# Aero Commander 680W

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 0141716
- Manufacturer (registry): AERO COMMANDER
- Model: 680W
- 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: 4
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680w

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 98-20-34](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 94-04-14](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 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 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 (4)

- [N410TH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N410TH): [Hardy Hole Drilling LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARDY%20HOLE%20DRILLING%20LLC), [El Paso, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/El%20Paso), S/N 1790-20
- [N4622E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4622E): [Montana Department Of Highways](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MONTANA%20DEPARTMENT%20OF%20HIGHWAYS), [Helena, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Helena), built 1968, S/N 1723-3
- [N5RE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5RE): [Pennsylvania College Of Technology](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PENNSYLVANIA%20COLLEGE%20OF%20TECHNOLOGY), [Williamsport, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Williamsport), built 1968, S/N 1818-32
- [N940U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N940U): [Sanborn Map Company Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SANBORN%20MAP%20COMPANY%20INC), [Colorado Springs, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Colorado%20Springs), built 1968, S/N 1843-42

## NTSB investigations (5)

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 MKC83IA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC83IA078), Mar 16, 1983: Aero Commander 680W (N200DT), Kansas City, KS, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB ATL83FA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL83FA039), Nov 21, 1982: Aero Commander 680W (N5058E), Atlanta, GA, destroyed
- [NTSB FTW80FRJ01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW80FRJ01), Oct 4, 1979: Aero Comdr 680W (N713SP), Alexandria, LA, destroyed
- [NTSB CHI70DGG12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI70DGG12), Mar 11, 1970: Aero Comdr 680W (N2755B), Van Wert, OH, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA69F0339](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA69F0339), Jan 22, 1969: Aero Comdr 680W (N5058E), Ft.Lauderdale, FL, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (13)

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 20200928020069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200928020069I), Sep 28, 2020: Aero Commander 680W (N54163), Salt Lake City, UT, Minor damage. During landing on runway 35 at slc the pilot pulled both power levers into beta. Only the #2 engine went into beta mode causing the aircraft to veer to the…
- [Incident 20090429005209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090429005209I), Apr 29, 2009: Gulstm 680W (N54163), Roswell, NM, Minor damage. On April 29, 2009, at approximately 1425 MDT, aircraft N54163, an aero commander model 680W,landed on runway 21 at Roswell industrial air center airport,…
- [Incident 19870918064259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870918064259I), Sep 18, 1987: Gulstm 680W (N680KM), Reno, NV, Minor damage. The aircraft ran off the side of the runway after a main tire blew on rollout. Strut damaged.
- [Incident 19830316075129I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830316075129I), Mar 16, 1983: Gulstm 680W (N200DT), Kansas City, KS, Minor damage. Right engine failed. Unable to lower gear. Landed gear up. Fuel pump drive failed. Engine hydraulic pump also failed.
- [Incident 19830313011639I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830313011639I), Mar 13, 1983: Gulstm 680W (N424PP), Concord, CA, Minor damage. On a check flight pilot failed to lower landing gear. Landed gear up.
- [Incident 19830303033499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830303033499I), Mar 3, 1983: Gulstm 680W (N424PP), Palo Alto, CA, Minor damage. Nose unsafe light. Nose gear collapsed on landing due to failure of nose gear steering attach bolts.
- [Accident 19821120062429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19821120062429A), Nov 20, 1982: Gulstm 680W (N5058E), Atlanta, GA, Destroyed. Double flameout en route due to fuel starvation. Worn fuel tank cap fell off siphoned fuel. Overshot forced landing
- [Incident 19810131023179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810131023179I), Jan 31, 1981: Rkwell 680W (N9004N), San Francisco, CA, Minor damage. Nose gear collapsed during landing. Investigation found a worn,cracked and swollen tube inside nose gear bungee.
- [Incident 19800925071039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800925071039I), Sep 25, 1980: Rkwell 680W (N9003N), Columbus, OH. Precautionary landing after cabin heater put smoke in cabin.
- [Incident 19800916068689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800916068689I), Sep 16, 1980: Rkwell 680W (N951HE), Bowling Green, KY, Minor damage. Forced landing after fuel exhaustion. Fuel quantity gauges found unreliable.
- [Accident 19791004027959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19791004027959A), Oct 4, 1979: Rkwell 680W (N713SP), Alexandria, LA, Destroyed. Pilot made forced landing due to fire of undetermined origin in flight.
- [Incident 19790321024109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790321024109I), Mar 21, 1979: Rkwell 680W (N713SP), Madison, WI, Minor damage. Pilot unable to get lockdown on the nose gear. Nose gear steering rod end bolt missing, linkage was broken.
- [Incident 19790208005569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790208005569I), Feb 8, 1979: Rkwell 680W (N951HE), Springfield, TN, Minor damage. Pilot failed to land on center of cleared runway causing damage to landing gear.

## Service difficulty reports (4)

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

- [SDR 2014FA0000718](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000718), Dec 22, 2014: PULLEY BRACKET. CRACKED. BOTH UPPER AND LOWER RUDDER CABLE PULLEY SUPPORT BRACKETS CRACKED AT THEIR MOUNT FLANGE RADIUS.
- [SDR V8Z2009F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/V8Z2009F00001), Apr 29, 2009: FITTING. LOOSE. PILOT REPORTED THE NLG COLLAPSED ON LANDING. CAUSE WAS NOTED TO BE RELATED TO DAMAGE IN THE OVERCENTER DRAGBRACE MOUNTING AREA DUE TO MISHANDLING OF THE AIRCRAF
- [SDR V8Z2009F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/V8Z2009F00000), Apr 29, 2009: DRAG BRACE. DAMAGED. PILOT REPORTED THE NOSE LANDING GEAR COLLAPSED ON LANDING. CAUSE WAS NOTED TO BE RELATED TO DAMAGE IN THE OVERCENTER DRAGBRACE MOUNTING AREA DUE TO THE AIRCRAFT
- [SDR 96ZZZX4333](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4333), Aug 1, 1996: GENERATOR. BEARING FAILED. GENERATOR STOPPED OPERATING IN-FLIGHT. AFTER LANDING, CHECKED STARTER/GENERATOR AND FOUND LOCKED UP.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (170, 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 170: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-680w/stcs.md

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