680FL (N446JR), Boise, ID. Shortly after departure pilot returned and landed. Had carbon monoxide poisoning. Heater tube cracked.
- [Incident 19891106059509I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891106059509I), Nov 6, 1989: Gulstm 680FL (N1284U), Manchester, NH. Both engines failed on approach. Able to restart right one. Carburetor air box rod had failed on left.
- [Incident 19891104059439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891104059439I), Nov 4, 1989: Gulstm 680FL (N1284U), Manchester, NH. Left engine failed on climb. Unable to restart. Emergency return. Throttle linkage had failed.
- [Incident 19890823056589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890823056589I), Aug 23, 1989: Gulstm 680FL (N644), Ft Lauderdale, FL. Pilot reported control problems. Landed without incident.
- [Incident 19890106011799I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890106011799I), Jan 6, 1989: Gulstm 680FL (N9011N), Des Moines, IA. Pilot landed with weather below minimums. Informed prior to landing. Flight under part 091 rules.
- [Incident 19880826060229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880826060229I), Aug 26, 1988: Gulstm 680FL (N681CA), Salina, KS. Transponder showed aircraft was above assigned altitude. Pilot said unaware. Error caused by electronic malfunction
- [Incident 19880421021569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880421021569I), Apr 21, 1988: Gulstm 680FL (N114MN), Grand Island, NE. Loud thunk and power loss on left engine. Returned to airport.
- [Accident 19880408048959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880408048959A), Apr 8, 1988: Gulstm STC680 (N291NC), Soda Springs, ID, Destroyed, 2 fatal. High speed impact on a mountain slope. Storm cells turbulence and snow showers in area. Exact cause undetermined.
- [Incident 19880212042149I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880212042149I), Feb 12, 1988: Gulstm 680FL (N107E), Manchester, NH. Inflight manifold pressure problem. Missed approach. Diverted. Found ice accumulated around engine.
- [Accident 19871215076172A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871215076172A), Dec 15, 1987: Gulstm 680FL (N6509V), Kansas City, MO, Substantial damage. While holding on runway, wing tip hit by wing of N8866E on takeoff. Pilot and tower not clear for midway position.
- [Incident 19871006067709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871006067709I), Oct 6, 1987: Gulstm 680FL (N6344U), Billings, MT. Electrical fluctuations on right alternator during takeoff. Returned and cleaned alternator terminals.
- [Accident 19870902083269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870902083269A), Sep 2, 1987: Gulstm 680FL (N111UA), Charlotte Amali, U.S. Virgin Islands, Substantial damage. Unable lock down right main gear which collapsed on landing. Actuating cylinder failed from defect in relief valve.
- [Accident 19870312006299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870312006299A), Mar 12, 1987: Gulstm 680FL (N4581E), Basalt, CO, Destroyed. Pilot reported right engine failure. Aircraft crashed and burned after hitting duplex.
- [Accident 19861203064029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861203064029A), Dec 3, 1986: Gulstm 680FL (N6375U), Barre Montpelie, VT, Substantial damage. The aircraft ran off the end of the runway after a long, fast touchdown. Ice patches reported on end of runway.
- [Accident 19860808038499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860808038499A), Aug 8, 1986: Gulstm 680FL (N6341U), Burlington, VT, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Struck trees on mountainside. Had just filed IFR. ATC warned pilot of high terrain. Indicates mountains obscured.

All 89: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680fl/incidents.md

## Service difficulty reports (15)

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

- [SDR 2010F00131](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010F00131), Jun 2, 2010: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. FAILURE OF LOWER UNIT CYL NR 5, SEPARATED FROM CRANKCASE.
- [SDR AUS20030973](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030973), Sep 15, 2003: PIN. CRACKED. (AUS) LT AND RT MAIN LANDING GEAR ACTUATOR CLEVIS PINS CRACKED.
- [SDR AUS20011373](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20011373), Dec 18, 2001: BEARING. DELAMINATED. (AUS) ENGINE NO1 MAIN BEARING DELAMINATED. METAL CONTAMINATION OF OIL FILTER.
- [SDR AU000424](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU000424), May 30, 2000: COOLER. CRACKED. (AUS) RIGHT ENGINE OIL COOLER LEAKING FROM PREVIOUS WELD REPAIR.
- [SDR HSYA817E](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HSYA817E), Jul 31, 1998: BEARING. LACK OF LUBE. - DURING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, THE LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR STRUT LOWER LEG WAS FOUND BINDING WITHIN THE PIVOT BEARINGS BETWEEN THE LOWER LEG AND UPPE
- [SDR 98ZZZX4009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4009), Jul 31, 1998: BEARING. LACK OF LUBE. BIL - DURING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, THE LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR STRUT LOWER LEG WAS FOUND BINDING WITHIN THE PIVOT BEARINGS BETWEEN THE LOWER LEG AND 
- [SDR 98ZZZX4007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4007), Jun 26, 1998: VALVE. FAILED. BIL - PILOT REPORTED A LOSS OF MANIFOLD PRESSURE ON THE LT ENGINE IN CRUISE AND OIL LEAKING FROM LT ENGINE AFTER SHUT DOWN IN BILLINGS. AIRCRAFT LANDED WITHOUT 
- [SDR 98ZZZX4008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4008), Jun 10, 1998: CYLINDER. CRACKED. FCA - FLT 5032 - PILOT OBSERVED NR 2 TURBO QUIT ON APPROACH, ENGINE MADE KNOCKING SOUND, AND PILOT SHUT DOWN NR 2 ENGINE. NO EMERGENCY DECLARED. AIRCRAFT LANDED
- [SDR 97ZZZX5143](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX5143), Nov 13, 1997: BOLT. FAILED. AIRCRAFT WAS AT CRUISE POWER SETTING. THE PILOT EXPERIENCED A ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE. HE SECURED THE ENGINE AND CONTINUED TO LAND WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. UPON I
- [SDR AU970610](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU970610), May 21, 1997: PULLEY. FAULTY. (AUS) NEW CABLE PULLEY FAULTY - GROOVE TOO NARROW FOR CABLE TO SIT CORRECTLY INTO GROOVE - PULLEY WAS TO BE FITTED TO VH-DCA AN AEROCOMMANDER 680FL TO COMPLY WI
- [SDR 96ZZZX5202](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX5202), May 18, 1996: HOSE. SEPARATED. BIL - FLT 5011 - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURE DURING CRUISE FLIGHT FROM WOLF POINT TO BILLINGS. HYDRAULIC PUMP PRESSURE HOSE SEPARATED AT HOSE AND FITTING ON LEFT E
- [SDR 96ZZZX4612](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4612), Apr 12, 1996: SCREW. SHORTED. BIL - FLT 5011 - PILOT REPORTED A 'FLASH' IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SMELLED WIRE INSULATION BURNED. BRASS SCREW BACKED OUT OF THE ENGINE TACHOMETER MOUNT AND 
- [SDR 95ZZZX6763](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX6763), Oct 30, 1995: INJECTOR LINE. CHAFED. REF TEXTRON SB 342B ISSUED 10-22-93, PAGE 32. CLAMP NR 47, CYL NR 3, RT ENG, FOUND INJECTOR LINE AND IGNITION LEAD BOTH DEEPLY SCORED UNDER CLAMP. SUSPECT CAUSE
- [SDR 95ZZZX5750](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX5750), Jul 24, 1995: CYLINDER. DEFECTIVE. JUST AFTER TAKEOFF, THE LEFT ENGINE BEGAN TO RUN ROUGH. THE AIRCRAFT RETURNED FOR LANDING AND A COMPRESSION CHECK WAS PERFORMED. THE NR 6 CYLINDER HAD LOW COMPR
- [SDR 95ZZZX5753](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX5753), Jun 27, 1995: CRANKSHAFT. FAILED. WHILE IN CRUISE FLIGHT, THE RIGHT ENGINE QUIT. THE PROP CONTINUED TO WINDMILL. THE PILOT FEATHERED THE PROP AND SECURED RIGHT ENGINE. AN EMERGENCY LANDING WAS C

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (211, first 50)

