# Cessna 180K - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2072624 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 180K - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 4 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 114 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 5A6](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/5A6) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Textron Aviation Inc. - Registered aircraft: 274 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-180k 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 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2020-21-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-21-22): Fuselage; Stabilizers · Textron 180, 180A, 180B and 21 more. Effective Dec 7, 2020 - [AD 2011-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-10-09): Seat Rails and Roller Housing Inspections · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 221 more. Effective Jun 17, 2011 - [AD 2008-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-26-10): Alternate static air source selector valve · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 179 more. Effective Jan 5, 2009 - [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 2000-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-06-01): Fuel Strainer Assembly · Cessna 150F, 150G, 150H and 163 more. Effective May 5, 2000 - [AD 98-21-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-21-R1): Electric Inflatable Door Seals · Cessna 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31 and 267 more. Effective May 1, 2000 - [AD 98-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-23-02): Airglas Engineering Company Ski Installation · Fabrication of attaching and rigging parts (Airglas STC SA213AL). Effective Dec 22, 1998 - [AD 98-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-16-04): Inspect Angle Stiffener Along Lower Spar Cap · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 37 more. Effective Sep 21, 1998 - [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 1997 - [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 90-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-21-08): Fuel Tank (Bladder) · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 8 more. Effective Nov 13, 1990 - [AD 84-10-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-10-01-R1): Bladder Fuel Cells · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 103 more. Effective Jul 5, 1988 - [AD 79-10-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-14-R1): Fuel Tank Venting · Cessna 140A, 150, 150A and 172 more. Effective May 30, 1988 - [AD 86-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-24-07): Engine Controls Installation · Cessna 150C, 150D, 150E and 142 more. Effective Jan 7, 1987 - [AD 83-22-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-22-06): Aileron Hinge Pin · Cessna 152, 172N, 172P and 18 more. Effective Nov 8, 1983 - [AD 83-17-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-17-06): Aileron Balance Weights · Flap actuated aileron droop system (Sierra Industries STC SA1382WE or 5 others). Effective Sep 1, 1983 - [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981 - [AD 79-25-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-25-07): Alternator Ground · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 95 more. Effective Dec 13, 1979 - [AD 79-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-08-03): Electrical System · Cessna 120, 140, 140A and 152 more. Effective Jun 6, 1979 - [AD 77-12-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-12-08): External Electrical Ground Power Receptacle · Cessna 172M, 172N, 177B and 19 more. Effective Jun 27, 1977 - [AD 77-04-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-04-05): Carburetor Air Intake · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 39 more. Effective Mar 1, 1977 - [AD 75-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-16-01): Wing Fuel Tanks · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 68 more. Effective Jul 30, 1975 - [AD 73-23-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-07): Defective Spar Attachment Fittings · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 68 more. Effective Nov 19, 1973 - [AD 73-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-17-01): Fuel Transfer Pump Placard · Cessna 170, 170A, 170B and 53 more. Effective Aug 16, 1973 - [AD 68-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-17-04): Stall Warning System · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 63 more. Effective Sep 7, 1968 - [AD 62-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-17-04): Float Installations · Edo Model 249A2870 seaplane floats (Kenmore Air EDO Floats STC SA1-622). Effective Aug 14, 1962 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 87-20-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-03-R2) (historical): Seat Tracks · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 212 more. Effective Sep 24, 1990 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (12) - [SAIB 2025-07](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2025-07): Reciprocating Engine Supercharger. Issued Jul 28, 2025 - [SAIB AIR-21-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-16): FLIGHT COMPARTMENT EQUIPMENT, Cessna Seat Back Attachment Bolt Inspection. Issued Aug 26, 2021 - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 - [SAIB CE-18-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-18-23): Passenger Compartment Equipment - Installation of F. Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services LLC. Folding Jump Seats. Issued Jul 19, 2018 - [SAIB CE-17-25](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-25): ELEVATOR TORQUE TUBE Inspections for cracks and corrosion in elevator torque tubes. Issued Aug 25, 2017 - [SAIB CE-12-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-14): Three Alternative Methods of Compliance for AD 2011-10-09. Issued Jan 25, 2012 - [SAIB CE-10-40R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-40R1): Aircraft Fuel System; water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna single engine airplanes. Issued Jul 30, 2010 - [SAIB CE-09-42](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-42): Lights - Landing Light, Beacon Light and Taxi Light Switch Applications. Issued Jul 24, 2009 - [SAIB CE-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-10): Availability of Secondary Seat Stops for Pilot and Copilot Seats. Issued Feb 5, 2009 - [SAIB CE-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-08-02): Flight Controls. Issued Nov 2, 2007 - [SAIB CE-01-41R2](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-41R2): Flight Controls. Issued Oct 1, 2007 - [SAIB CE-01-41R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-41R1) (historical): Cracks in plastic or non-metallic control wheels. Issued Jan 10, 2007 ## Registered aircraft (274, first 50) - [N11896](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11896): [Mcginty Flying Service LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCGINTY%20FLYING%20SERVICE%20LLC), [Jones, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Jones), built 1977, S/N 18052921 - [N11DH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11DH): built 1978, S/N 18052974 - [N13297](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N13297): [Borchers Lee A Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BORCHERS%20LEE%20A%20TRUSTEE), [Independence, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Independence), built 1980, S/N 18053167 - [N13500](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N13500): [Caldwell Bob](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CALDWELL%20BOB), [Columbus, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Columbus), built 1980, S/N 18053168 - [N144D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N144D): [Randall John R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RANDALL%20JOHN%20R), [Pearl River, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Pearl%20River), built 1978, S/N 18053001 - [N156M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N156M): [Flyover Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYOVER%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Mcdonough, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Mcdonough), built 1979, S/N 18053114 - [N15PA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15PA): [Flight Dynamics LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLIGHT%20DYNAMICS%20LLC), [De Leon Springs, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/De%20Leon%20Springs), built 1980, S/N 18053148 - [N15ZF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15ZF): [Swan Valley, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Swan%20Valley), built 1977, S/N 18052802, Registration pending - [N175MM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N175MM): [Harden Jon R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARDEN%20JON%20R), [Ijamsville, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Ijamsville), built 1978, S/N 18053032 - [N180](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180): [Moore James M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOORE%20JAMES%20M), [Grass Valley, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Grass%20Valley), built 1978, S/N 18052946 - [N180AH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180AH): [Swiss Arctic Flyers Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SWISS%20ARCTIC%20FLYERS%20INC), [Lewes, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Lewes), built 1981, S/N 18053192 - [N180BB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180BB): [Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20AIRCRAFT%20CONSULTANCY%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 1979, S/N 18053103 - [N180DU](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180DU): [Schlegel Mark O](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHLEGEL%20MARK%20O), [Kingman, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Kingman), built 1979, S/N 18053012 - [N180DZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180DZ): [Andrews Ruben](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANDREWS%20RUBEN), [San Diego, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Diego), built 1979, S/N 18053094 - [N180EL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180EL): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), built 1980, S/N 18053121 - [N180FJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180FJ): [Drews Kelly R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DREWS%20KELLY%20R), [Lakeville, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Lakeville), built 1977, S/N 18052900 - [N180FP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180FP): [Junker Dean D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JUNKER%20DEAN%20D), [Avoca, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Avoca), built 1977, S/N 18052917 - [N180HC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180HC): [Herbst Edward J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HERBST%20EDWARD%20J), [Las Vegas, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Las%20Vegas), built 1978, S/N 18052953 - [N180HK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180HK): [China Pilot Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHINA%20PILOT%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1981, S/N 18053191 - [N180KC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180KC): [Thompson Robert M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THOMPSON%20ROBERT%20M), [Chandler, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Chandler), built 1980, S/N 18053141 - [N180KM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180KM): [Lone Eagle Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LONE%20EAGLE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1979, S/N 18053052 - [N180LL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180LL): [Poplar Grove Airmotive Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/POPLAR%20GROVE%20AIRMOTIVE%20INC), [Poplar Grove, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Poplar%20Grove), built 1977, S/N 18052868 - [N180LM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180LM): [Anchor Point, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchor%20Point), built 1977, S/N 18052811, Registration pending - [N180LT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180LT): [Tugaw Leslie T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TUGAW%20LESLIE%20T), [Omak, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Omak), built 1979, S/N 18053120 - [N180LW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180LW): [Northstar Adventures LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORTHSTAR%20ADVENTURES%20LLC), [Port Alsworth, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Port%20Alsworth), S/N 18052925 - [N180NT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180NT): [Huston Aaron C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUSTON%20AARON%20C), [Fox Island, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Fox%20Island), built 1977, S/N 18052813 - [N180PG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180PG): [Rance Cory D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RANCE%20CORY%20D), [Moody, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Moody), built 1980, S/N 18053135 - [N180W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180W): [Stein Anthony J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STEIN%20ANTHONY%20J), [Locust Grove, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Locust%20Grove), built 1978, S/N 18052988 - [N180WJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180WJ): [Plane Fun Inc Tr Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLANE%20FUN%20INC%20TR%20TRUSTEE), [Snellville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Snellville), S/N 18052873 - [N181RC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N181RC): [Wheeler Douglas N Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHEELER%20DOUGLAS%20N%20TRUSTEE), [Santa Fe, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Santa%20Fe), built 1978, S/N 18052982 - [N181RP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N181RP): [Cain Jeffrey B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CAIN%20JEFFREY%20B), [Godley, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Godley), built 1981, S/N 18053180 - [N183SK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N183SK): [Hill Vicki](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HILL%20VICKI), [Saint Joseph, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Saint%20Joseph), built 1977, S/N 18052824 - [N1845Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1845Z): [Quale Scott M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/QUALE%20SCOTT%20M), [New Town, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/New%20Town), built 1978, S/N 180-52973 - [N1846Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1846Z): [Fullerton Thomas M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FULLERTON%20THOMAS%20M), [Centennial, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Centennial), built 1978, S/N 180-52968 - [N184JP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N184JP): [Sarita Aerial Contractors Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SARITA%20AERIAL%20CONTRACTORS%20INC), [Casa Grande, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Casa%20Grande), built 1979, S/N 18052889 - [N18WL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N18WL): [Miller Christopher M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLER%20CHRISTOPHER%20M), [Centreville, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Centreville), built 1981, S/N 18053178 - [N19022](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N19022): [Delta Lima Foxtrot LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DELTA%20LIMA%20FOXTROT%20LLC), [Kalispell, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Kalispell), built 1980, S/N 18053176 - [N19694](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N19694): [Farrell Timothy S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARRELL%20TIMOTHY%20S), [New Meadows, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/New%20Meadows), built 1981, S/N 18053179 - [N19914](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N19914): [Beck Robert A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BECK%20ROBERT%20A), [Cove, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Cove), built 1981, S/N 18053181 - [N1FH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1FH): [Buermann Henry](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BUERMANN%20HENRY), [Brookfield, VT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VT/Brookfield), S/N 18052817 - [N20252](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20252): [Morino William D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MORINO%20WILLIAM%20D), [Palos Verdes Est, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Palos%20Verdes%20Est), built 1981, S/N 18053183 - [N20315](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20315): [Drago Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DRAGO%20AIR%20LLC), [Mulberry, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Mulberry), built 1981, S/N 18053184 - [N20379](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20379): [Diversified Aviation Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DIVERSIFIED%20AVIATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Madisonville, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Madisonville), built 1981, S/N 18053185 - [N20463](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20463): [Merritt Daniel D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MERRITT%20DANIEL%20D), [Graham, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Graham), built 1981, S/N 18053187 - [N20514](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20514): [Bales Gregory W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BALES%20GREGORY%20W), [Enterprise, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Enterprise), built 1981, S/N 18053190 - [N20550](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20550): [Traskos Larry L Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TRASKOS%20LARRY%20L%20TRUSTEE), [Port Orange, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Port%20Orange), built 1981, S/N 18053194 - [N20605](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20605): [Escondido, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Escondido), built 1981, S/N 18053199, Registration pending - [N20640](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20640): [Cahoon Neil T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CAHOON%20NEIL%20T), [Camas, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Camas), built 1981, S/N 18053202 - [N2509K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2509K): [Holcomb John R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOLCOMB%20JOHN%20R), [Siloam Springs, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Siloam%20Springs), built 1978, S/N 18052962 - [N2513K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2513K): [Carlson Thomas G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARLSON%20THOMAS%20G), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1978, S/N 18052964 All 274: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-180k/aircraft.md ## STCs approved for it (456, first 50) - [STC SA00023SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00023SE): Installation of modified control yoke and instrument panel.. Trevor Burward-Hoy - [STC SA00026IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00026IB): Validation for the Installation of Beringer Wheels, axles, brake and master-cylinders. Beringer Aero - [STC SA00029WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00029WI): Installation of flap and aileron gap seals.. Flight Enhancements - [STC SA00057LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00057LA): Installation of a heat shield.. LOREE AIR - [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer.. J P Instruments - [STC SA00066SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00066SE): Fabrication of interchangeable float spreader bars.. Aerocet Inc - [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.. Alcor LLC - [STC SA00103BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00103BO): Installation of Weemax cabin air vent.. Victor Morrel - [STC SA00137SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00137SE): Installation of Aerocet Model 3500 or 3500L seaplane floats.. Aerocet Inc - [STC SA00144WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00144WI): Installation of 18 gallon nylon auxiliary fuel tanks on airplanes equipped with standard range 64 gallon capacity bladder tank or 62 gallon fiberglass fuel tanks. (180K thru S/N 18053000). Hartwig Aircraft Fuel Cell Repair - [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 SA00161BO (1 OF 3)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00161BO%20(1%20OF%203)): Installation of Avidyne Corporation FlightMax 700-00007-( ) EX500 Multi-Function Display.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00162SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00162SE): Installation of telemetry antennas.. US Dept of Interior - [STC SA00165SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00165SE): Installation of 76 vortex generators and 2 small delta wings on the upper surface of the wings.. Aeronautical Testing Service Inc. - [STC SA00194BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00194BO): Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Landing Gear Warning System for Amphibian Aircraft, P/N 2042. Aircraft Components Inc - [STC SA00214AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00214AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment, P/N AA-89.. Aviation Products, Inc - [STC SA00215NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00215NY): Installation of CAVU Model AM100 AVMIX engine fuel/air mixture setting system.. CAVU Products Limited - [STC SA00238SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00238SE): Installation of Aviation Development Corporation's sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SA00243BO (2 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00243BO%20(2%20OF%205)): Installation of Centurion Consulting, Inc. GPS Steering Assist Module (SAM) with roll steering (p/n 0025-5100), or without roll steering (p/n 0025-5200).. Icarus Avionics, LLC - [STC SA00269BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00269BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation TWX 670 Tactical Weather Detection System P/N 850-00026-000-( ) consisting of Avidyne Processor P/N 700-00033-000-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S72-1715-1 with doubler plate P/N S72-171530-1, and Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00034-000.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00270WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00270WI): Installation of fiberglass replacement wing tips.. Aircraft Development Co - [STC SA00281BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00281BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation MLX770 MultiLink Broadcast Transceiver P/N 700-00163-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S67-1575-109, or equivalent, and optional Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00165-000. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00290BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00290BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Part Number 700-00167-XXX Multi-Function Display and Mounting Tray Assembly Part Number 700-00168-XXX. 