# Service difficulty reports: Beech 65-B80

A list on [Beech 65-B80](https://openairdocs.org/model/beech-65-b80.md).

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Page 1 of 2 · 55 reports

- [SDR 2024F00317](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024F00317.md): Display · failed · Dec 10, 2024 · N306D · Beech 65B80 · Global Positioning System
  > GARMIN 600 PFD FAILED IN CRUISE FLIGHT
- [SDR BEMA202111170001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BEMA202111170001.md): Heater · odor · Nov 16, 2021 · N131BA · Beech 65B80 · Heating System
  > PILOT REPORTED SEEING A FLASH OF LIGHT AND A BURNING SMELL COMING FROM BELOW THE INTERMENT PANEL ON THE R/H SIDE BY THE RUDDER PEDDLES AREA. THE PILOT REPORTED AFTER TURNING THE COMBUSTION HEATER OFF THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY.
- [SDR BEMA20201028001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BEMA20201028001.md): Connecting Rod · broken · Oct 23, 2020 · N306D · Beech 65B80 · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > PILOT NOTICED ONSET OF SIGNIFICANT VIBRATION, FOLLOWED BY OIL PRESSURE LOSS. SHUT DOWN LT ENGINE ON FINAL AT KMSP. PILOT NOTIFIED MSP TOWER OF ENGINE FAILURE. ONCE ON GROUND UPON COWLING REMOVAL THERE WAS EVIDENCE THE PISTON ROD ON NR 8 CYLINDER HAD A ROD B
- [SDR BEMA52](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BEMA52.md): Motor · damaged · Nov 8, 2011 · N132BA · Beech 65B80 · Landing Gear Retraction/Extension System
  > LANDING GEAR WOULD NOT RETRACT ELECTRICALLY AND HAD TO BE PUMPED DOWN CAUSING AN UNSCHEDULED LANDING IN BJI. REMOVED LANDING GEAR MOTOR AND FOUND STRIPPED TEETH ON GEAR.
- [SDR BEMA 110BA](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BEMA%20110BA.md): Electrical Sys · erratic · Apr 27, 2011 · N110BA · Beech 65B80 · Electrical Power System
  > AVIONICS POWER FAILURE RESULTING IN AN UNSCHEDULED LANDING CAUSED BY SUSPECTED AVIONICS CIRCUIT BREAKER FAILURE.
- [SDR CVU2010F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2010F00001.md): Alternator · defective · Apr 7, 2010 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · DC Generator-Alternator
  > DURING RUNUP, THE RT VOLT/AMP METER SHOWED ONLY BATTERY VOLTAGE WHICH INDICATED A PROBLEM WITH THE RT ALTERNATOR. AFTER FURTHER TESTING AND INSPECTION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE ALTERNATOR WAS DEFECTIVE. REPLACED WITH NEW ALTERNATOR AND PROBLEM WAS SOLVED.
- [SDR CVU2010F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2010F00000.md): Actuator · malfunctioned · Jan 4, 2010 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Landing Gear Actuator
  > THE RT MLG FREEFELL TO THE DOWN AND LOCKED POSITION WHILE THE GEAR WAS BEING EXTENDED. INSP REVEALED FAILURE OF THE NUT INSIDE ASSY NR 50-8103672. REPLACED BOTH RT AND LT MAIN GEAR ACTUATORS.
- [SDR CVU2009F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2009F00001.md): Fork · cracked · Nov 6, 2009 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Nose/Tail Landing Gear
  > DURING A RECURRENT INSP REQUIRED BY AD 2004-23-02C, A CRACK WAS FOUND AT THE LOCATION ILLUSTRATED. WERE THE WELD MEETS THE SURFACE, AFTER USING DYE PENETRANT THE CRACK BECAME VISIBLE.
