# Aero Commander 680V - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 0141714 - Manufacturer (registry): AERO COMMANDER - Model: 680V - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 2 · Turbo-prop - 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: 2 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680v 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 84-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-10-07): Emergency LG Extension System Modification · Twin Commander 680-T, 680-V, 680-W and 1 more. Effective Jun 23, 2011 - [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 98-08-25 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-08-25-R1): Nose Landing Gear (NLG) Drag Link Bolt · Twin Commander 500-S, 500-U, 680-F and 9 more. Effective Jan 5, 1999 - [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 95-19-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-19-18): Turbulent Air Penetration and Maneuvering Speeds · Twin Commander 680-T, 680-V, 680-W and 9 more. Effective Oct 25, 1995 - [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 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 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 98-08-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-08-25) (historical): Nose Landing Gear (NLG) Drag Link Bolt · Twin Commander 500-S, 500-U, 680-F and 9 more. Effective May 18, 1998 - [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 (2) - [N171AT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N171AT): [Aloft Aviation Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALOFT%20AVIATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Spartanburg, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Spartanburg), built 1966, S/N 1616-49 - [N20BM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20BM): [Kemore Crew Leasing Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KEMORE%20CREW%20LEASING%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Bellingham, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Bellingham), S/N 1698-75 ## NTSB investigations (7) 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 CHI05LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05LA071), Feb 11, 2005: Twin Commander Acft. 680V (N688TM), Fort Wayne, IN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The malfunction of the landing gear extension assembly during approach for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB MIA91FA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91FA020), Nov 3, 1990: Aero Commander 680V (N541F), Fort Lauderdale, FL, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S DECISION TO CONTINUE TAKEOFF WITH A KNOWN DEFICIENCY IN THE AIRPLANE - LOW POWER ON BOTH ENGINES WHICH RESULTED FROM OPEN COMPRESSOR SURGE VALVES. THE PILOT SUBSEQUENTLY FAILED… - [NTSB NYC85LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC85LA074), Mar 6, 1985: Aero Commander 680V (N111SK), Kingstown, RI, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI81FA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI81FA069), Jun 28, 1981: Rockwell 680V (N161XX), Minneapolis, MN, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC75AK038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC75AK038), Jan 31, 1975: Aero Comdr 680V (N399T), Olathe, KS, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB MIA73AM059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA73AM059), Dec 9, 1972: Aero Comdr 680V (N1195Z), Augusta, GA, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB MKC69F0135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC69F0135), Aug 27, 1968: Aero Comdr 680T (N7610U), Minneapolis, MN, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (15) 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 20050211002559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050211002559A), Feb 11, 2005: Gulstm 680V (N688TM), Fort Wayne, IN, Substantial damage. (-23) Left main landing gear collapsed during landing resulting in substantial damage to aircraft. - [Incident 19960627026619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960627026619I), Jun 27, 1996: Gulstm 680V (N20BM), Ft Lauderdale, FL, Minor damage. Narrative: aircraft departed fll, enroute to ocean reef airport. Upon reaching ocean reef airport at approximately 12:04 p.m. local time and preparing to land,… - [Incident 19951008043699I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951008043699I), Oct 8, 1995: Gulstm 680V (N171AT), Seattle, WA. Narrative: pilot reported smoke in the cockpit and landed at Boeing field without incident. Equipment was called but not used. Aircraft was moved to galvin's… - [Incident 19940105005309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940105005309I), Jan 5, 1994: Gulstm 680T (N370K), Santa Ana, CA. Narrative: received a request from will hicks FAA hillsboro, OR. And joe costa FAA acft. Cert. Office long beach, CA. On 1/7/94. [privacy data omitted] Prop… - [Accident 19901103048519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901103048519A), Nov 3, 1990: Gulstm 680V (N541F), Ft Lauderdale, FL, Destroyed, 2 fatal. Stalled and fell into lake on test flight. Engines not capable full power due to open surge valves and cabin air on - [Incident 19890612032079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890612032079I), Jun 12, 1989: Gulstm 680V (N29DE), Las Vegas, NV, Minor damage. Nose gear collapsed on rollout. Nose gear extension arms had broken. Out of annual and on ferry permit. - [Incident 19880509013689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880509013689I), May 9, 1988: Gulstm 680V (N111SK), Akron, OH, Minor damage. Landed with the main gear partially extended. Found a malfunctioning left main gear sequence valve. - [Incident 19850715037249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850715037249I), Jul 15, 1985: Gulstm 680V (N4FB), Baton Rouge, LA, Minor damage. Both main gears collapsed on turn off runway after landing. Unable to determine mechanical or inadvertent retract. - [Accident 19850306007979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850306007979A), Mar 6, 1985: Gulstm 680V (N111SK), Kingstown, RI, Substantial damage. Gear fell partially down in flight. Unable to extend fully so landed gear up. Hydraulic line broken. - [Incident 19840120009549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840120009549I), Jan 20, 1984: Gulstm 680V (N3CG), San Diego, CA, Minor damage. Landing gear was inadvertently retracked while taxiing to ramp. - [Incident 19840117002529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840117002529I), Jan 17, 1984: Gulstm 680V (N200TB), Selfridge Air N, MI, Minor damage. Reported sudden fuel depletion. Landed at nearby airbase. Fuel cap chain jammed anti siphon valve open. Lost fuel. - [Accident 19821115058629A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19821115058629A), Nov 15, 1982: Gulstm 680V (N89DA), Adelphi, JM, Substantial damage. Ran out of fuel enroute between isl and cities. Crash landed. - [Accident 19810628039489A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810628039489A), Jun 28, 1981: Rkwell 680V (N161XX), Minneapolis, MN, Substantial damage. Turbine wheel failure, pieces entered cabin, caused fire. Injured passenger. Oil not changed on prior engine defect - [Incident 19800811069829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800811069829I), Aug 11, 1980: Rkwell 680V (N818L), Peoria, IL. Electrical fumes in cabin after landing. Shorted diode found. - [Accident 19750131019599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750131019599A), Jan 31, 1975: Rkwell 680V (N399T), Olathe, KS, Destroyed. MDT airframe icing in area. Acft obsud to break out of ovcst abt 400 ft ovr end of rwy. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (165, 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 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 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 SA09763DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09763DS): Installation of an S-TEC 01326 Digital Flight Control System (DFCS). S-TEC Corporation - [STC SA10236SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10236SC): Installation of a GDC 31 Roll Steering Converter. DAC International Inc - [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 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 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 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 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 - [STC SA00149BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00149BO): Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Volt and Vac Alert System, P/N 2044-1. Aircraft Components Inc - [STC SA02547AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02547AT): Installation of a Voice Alert System. Aircraft Components Inc - [STC SA03658AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03658AT): Installation of a Voice Alert System to incorporate as primary annunciators for stall and gear warnings. Aircraft Components Inc - [STC SA02119SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02119SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B UAT Transceiver System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02449SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02449SE): Conversion. Spur Aviation Services, LC - [STC SA01229SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01229SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of GNS 480 (CNX80) GPS WAAS Navigator with integrated VHF Navigation and Communication radios. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02442AK PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%202): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01933LA-D PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D%20PAGE%202): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02930NY): Installation of Insight Instrument Corporation Graphic Engine Monitor (GEM 610C) models G3, G2, and G1 and 1200C model G4 as primary Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT), Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT), and Turbine Inlet Temperature (TIT) Instruments. Insight Instrument Corporation All 165: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680v/stcs.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.