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 SA00344BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA00352BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%201): 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 SA00353BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00353BO): Installation of an auto lean system. Flight Enhancements LLC - [STC SA00393SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00393SE): Installation of the G/S 2500 and G/S2500R Aircraft Security Alarm System.. Protective Technologies Int - [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00402SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00402SE): Installation of a remote spin-on oil filter adapter. (GC-1B w/Lycoming or Cont 360 engine installed). Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SA00406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00406WI): Installation of replacement flap trailing edge bulbs with AOG Drawing. Athena Aircraft, LLC - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA00424SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00424SE): Installation of Precise Flight Model 100(electric) Speedbrake System.. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument.. J P Instruments - [STC SA00465NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00465NY): Installation of Meterological Measurement System, Model A1MMS-10, with optional installation of Telemetry Module, Model AIRDAT-9600.. Aventech Research Inc - [STC SA00468WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00468WI): Installation of NorthPoint XP470 (T.C.M.) engine approved per STC SE4988NM, with McCauley D3A34C401/90DFA -2, -4, -6, -8 & -10 propellers on Cessna Aircraft Models 180, 180A through 180K, Serial Nos 30000 through 50911, and 18050912 through 18053203, and associated changes in accordance with NorthPoint Aviation, Installation Instructions. C-180 S/N 30000-52700. Rev. A dated June 15, 2020 or later "FAA Approved Revisions". Airplane Flight Manual Supplement Rev. A dated June 15, 2020, or later "FAA Approved Revisions" is required for airplanes with Serial Number 52770, and 18053001 through 18053203 (53001-53203).. NorthPoint Aviation - [STC SA00478SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478SE): Replace existing horizontal stabilizer skins. Athena Aircraft, LLC - [STC SA00496SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00496SE): Installation of Oregon Aircraft Design Engine Mount Heat Shields.. Oregon Aircraft Design LLC - [STC SA00531WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00531WI): Installation of D3A34C401/90DFA -2, -4, -6, -8, and -10 propellers.. Air Plains Services Corporation - [STC SA00562NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00562NY): Installation of Teledyne Continental IO-470 engine modified to incorporate a carburetor system.. Aerotec Engines Limited - [STC SA00671NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00671NY): Installation of AIRDAT Telemetry module.. Aventech Research Inc - [STC SA00678SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00678SE): Installation of J. P. Instruments 8Jimline EGT-100 series primary instruments. J P Instruments - [STC SA00679SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00679SE): Fabrication and Installation of interior fiberglass trim panels.. Selkirk Aviation - [STC SA00680SE (3 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(3%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer.. Electronics International - [STC SA00709CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709CH): Installation of replacement wing root vent described by Dwg Nos. 8-30-96-1& 8-30-96-2, no rev, both dtd 8/30/96, or later FAA app rev.. Flight Products, Inc - [STC SA00709LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709LA): Installation of control wheel. Includes provisions only for a push-to-talk (PTT) switch. Separate FAA approval of PTT switch is required.. Trevor Burward-Hoy - [STC SA00709SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709SE): Installation of replacement control surface skin panels.. Athena Aircraft, LLC - [STC SA00740SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00740SE): Installation of Dynamic Propellers support brackets.. Dynamic Propeller All 456: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-180k/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (130, newest 50) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB ANC26LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC26LA076), Jul 22, 2026: Cessna 180K (N180LW), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN26LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA150), Mar 27, 2026: Cessna 180K (N2785K), Beloit, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing with a quartering headwind. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s runway selection based on the variable and gusting wind… - [NTSB CEN26LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA040), Nov 8, 2025: Cessna 180K (N2697K), Lakeview, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to continue an approach that resulted in a long landing and inability to stop prior to the end of the runway. Contributing to the accident were the light conditions and a road… - [NTSB WPR25LA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA255), Aug 14, 2025: Cessna 180K (N2691K), Anza, CA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN25LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA100), Feb 17, 2025: Cessna 180 (N597JC), Breckenridge, TX, destroyed. Probable cause: The mechanic’s failure to properly install the throttle cable hardware resulting in a separation of the cable and loss of engine throttle control. - [NTSB CEN24LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA195), May 20, 2024: Cessna 180K (N600CG), Midland, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s failure to take remedial action. - [NTSB WPR23LA353](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA353), Sep 21, 2023: Cessna 180K (N63130), Monument Valley, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control after encountering a wind gust on the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop. - [NTSB WPR23LA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA088), Jan 12, 2023: Cessna 180K (N2875K), Agua Caliente Springs, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during an aborted approach, which resulted in a collision with terrain. - [NTSB WPR22LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA171), Apr 29, 2022: Cessna 180K (N20640), Portland, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing on a wet surface with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion. - [NTSB WPR21LA292](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA292), Jul 24, 2021: Cessna 180K (N8884), Mt. Hood, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power while in cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence. Contributing to the accident was the presentation of an abandoned airport… - [NTSB CEN21LA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA265), Jun 14, 2021: Cessna 180K (N13159), Columbus, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from sealant contamination in the wing. - [NTSB CEN21LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA182), Apr 2, 2021: Cessna 180 (N4802), Denver, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of situational awareness, and his unintended landing on a soft unimproved dirt road, which resulted in a loss of directional control into soft ground and the airplane to subsequently… - [NTSB ANC18LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC18LA046), Jun 15, 2018: Cessna 180K (N2957K), Ambler, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area with unfavorable wind conditions, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to maintain a climb. - [NTSB ERA18LA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA18LA115), Mar 23, 2018: Cessna 180K (N77NP), Canton, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's decision to land the airplane with a