- [SDR CVU2009F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2009F00000.md): Starter · noisy · Feb 3, 2009 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Engine Starter
  > ON STARTUP, ONCE THE BENDIX GEAR ENGAGED, A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD, WHICH SOUNDED LIKE GEARS GRINDING. UPON CLOSER INSP, NO TEETH REMAINED ATTACHED TO THE BENDIX. THE HAD ALL SHEARED OFF THE CASING AND THE CASING WAS LOOSE. THE SNAP RING WHICH NORMALLY HELD I
- [SDR CVU2008F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2008F00000.md): Starter · intermittent · Jul 7, 2008 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Engine Starter
  > PART REMOVED FOR OVERHAUL AFTER INTERMITTENT OPERATION. (K)
- [SDR 2008FA0000468](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000468.md): Hinge · cracked · Jul 1, 2008 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Fuselage, Door Hinge
  > (2) OF THE HINGE LINKS HAD CRACKED OFF ON ONE END. UPON DISASSEMBLY IT WAS DETERMINED THAT A CRACK HAD FORMED LENGTHWISE BETWEEN THE FASTENERS AND THE HINGE LINKS. POSSIBLE CAUSE MAY HAVE BEEN FATIGUE. (K)
- [SDR 2008FA0000240](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000240.md): Bolt · failed · Mar 7, 2008 · N103BA · Beech 65B80 · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > NR 1 ENGINE SHUTDOWN IN FLIGHT. SUSPECTED NR 7 CONNECTING ROD BOLT FAILURE. CAUSING CYL SEPARATION FROM CASE AND CRANK CASE CRACK. AC LANDED SAFELY WITHOUT OTHER DAMAGE. (K)
- [SDR 2006FA0001212](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0001212.md): Bellcrank · cracked · Nov 22, 2006 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Elevator Structure
  > A CRACK WAS FOUND ON THE RT BELLCRANK SUPPORT ASSY. DURING A MANDITORY 5 YEAR INSPECTION IAW MSB 2231 REV 1. (K)
- [SDR CVU2006F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2006F00000.md): Camshaft · worn · Feb 2, 2006 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > SMALL PARTICLES OF METAL FOUND IN OIL. IDENTIFIED NR 5 AND NR 6 CAM AND ASSOCIATED LIFTERS WORN. REMOVED FOR REPAIR. RECOMMEND THE USE OF 16702 ENGINE OIL ADDITIVE ON A REGULAR BASIS. (K)
- [SDR AU510001770](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001770.md): Gasket · failed · Dec 12, 2005 · Beech 65B80 · Engine Oil Cooler
  > RT ENGINE OIL COOLER LOWER FITTING GASKET FAILED. LOSS OF ENGINE OIL.
- [SDR CVU2005F00003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2005F00003.md): Shaft · sheared · Aug 18, 2005 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · Pneumatic Distribution System
  > PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS (VFR, DAY).
- [SDR CVU2005F00002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2005F00002.md): Lifter · worn · Jul 15, 2005 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > SMALL METAL FLAKES KEPT RE-APPEARING IN THE OIL SCREENS. FOUND WORN CAM NR 5 AND NR 6 CYLINDER INTAKE VALVES. ENGINES REMOVED FOR REPAIR. USE MFG ENGINE OIL ADDITIVE FROM TIME OF OVERHAUL. RUN ENGINE FREQUENTLY. (K)
- [SDR CVU2005F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2005F00001.md): Camshaft · worn · Jul 15, 2005 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > SMALL METAL FLAKES KEPT RE-APPEARING IN THE OIL SCREENS. FOUND WORN CAM NR 5 AND NR 6 CYLINDER INTAKE VALVES. ENGINES REMOVED FOR REPAIR. USE MFG ENGINE OIL ADDITIVE FROM TIME OF OVERHAUL. RUN ENGINES FREQUENTLY. (K)
- [SDR 2004F00431](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004F00431.md): Ring Gear · cracked · Dec 3, 2004 · N5376M · Beech 65B80 · Engine (Reciprocating)
  > OPERATOR REPORTED THAT THE LEFT ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN AND THE PROPELLER FEATHERED DUE TO ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE SHORTLY AFTER TAKEOFF. MECHANIC INSPECTED ENGINE AFTER LANDING AND DISCOVERED CRACKED RING GEAR IN GEAR REDUCTION UNIT.
- [SDR CVU2005F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2005F00000.md): Pump · failed · Nov 23, 2004 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. (VFR, DAY) (K)
- [SDR CVU2004F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2004F00000.md): Pump · failed · Sep 23, 2004 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > VACUUM PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. (VFR DAY)
- [SDR CVU2003F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2003F00000.md): Pump · failed · Sep 20, 2003 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS (VFR DAY).
- [SDR 2003FA0000197](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000197.md): Pump · failed · Feb 12, 2003 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > VACUUM PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.
- [SDR 2003FA0000076](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000076.md): Pump · failed · Dec 16, 2002 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.