Approved for this 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 SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC
- [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc
- [STC SA11300DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11300DS): Upgrade previously installed Collins Aerospace Radar Altimeter. BHE & Associates Ltd
- [STC SA5581SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5581SW): Installation of ALCOR true-flow/ totalizer system. Alcor LLC. Lists 680 Series
- [STC SA8408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8408SW): Replace the o-ring seals in the landing gear lower strut seal. Metrea Special Aerospace ISR Inc
- [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA04046CH PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%202): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC
- [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02532AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02532AT): Installation of subject Michelin tires on appropriate aircraft. For Michelin 5, 6, 8, and 10-inch rim diameter tires on General Aviation Aircraft. Michelin North America Inc
- [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA1686WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1686WE): Installation of Vibration Isolation Products (VIP) engine mount P/Ns VIP 50525-1 and VIP 50545-1 on various aircraft as shown on FAA Approved Model List (AML) No. SA1686WE. FTG, Inc
- [STC SA497GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA497GL): Install Aircraft Wheel and Brake conversion kit 199-80 (MIL-H-5606 system). Kaman Corporation Aircraft Wheel and Brake LLC
- [STC SA1458GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1458GL): Installation of a Cleveland nose wheel. Kaman Corporation Aircraft Wheel and Brake LLC
- [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SA02203AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02203AK): Installation of FlightLogic Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS-SV). Genesys Aerosystems Inc
- [STC SA02254AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02254AK): Installation of "Single Screen", "2 or 3 Screen", "Dual Screen", or "4 or 6 screen". Genesys Aerosystems Inc
- [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC
- [STC SA09856AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09856AC): Installation of BendixKing Aerowave 100 In-flight Data Link System for non-essential, non-required aircraft Cabin Systems & Equipments. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King)
- [STC SA11174SC PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%202): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King)
- [STC SA02265SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02265SE): Installation of a camera housing. Airborne Sensor LLC
- [STC SA02075SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02075SE): Installation of a Mid-Continent MD835( ) Lithium Ion Battery. Mid-Continent Instrument Co. Inc
- [STC SA10236SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10236SC): Installation of a GDC 31 Roll Steering Converter. DAC International Inc
- [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA01452CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01452CH): Installation of an air ambulance conversion kit. Med-Pac Inc
- [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA00344BO PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%202): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA615EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA615EA): Installation of a Whelen Anti-Collision Strobe Light System as replacement for originally installed anti-collision lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA00765DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00765DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation
- [STC SA02153LA-D PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153LA-D%20PAGE%202): Installation of Garmin G600 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02503AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02503AK): Installation of AMSAFE State of the Art Restraint System (SOARS) inflatable restraints. AMSAFE Inc
- [STC SA02013CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02013CH): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Traffic Advisory System (TAS). Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA01828SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01828SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) EDM-960 Primary Engine Data Management System. J. P. Instruments
- [STC SA01835WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01835WI): Installation of Trig Avionics TY-96 or TY-97 VHF Communications Radio. Peregrine
- [STC SA00024NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00024NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K007 on single or multi-engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Lycoming reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA01933LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02212AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02212AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems. Seaplanes North LLC
- [STC SA2586NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2586NM): Installation of J.P. Instruments temperature monitoring systems. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00382BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00382BO): Installation of Globalstar Antenna and Cradle provisions to support a Globalstar GPS-1700 in non-composite airplanes. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA02428SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428SE): Installation of an Air Stream Switch for an electric time recording device on non-pressurized aircraft. Henry F Rogers/David E Polley
- [STC SA00343BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00343BO): Installation of a single configuration or a dual configuration Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Display, Model IFD540 loaded with Release 10.0 software (or later FAA approved release). Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00352BO PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%202): Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA1177GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1177GL): Install Aero Medical Products Mfg., Inc. Air Ambulance Stretcher P/N 125 using Installation Kit P/N 800 in accordance with Installation and Operating Instructions, Form EA 109K, dated April 23, 2001, or later FAA approved revisions. The Medical Oxygen System Kit P/N 807 is an FAA approved option. The Inverter/Pump Kit No. 812 may be installed in accordance with Inverter/Pump Installation Instructions, EA Form 170, dated June 9, 2001, or later FAA approved revisions. Paul/ Lanna Egan LLC

All 211: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680fl/stcs.md

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Aero Commander 680FL P](https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680fl-p): 5 registered aircraft, registry code 0141610

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