tailwind, which led to a runway excursion. Contributing to the pilot's decision to land with a tailwind was a partial loss of engine power due to his… - [NTSB GAA17CA339](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA339), Jun 11, 2017: Cessna 180 (N71MH), Belmar, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions. - [NTSB GAA16CA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA108), Jan 15, 2016: Cessna 180 (N64251), Sussex, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the landing, which resulted in abnormal runway contact, a ground loop, and a nose over. - [NTSB GAA15CA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA15CA059), May 1, 2015: Cessna 180K (N66048), Pearland, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion. - [NTSB ERA15LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA014), Oct 12, 2014: Cessna 180K (N2590K), Boca Raton, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: Maintenance personnel’s failure to apply proper torque to the cylinder flange nuts and through bolts, which resulted in shifting of the Nos. 1 and 2 main bearings, loss of lubrication, failure of the… - [NTSB CEN14CA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14CA025), Oct 24, 2013: Aviat A 1B (N68PM), El Paso, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane while landing with a crosswind. - [NTSB WPR12CA352](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA352), Aug 12, 2012: Cessna 180 (N2927K), Upland, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll in gusting wind conditions. - [NTSB CEN10CA358](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA358), Jun 26, 2010: Cessna 180K (N2785K), Cahokia, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fatigue failure of the axle's attaching bolts during landing. - [NTSB WPR10CA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA246), May 19, 2010: Cessna 180K (N66033), Renton, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, resulting in the loss of directional control during the landing roll. - [NTSB ANC09CA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA027), Apr 3, 2009: Cessna 180K (N2801K), Bettles, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area. - [NTSB CEN09LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA036), Oct 26, 2008: Cessna 180 (N1846Z), Justin, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing. - [NTSB SEA08FA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08FA175), Aug 9, 2008: Cessna 180K (N63217), Garden City, UT, substantial damage, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which led to an aerodynamic stall/spin. - [NTSB LAX08LA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA089), Mar 30, 2008: Cessna 180K (N95ME), Redding, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's incorrect positioning of the fuel tank selector. - [NTSB ANC08LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA042), Mar 11, 2008: Cessna 180 (N66036), White Mountain, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadvertent flight into flat light/whiteout conditions over snow-covered terrain. - [NTSB SEA07LA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07LA023), Nov 25, 2006: Cessna 180K (N180BM), Woods Cross, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Factors include a ditch near the side of the runway. - [NTSB CHI07CA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA001), Oct 1, 2006: Cessna 180K (N64257), Barton City, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point and his inadvertent selection of a downwind runway, which resulted in the overrun. A contributing factor was the tailwind encountered during… - [NTSB ATL06CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL06CA132), Sep 28, 2006: Cessna 180K (N64382), Mooresville, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll which resulted in a ground loop. - [NTSB DFW06FA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06FA173), Jul 2, 2006: Cessna 180K (N1SE), Owasso, OK, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain, a residential street, for both takeoff and landing, which resulted in a collision with a static wire and terrain during takeoff-initial climb. - [NTSB ANC06CA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA083), Jul 2, 2006: Cessna 180 (N2868K), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in the left wing striking the ground and a runway edge light. Factors contributing to the… - [NTSB FTW04WA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA170), Mar 14, 2004: Cessna 180K (N61576), San Felipe, Mexico, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX04FA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA095), Jan 16, 2004: Cessna 180K (N61691), Tehachapi, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate visual lookout during climb, and the pilot of the other airplane's inadequate visual lookout during cruise. - [NTSB ATL04LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA004), Oct 4, 2003: Cessna 180K (N77NP), Starkville, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to compensate for a crosswind condition that resulted in the loss of directional control during a landing. A factor was the crosswind condition. - [NTSB CHI03LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA081), Mar 8, 2003: Cessna 180K (N2732K), St Charles, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and his failure to maintain directional control resulting in a ground loop. A factor was the crosswind. - [NTSB SEA02WA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02WA173), Aug 29, 2002: Cessna 180K (N2658K), Pitt Meadows, Canada, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA02LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA105), Jun 23, 2002: Cessna 180K (N2801K), Idaho Falls, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing roll. A crosswind was a factor. - [NTSB SEA02LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA104), Jun 17, 2002: Cessna 180K (N66471), Helena, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: Binding brakes for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an aborted takeoff. - [NTSB SEA01LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA01LA136), Jul 19, 2001: Cessna 180K (N64426), Quincy, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include an encounter with a dust devil/whirlwind. - [NTSB LAX01LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX01LA155), Apr 22, 2001: Cessna 180K (N66033), Glendale, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll resulting in a ground loop/swerve and collision with a runway marker sign. - [NTSB DEN01LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN01LA049), Feb 4, 2001: Cessna 180K (N180PG), Clovis, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in the subsequent swerve of the airplane. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack of experience in make and model and his… - [NTSB DEN00LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN00LA156), Aug 21, 2000: Cessna 180K (N61782), Douglas, WY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during landing roll. Factors were high winds and crosswinds. - [NTSB ANC00LA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC00LA057), May 10, 2000: Cessna 180K (N2785K), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadvertent ground loop/swerve during landing. - [NTSB SEA00LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA060), Apr 2, 2000: Cessna 180K (N2635K), Silverdale, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for winds. Factors include gusty, shifting winds, crosswinds, and an earthen berm near the edge of the runway. - [NTSB SEA00LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA055), Mar 22, 2000: Cessna 180K (N75CD), Roundup, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions and subsequent loss of control. - [NTSB CHI99LA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA271), Jul 30, 1999: Cessna 180K (N4809E), Shawano, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: the failure of