- [SDR 2002FA0001123](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001123.md): Points · melted · Sep 19, 2002 · N103BA · Beech 65B80 · Magneto/Distributor
  > MELTING OF NYLON WHERE IT CONTACTS POINT ARM DURING OPENING AND CLOSING OF POINTS DURING OPERATION. INFERIOR NYLON USED, NOT RESISTANT TO WEAR OR HEAT.
- [SDR CVU2002F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2002F00001.md): Pump · failed · Dec 20, 2001 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > VACUUM PUMP, PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.
- [SDR CVU2002F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CVU2002F00000.md): Magneto · damaged · Dec 15, 2001 · N44MA · Beech 65B80 · Magneto/Distributor
  > PRIMARY COIN HOLD DOWN RETAINERS LOOSE WITHIN MAGNETO CASE. THE LOOSE RETAINERS, IN TURN, GOT CAUGHT IN THE TIMING WHEEL/GEAR AND CHEWED UP SEVERAL TEETH. PROBABLE CAUSE- THE RETAINERS WERE NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY. FORTUNATELY THE DAMAGE WAS AT THE R20 TIMI
- [SDR BEM2001F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BEM2001F00000.md): Motor · damaged · Oct 9, 2001 · N106BA · Beech 65B80 · Trailing Edge Flap Control System
  > FLAPS FAILED TO MOVE.
- [SDR 2001FA0000052](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000052.md): Plate · corroded · Jun 6, 2001 · N19CR · Beech 65B80 · Horizontal Stabilizer Structure
  > DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, UPPER AND MID RUDDER ATTACH FITTING PLATES (THESE CONTAIN THE BEARINGS) WERE FOUND TO BE SEVERELY EXFOLIATED. THE UPPER RUDDER ATTACH PLATE EXFOLIATED TO THE POINT THAT THE ATTACH POINT HAD FAILED. THE RUDDER COULD BE MOVED APPROXIM
- [SDR 20000720SH034](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000720SH034.md): Spring · cracked · Jun 26, 2000 · Beech 65B80 · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section
  > EXHAUST VALVE SPRING RETAINING CAP BROKE IN HALF AND BURNED EXHAUST VALVE. (X)
- [SDR AU981058](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU981058.md): Fuel Cell · leaking · Aug 17, 1998 · Beech 65B80 · Fuel Storage
  > (AUS) REAR OUTBOARD AND LEADING EDGE FUEL TANKS P/N 50T389034-8 AND P/N 50-921552-8 LEAKING.
- [SDR AU981057](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU981057.md): Fuel Cell · leaking · Aug 17, 1998 · Beech 65B80 · Fuel Storage
  > (AUS) RIGHT INBOARD FUEL CELL LEAKING IN AREA ADJACENT TO THE RT ENGINE NACELLE.
- [SDR 98ZZZX2638](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2638.md): Pump · failed · Jun 30, 1998 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > VACUUM PUMP FAILED DURING FLIGHT TRAINING OPERATIONS. WHEN MAXIMUM TAKEOFF POWER WAS USED.
- [SDR 98ZZZX2598](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2598.md): Stud · failed · Jun 11, 1998 · N103BA · Beech 65B80 · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > CYLINDER HOLD DOWN STUD BROKE UNDER NUT. SUSPECT DEFECTIVE STUD.
- [SDR 98ZZZX1478](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1478.md): Tire · leak · Apr 6, 1998 · N131BA · Beech 65B80 · Tire
  > SUBMITTER STATED OPERATION HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH TIRES LEAKING FROM WEEP HOLES AFTER HAVING BEEN RETREADED BY REPAIR STATION NR BX3R4131. WE MARK THE TIRES AND RETURN THEM TO THE COMPANY. THEY RETREAD THEM AND SEND THEM BACK AND THEY STILL LEAK. THE
- [SDR 98ZZZX1383](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1383.md): Adapter · cracked · Mar 24, 1998 · N138BA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > WHILE INVESTIGATING AN OIL LEAK ON THE RT ENGINE, DID A DYE PENETRANT INSPECTION OF THE AIR PUMP ADAPTER, AND FOUND IT CRACKED IN THE AREA OF THE FLANGE THAT MATES WITH THE ENGINE ACCESSORY CASE. SUBMITTER STATED THEY FIND THIS A COMMON DEFECT IN FLEET OF 17
- [SDR 97ZZZX5167](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX5167.md): Gear · failed · Nov 20, 1997 · N131BA · Beech 65B80 · Trailing Edge Flap Actuator
  > INVESTIGATION FOR CAUSE OF FLAP GEAR BOX FAILURE FOUND POOR TEETH ENGAGEMENT OF GEARBOX TEETH AND MOTOR GEAR TEETH.