the pilot to maintain directional control. Factors were the misjudged flare and improper recovery from the bounced landing by the pilot, and the ditch. - [NTSB ANC99LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC99LA079), Jun 21, 1999: Cessna 180K (N2958K), Kotzebue, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. - [NTSB LAX99LA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99LA224), Jun 17, 1999: Cessna 180K (N181RC), Santa Monica, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's misjudged landing flare which resulted in a hard landing and the subsequent porpoising of the airplane; and his failure to maintain directional control that resulted in a ground loop and… - [NTSB SEA99LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA99LA073), May 23, 1999: Cessna 180K (N2567K), Bremerton, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: Failure of the landing gear attach bolt due to fatigue failure resulting in the left main landing gear collapsing. All 130: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-180k/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (188, newest 50) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20260722011089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260722011089A), Jul 22, 2026: Cessna 180K (N180LW), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. First flight after completion of an annual inspection. Airman taxied from maintenance hangar to RW14 for a short flight to reposition from Z41 Lake Hood Strip… - [Incident 20260703007159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260703007159I), Jul 3, 2026: Cessna 180K (N2821K), Everett, WA, Minor damage. Federal aviation administration Flight standards district office (FSDO) aviation accident/incident report summary General event information Date / time: July… - [Accident 20260327004689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260327004689A), Mar 27, 2026: Cessna 180K (N2785K), Beloit, KS, Substantial damage. The pilot in command (PIC) reported conducting a final approach to runway 35 with variable winds from 030–040 degrees at 18 knots, gusting to 23 knots. The PIC… - [Incident 20260120001669I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260120001669I), Jan 20, 2026: Cessna 180K (N63368), Martinsburg, PA, Minor damage. After initial greetings, I asked the pilotif he was ok and was uninjured. He stated that he was fine and was not injured in any way. He stated that he was a… - [Accident 20251108016729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251108016729A), Nov 8, 2025: Cessna 180K (N2697K), Lakeview, AR, Substantial damage. On 11/09/2025 at approximately 1630 CST, the pilot landed long due to the evening sun obscuring his vision. After touchdown, he noticed he was farther down the… - [Accident 20250814013309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250814013309A), Aug 14, 2025: Cessna 180K (N2691K), Anza, CA, Substantial damage. On August 14, 2025, a Cessna 180 aircraft was completing the final leg of a flight from columbia, CA (O22) to yakima, WA, at 9,500 feet. Due to a marine layer… - [Accident 20250217000729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250217000729A), Feb 17, 2025: Cessna 180K (N597JC), Breckenridge, TX, Destroyed. The pilot was testing the newly installed navigation equipment and autopilot by conducting a coupled GPS approach to runway 17 at bkd. At approximately 3/4… - [Accident 20240520005509A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240520005509A), May 20, 2024: Cessna 180K (N600CG), Midland, TX, Substantial damage. On may 20, 2024, at 1100 CDT, a Cessna 180, registered to private individual. Suffered substantial damage to the left wing and left horizontal stabilator and… - [Accident 20230921015019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230921015019A), Sep 21, 2023: Cessna 180K (N63130), Monument Valley, UT, Substantial damage. Pilot was attempting to land at UT25. Upon touchdown of tailwheel a gust of wind caught the right wing, this caused the left wing to strike the ground which… - [Incident 20230904012659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230904012659I), Sep 4, 2023: Cessna 180K (N6374K), Manitowish, WI, Substantial damage. While attempting to perform a touch and go maneuver, pilot inadvertently landed the amphibious float plane with the landing gear extended. - [Accident 20230113000609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230113000609A), Jan 13, 2023: Cessna 180K (N2875K), Agua Claiente S, CA, Destroyed. Pilot reported he was announcing his position on 122.9 and landing on runway 29. Noticing a limp windsock and checking runway conditions (coyotes and even kids… - [Accident 20220429006989A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220429006989A), Apr 29, 2022: Cessna 180K (N20640), Portland, OR, Substantial damage. Airplane conducted soft field landing on private airstrip. During rollout Airplane contacted fence causing substantial damage to the aircraft. - [Accident 20210723017279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210723017279A), Jul 23, 2021: Cessna 180K (N8884), Lenz, OR, Substantial damage. On 23 July 2021 N8884 lost power 7 miles south of 0OR9 at an altitude of approximately 7500 MSL. The pilot searched his wingx app for the nearest airport… - [Accident 20210614022349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210614022349A), Jun 14, 2021: Cessna 180K (N13159), Columbus, OH, Substantial damage. > 6/14/2021 - Aircraft departed osu airport and engine reportedly stopped running approximatley 5 minutes into flight. > 6/16/2021 - Aircraft recovered and… - [Accident 20210402003339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210402003339A), Apr 2, 2021: Cessna 180K (N4802), Fort Lupton, CO, Substantial damage. On April 2, 2021 [privacy data omitted], a Cessna 180-K, was attempting to land on runway 27 at Platte Valley Airpark (18V) at about 155PM MDT. The aircraft… - [Incident 20190402002379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190402002379I), Apr 2, 2019: Cessna 180K (N63638), Lakeland, FL, Minor damage. On final heading west, l/h wing tip touched ground and aircraft nosed over resting on engine/prop with tail in the air. - [Incident 20180803009839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180803009839I), Aug 3, 2018: Cessna 180K (N2801K), Fairbanks, AK, Minor damage. Pilot was taxing off the beach when the plane turned hard right, the pilot applied full left rudder, but the plane continued right, pilot was unable to stop… - [Accident 20180615020019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180615020019A), Jun 15, 2018: Cessna 180K (N2957K), Kotzebue, AK, Substantial damage. Northstar aero (J1OC) departed fairbanks Alaska on a part 135 VFR charter flight in Cessna 180 N2957K with two passengers on board at around 1030 adt on Friday… - [Accident 20180322013399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180322013399A), Mar 22, 2018: Cessna 180K (N77NP), Canton, MS, Destroyed. On March 22, around 5:30 pm local time the pilot was at approximately 2000 MSL, attempt to land at a private strip. The pilot stated he expereinced carberator… - [Accident 20170611009319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170611009319A), Jun 11, 2017: Cessna 180K (N71MH), Farmingdale, NJ, Substantial damage. Aircraft was landing on runway 27 at kblm. Upon touchdown the right wheel skidded for aproximately 75 feet. Until the end of the right skid mark, there was no… - [Incident 20160627006829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160627006829I), Jun 27, 2016: Cessna 180K (N180FJ), Minneapolis, MN, Minor damage. Pilot returning to home base from trip to Canada. Pilot stated he noticed strong winds at altitude but due to long flight day, he did not pay close enough… - [Accident 20160114002119A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160114002119A), Jan 14, 2016: Cessna 180K (N64251), Sussex, NJ, Substantial damage. N64251 was on approach to runway 3 at Sussex, NJ on the night of 1/14/16. Mike mendiburu was flying in the left seat and chris shaeffner was acting as PIC and… - [Incident 20150711013399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150711013399I), Jul 11, 2015: Cessna 180K (N2805K), Tyonek, AK, Minor damage. After making low pass at remote strip, pilot made another pass to drag tires and evaluate strip. After touchdown slightly long and very soft sand slowing a/c… - [Incident 20150512008379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150512008379I), May 12, 2015: Cessna 180K (N2581K), Lawrence, MA, Minor damage. Aircraft landed and blew a tire. Minor damage to left wing. Scratched wing tip. - [Accident 20150501005629A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150501005629A), May 1, 2015: Cessna 180K (N66048), Pearland, TX, Substantial damage. Approximately 0920 CST at Pearland Regional Airport (klvj) Pearland, TX a Cessna 180K attempted a takeoff on runway 32. The aircraft departed the east side of… - [Accident 20141012018849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20141012018849A), Oct 12, 2014: Cessna 180K (N2590K), Boca Raton, FL, Substantial damage. It is noted that the engine experienced failure causing engine failure power, therefore pilot made an emergency landing in an abandoned construction site. - [Accident 20131024021609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20131024021609A), Oct 24, 2013: Aviat Aircraft Inc A-1B (N68PM), El Paso, TX, Substantial damage. Winds were gusty and from variable directions. When pilot felt he would depart runway, added full power for go-around. Aircraft continued to the right off… - [Incident 20130525008069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130525008069I), May 25, 2013: Cessna 180K (N66597), Silver City, NM, No damage. Aircraft departed lru for svc, pilot stated reason was to obtain fuel. Pilot stated fuel qty gauge indication and fuel qty indication from installed fuel… - [Accident 20120812020579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120812020579A), Aug 12, 2012: Cessna 180K (N2927K), Upland, CA, Substantial damage. Pilot lost conrol of the aircraft while landing. Pilot stated the aircraft began to track to the right and then a wind gust lifted the right wing and the… - [Incident 20120723023339I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120723023339I), Jul 23, 2012: Cessna 180K (N2966K), AK, Minor damage. The airman landed the aircraft on a sandy moraine below a Glacier, and was repositioning the aircraft for take-off. He stopped short of what appeared to be a… - [Incident 20120509006889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120509006889I), May 9, 2012: Cessna 180K (N2582K), Waterford, MI, Minor damage. When landing on runway 27R the aircraft lost tailwheel steering and exited the right side of th erunway and hit a taxiway guide sign. - [Accident 20100626040189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100626040189A), Jun 26, 2010: Cessna 180K (N2785K), Cahokia, IL, Substantial damage. On landing rollout, aircraft seemed to be tracking to the right despite left rudder input. Pilot experienced a "bang" and the aircraft moved abruptly and… - [Accident 20100519033989A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100519033989A), May 19, 2010: Cessna 180K (N66033), Renton, WA, Substantial damage. On the landing the pilot reported touching down without incident and that a wind gust picked the aircraft back up into the air. The left wing struck the runway… - [Accident 20090402046879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090402046879A), Apr 2, 2009: Cessna 180K (N2801K), Iniakuk Lake, AK, Substantial damage. NTSB# ANC09CA027 ptrs# AL01200902135PILOT landed on Iniakuk Lake which was snow coverd with drifts. The aircraft impacted a drift which took the skis off the… - [Accident 20081026851299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20081026851299A), Oct 26, 2008: Cessna 180K (N1846Z), Justin, TX, Substantial damage. (-23) On October 26, 2008, at approximately 1425 local, N1846Z, a Cessna CE-180K aircraft, suffered substantial damage during landing at Clark field (3T6) a… - [Accident 20080809843159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080809843159A), Aug 9, 2008: Cessna 180K (N63217), Garden City, UT, Destroyed, 2 fatal. (-23) On August 9, 2008, at 0907 mountain daylight time, a Cessna 180K, N63217, impacted a beach in Garden City, Utah. The pilot,[privacy data omitted], who… - [Accident 20080330014099A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080330014099A), Mar 30, 2008: Cessna 180K (N95ME), Redding, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) On 3/30/2008, the FAA operations center reported accident near Benton Field (O85) in Redding, California, involving a Cessna 180K, N95ME. According to… - [Incident 20080329013629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080329013629I), Mar 29, 2008: Cessna 180K (N2801K), Fairbanks, AK, Minor damage. (-23) [privacy data omitted] pilot reported on landing at Fairbanks in ski 1 loss of directional control causing him to veer into the victor taxiway sign… - [Accident 20080311014039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080311014039A), Mar 11, 2008: Cessna 180K (N66036), White Mountain, AK, Destroyed. (-23) [privacy data omitted] on March 11, 2008, at approximately 10:00 am local time, the pilot-in-command obtained weather information from the iditarod air… - [Incident 20080311013679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080311013679I), Mar 11, 2008: Cessna 180K (N66037), Nome, AK, No damage. (-23) [privacy data omitted] on March 11, 2008 at approximately 03:00 pm local time, the Nome flight service station gave airport information to N66037 and… - [Incident 20070411020649I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070411020649I), Apr 11, 2007: Cessna 180K (N111CN), Rockport, TX, Minor damage. (-23) The pilot was returning to the airport, and while over copano bay, the engine lost power. The pilot attempted to glide to shore, but was not able, and… - [Accident 20061125024149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061125024149A), Nov 25, 2006: Cessna 180K (N180BM), Bountiful, UT, Destroyed. (-23) On Saturday 11/25/06 at 1303 MST, a Cessna 180-K, N180BM, piloted by [privacy data omitted] lost control while attempting to take off from rwy 34 at… - [Accident 20061001026929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061001026929A), Oct 1, 2006: Cessna 180K (N64257), Barton City, MI, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot failed to stop aircraft after landing on Private 1200 ft. wet grass runway. Aircraft ran off end of runway and collided with trees and rocks… - [Accident 20060928021179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060928021179A), Sep 28, 2006: Cessna 180K (N64382), Mooresville, NC, Minor damage. (-23) On September 28, 2006 at 1115 eastern dst, the pilot [privacy data omitted] attempted to take-off N64382 (CE-180-K) on runway 32 at lake Norman airpark… - [Accident 20060702011849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060702011849A), Jul 2, 2006: Cessna 180K (N2868K), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) The aircraft ground looped after landing on lake Hood strip runway 31. According to the pilot, on roll out he was slightly off center and tried to… - [Accident 20060702011819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060702011819A), Jul 2, 2006: Cessna 180K (N1SE), Owasso, OK, Destroyed, 1 fatal. (-23) On July 2, 2006, about 0925 central daylight time, a single-engine Cessna 180K tailwheel-equipped airplane, N1SE, was substantially damaged when it… - [Incident 20040525008539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040525008539I), May 25, 2004: Cessna 180K (N2530K), Carlsbad, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) On may 25, 2004, at approximately 1005 PDT, eddie narramore landed on runway 24 at the Mcclellan-Palomar Airport, CA in N2530K, a Cessna model 180K… - [Accident 20040116012941A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040116012941A), Jan 16, 2004: Cessna 180K (N61691), Tehachapi, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. (-23) On January 16, 2004, at about 14:15 PST, a Cessna 180K and a Beech 95-B55, collided about 6.5 nautical miles west of Tehachapi, California. The Cessna… - [Incident 20031028031369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031028031369I), Oct 28, 2003: Cessna 180K (N180FJ), Madison, MS, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft made an abrupt move to the right just after touchdown. Pilot corrected for it. Aircraft nosed over damaging the spinner and propeller blades.… - [Accident 20031004023489A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031004023489A), Oct 4, 2003: Cessna 180K (N77NP), Starkville, MS, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot landed with a crosswind, allowed wind to lift right wing and did not control the aircraft in a sufficient and timely manner. The aircraft… All 188: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-180k/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (25) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR CA150127005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150127005), Jan 23, 2015: CHAIN. DETACHED. (CAN) DURING A TRAINING FLIGHT, PILOT REPORTED THAT THE ELEVATOR TRIM WHEEL JAMMED IN FLIGHT, DURING CRUISE, WITH TRIM IN A RELATIVELY NEUTRAL POSITION. THE PIL - [SDR CA121023006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA121023006), Oct 23, 2012: ANGLE. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING INSPECTION OF HORIZONTAL STABILIZER TRIM TAB ACTUATORS, 1000 HRS OR 3 YEARS, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE TAILCONE REINFORCING LT ANGLE ASSY, PN 0712048-7 - [SDR CA110331026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA110331026), Mar 21, 2011: RELIEF VALVE. BROKEN. (CAN) OIL PRESSURE VALVE HSG ON BACK OF ENGINE WAS FOUND LEAKING. MAINTENANCE REMOVED THE VALVE, BUT UPON RE-INSTALLATION, THE VALVE BROKE IN HALF. THE AREA BET - [SDR CA080225009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA080225009), Feb 21, 2008: CONTROL CABLE. FRAYED. (CAN) LWR ELEVATOR CABLE FRAYED AT BULKHEAD STA 140, WHERE CABLE RIDES ON THE PHENOLIC BLOCK. - [SDR CA070724003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070724003), Jul 24, 2007: ELT. CORRODED. (CAN) BATTERY CONNECTIONS HAD EXCESSIVE CORROSION AND EVEN THOUGH THE INDICATOR LAMP INDICATED THAT UNIT WAS WORKING THE UNIT HAD NO SWEEP OUTPUT (TC NR 2007072 - [SDR CA070522003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070522003), May 7, 2007: CAMSHAFT. SPALLED. (CAN) IN REMOVING NR 1 CYLINDER TO BE CHANGED OUT THE LIFTERS WERE REMOVED TO BE BLEED DOWN, LIFTERS WERE SPAWLED. THE AME INSPECTED THE CAM AND THE EXHAUST LOB - [SDR AU510001674](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510001674), Oct 7, 2005: DRIVE BELT. LOOSE. ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT LOOSE. LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER. - [SDR CA021119006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA021119006), Nov 6, 2002: BEARING. CORRODED. (CAN) PROPELLER WOULD NOT CHANGE PITCH. PROPELLER WAS SO BADLY CORRODED INTERNALLY THAT THE BEARING SEIZED. ENTIRE PROPELLER SCRAP DUE TO CORROSION. NO HISTORY - [SDR CA020726018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020726018), Jul 8, 2002: CYLINDER. CRACKED. (CAN) AT END OF 2 RT FLT, CYL HEAD TEMP, OIL TEMP & PRESSURE ALL NORMAL. OIL TEMP SUDDENLY WENT UP ONE NEEDLE WIDTH, OIL PRESSURE WENT DOWN ONE NEEDLE WIDTH. EN - [SDR 2002FA0000836](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000836), May 30, 2002: LIFTER. FAILED. THIS ENGINE WAS OVERHAULED 6/10/99 BY REPAIR STATION. IT NOW HAS 563.3 HOURS AND ALL THE INTAKE VALVES WERE BAD, ALL EXHAUST GUIDES WERE BAD, AND ALL LIFTERS AR - [SDR 2002FA0000835](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000835), May 30, 2002: LIFTER. FAILED. THIS ENGINE WAS OVERHAULED 6/10/99 BY REPAIR STATION. IT NOW HAS 563.3 HOURS AND ALL THE INTAKE VALVES WERE BAD, ALL EXHAUST GUIDES WERE BAD, AND ALL LIFTERS AR - [SDR 2002FA0000834](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000834), May 30, 2002: GUIDE. FAILED. THIS ENGINE WAS OVERHAULED 6/10/99 BY REPAIR STATION. IT NOW HAS 563.3 HOURS AND ALL THE INTAKE VALVES WERE BAD, ALL EXHAUST GUIDES WERE BAD, AND ALL LIFTERS AR - [SDR 2002FA0000833](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000833), May 30, 2002: INTAKE VALVE. FAILED. THIS ENGINE WAS OVERHAULED 6/10/99 BY REPAIR STATION, IT NOW HAS 563 HOURS AND ALL THE INTAKE VALVES WERE BAD, ALL EXHAUST GUIDES WERE BAD, AND ALL LIFTERS ARE - [SDR 2001FA0000658](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000658), Nov 3, 2001: GASKET. LOOSE. THIS AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY HAS THE MANUFACTURING DEFECT DESCRIBED IN AD. WITH THE GASKET COMING LOOSE. FOUND IT DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION AND DISCOVERED THAT IT (B - [SDR 2002FA0001387](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001387), Jul 1, 2001: BELLCRANK. BENT. AIRCRAFT WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON LANDING DUE TO LOSS OF CONTROL. CFI WAS FLYING FROM THE RT SEAT. AIRCRAFT LEFT THE RUNWAY TO THE RT EVEN THOUGH PILOT AP - [SDR CA001018011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA001018011), Sep 26, 2000: BEARING. FAILED. (CAN) PROPELLER PARTS CORRODED BEYOND REPAIR. BLADE BEARING RACES AND BALLS. BLADE SPLIT RETAINING RINGS. PISTON AND PISTON PINS. CYLINDER ACTUATING PINS. NOTE: - [SDR 20000623SH018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000623SH018), Jun 9, 2000: BUSHING. ERODED. RECENTLY INSTALLED TAILSPRING BUSHINGS FOUND EXTRUDED AFTER ONLY 8 HOURS OF OPERATION. SUBMITTER KNOWS OF ONE OTHER LOW TIME FAILURE OF THESE BUSHINGS. (X) - [SDR AU981594](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU981594), Oct 18, 1998: SPAR. CRACKED. (AUS) VERTICAL FIN REAR SPAR CRACKED UNDER DOUBLERS AS INDICATED IN CESSNA SE-80-85. - [SDR CA980908004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980908004), Aug 18, 1998: SPREADER BAR. CORRODED. (CAN) SPREADER BARS AT THE FLOAT WERE SPLIT ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE IN OUTSIDE TUBING. CONDITION COULD NOT BE DETECTED WITHOUT DISMANTLING THE FAIRING IN BETWEEN - [SDR CA980330017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980330017), Mar 20, 1998: CYLINDER. SCRATCHED. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. THE CYLINDER WAS FOUND SCRATCHED AND THE BLADE PITCH LOCK DISTRIBUTION WAS FOUND OUT OF MANUFACTURERS LIMITS - [SDR 97ZZZX5139](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX5139), Dec 2, 1997: BRACKET. BROKEN. PILOT REPORTED LEFT FLAP WOULD NOT FULLY EXTEND. AN INSPECTION WAS CONDUCTED AND THE FLAP PULLEY BRACKET WAS FOUND BROKEN. THIS CONDITION CAUSED FLAP CABLE TO H - [SDR 98ZZZX961](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX961), Aug 19, 1997: SELECTOR. CORRODED. FOUND FUEL SELECTOR VALVE CORRODED AND FLAKING ON ONE SIDE. THE ONLY WAY TO SEE THIS SIDE OF THE VALVE IS WITH A MIRROR THROUGH THE INSPECTION PANEL ON THE BOTT - [SDR 97ZZZX3383](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX3383), Jul 17, 1997: VENT. PLUGGED. AT ANNUAL INSPECTION, NOTICED CORROSION ON THE MAIN ELECTRICAL CONTACTOR AND THE STARTER RELAY. SUSPECT THE BATTERY WAS VENTING OUT BY THE CABLES. CHECKING THE - [SDR EY2R9601207](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9601207), Nov 1, 1996: BEARING. CORRODED. CORROSION FOUND ON BEARING RACE. - [SDR 96ZZZX2769](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX2769), May 10, 1996: BRAKE DISC. FAILED. UPON STARING TAKEOFF ROLL, LOUD NOISE AND LEFT BRAKE MALFUNCTION OCCURRED. TAKEOFF ABORTED. LEFT MAIN BRAKE DISC HAD BROKEN LOOSE FROM MAIN WHEEL BOLTS. SUSPECT --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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