- [SDR 97ZZZX5166](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX5166.md): Gear · failed · Nov 20, 1997 · N131BA · Beech 65B80 · Trailing Edge Flap Actuator
  > INVESTIGATION FOR CAUSE OF FLAP GEAR BOX FAILURE FOUND POOR TEETH ENGAGEMENT OF GEARBOX TEETH AND MOTOR GEAR TEETH.
- [SDR 97ZZZX4957](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4957.md): Deice Boot · failed · Nov 7, 1997 · N110BA · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Deice Boot Section
  > PROPELLER DEICE LEAD BREAK 12 INCHES FROM TERMINALS AFTER FOLLOWING NEW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
- [SDR 97ZZZX4839](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4839.md): Deice Boot · failed · Nov 7, 1997 · N110BA · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Deice Boot Section
  > DEICE BOOT LEAD BREAKS 12 INCHES FROM TERMINALS AFTER FOLLOWING NEW INSTALLATION SUGGESTIONS.
- [SDR 97ZZZX4840](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4840.md): Deice Boot · failed · Oct 3, 1997 · N107BA · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Deice Boot Section
  > DEICE BOOT LEADS ARE CONTINUING TO BREAK APPROXIMATELY 12 INCHES FROM THE TERMINALS EVEN AFTER RAPCO'S NEW INSTALLATION SUGGESTIONS.
- [SDR 97ZZZX4386](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4386.md): Pump · failed · Sep 5, 1997 · N46MA · Beech 65B80 · Vacuum Distribution System
  > VACUUM PUMP FAILED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. SUBMITTER STATED THIS PUMP HAD AN EXCEPTIONALLY LONG SERVICE LIFE.
- [SDR 97ZZZX2793](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX2793.md): Breaker · smoked · May 24, 1997 · N138BA · Beech 65B80 · Fuel Boost Pump
  > SMOKE COMING FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL. LEFT BOOST PUMP DID NOT WORK. PILOT TURNED MASTER OFF. SUBMITTER STATED CYCLE CIRCUIT BREAKER ONCE EACH YEAR.
- [SDR CA970128011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970128011.md): Channel · cracked · Jan 22, 1997 · Beech 65B80 · Passenger/Crew Doors
  > (CAN) CABIN DOOR HINGE HAD EXCESSIVE PLAY. WHILE REPLACING THE RIVETS A CRACK WAS FOUND IN THE STRUCTURE.
- [SDR CA961011007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA961011007.md): Support · cracked · Oct 2, 1996 · Beech 65B80 · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > (CAN) CRACKS EXTENDING UPWARDS FROM BOTTOM EDGE OF OUTBOARD SUPPORT WHERE THEY ATTACH TO LOWER FORWARD SPAR CAP. BOTH LOWER BOLT HOLES AT SPAR CAPS, BOTH SIDES OF AIRCRAFT FOUND CRACKED. THESE UNITS MOUNT TOP END OF MAIN GEAR ACTUATORS.
- [SDR EY2R9601005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9601005.md): Clamp · corroded · Sep 1, 1996 · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Assembly
  > CORROSION FOUND ON CLAMP.
- [SDR EY2R9601004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9601004.md): Clamp · corroded · Sep 1, 1996 · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Assembly
  > CORROSION FOUND ON CLAMP.
- [SDR EY2R9601003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9601003.md): Bearing · corroded · Sep 1, 1996 · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Assembly
  > BEARING CORRODED.
- [SDR EY2R9601002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9601002.md): Bearing · corroded · Sep 1, 1996 · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Assembly
  > BEARING CORRODED.
- [SDR EY2R9601001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9601001.md): Pilot Tube · corroded · Sep 1, 1996 · Beech 65B80 · Propeller Assembly
  > PILOT TUBE FOUND CORRODED.

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT sdr_id, difficulty_date, n_number, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, part_name, part_condition, jasc_code, discrepancy
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_service_difficulty_report.parquet'
WHERE aircraft_model_key = '65B80'
ORDER BY difficulty_date DESC
```

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