# Cessna 185

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 2072802
- Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA
- Model: 185
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 6
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 125 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 3A24](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A24) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Textron Aviation Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 98
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185

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 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023
- [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 2008-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-10-02): Part number identification placard · Cessna 172, 172R, 172RG and 64 more. Effective May 12, 2008
- [AD 2005-25-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-25-08): Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS) · B-N Group BN-2A, 172, 180 and 22 more. Effective Jan 23, 2006
- [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 2004-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-19-01): Upper shoulder harness adjusters · Cessna F150G, F150H, F150J and 129 more. Effective Nov 1, 2004
- [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 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 87-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-04): Fuel System · Cessna 185, 185A, 185B and 5 more. Effective Sep 30, 1987
- [AD 86-19-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-19-11): Contaminated Fuel · Cessna 177, 177A, 177B and 83 more. Effective Oct 4, 1986
- [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 78-05-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-05-06): Flexible Fuel Cells · Cessna 180, 182, 185 and 98 more. Effective Jun 30, 1978
- [AD 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 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) (17)

- [SAIB 2026-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2026-08): Floats. Issued Mar 24, 2026
- [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-16-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-16-16): Inspections of the tailcone reinforcement for airplanes in severe usage environments  with floats or skis. Issued May 4, 2016
- [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
- [SAIB CE-06-46R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-06-46R1): . Issued Sep 18, 2006
- [SAIB CE-04-72R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-72R1): . Issued Aug 18, 2004
- [SAIB CE-04-72](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-72) (historical): . Issued Jul 29, 2004
- [SAIB CE-90-03R2](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-90-03R2): . Issued Aug 26, 2002
- [SAIB CE-01-41](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-41) (historical): . Issued Sep 10, 2001

## Registered aircraft (98, first 50)

- [N1322R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1322R): [Mccormick Philip G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCCORMICK%20PHILIP%20G), [Pine Grove, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Pine%20Grove), built 1980, S/N 18504122
- [N158D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N158D): [Niehaus James O](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIEHAUS%20JAMES%20O), [Erie, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Erie), built 1961, S/N 1850232
- [N185AL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185AL): [Bohannon James A III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOHANNON%20JAMES%20A%20III), [Montgomery, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Montgomery), built 1961, S/N 185 0047
- [N185BC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185BC): [Shackelford John S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHACKELFORD%20JOHN%20S), [Roanoke, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Roanoke), built 1961, S/N 1850021
- [N185EE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185EE): [Thinair Ventures LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THINAIR%20VENTURES%20LLC), [Kalispell, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Kalispell), built 1961, S/N 1850105
- [N185EM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185EM): [Aikins Laurie R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIKINS%20LAURIE%20R), [Bonners Ferry, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Bonners%20Ferry), built 1961, S/N 1850078
- [N185G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185G): [Belz John W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BELZ%20JOHN%20W), [Salt Lake City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Salt%20Lake%20City), built 1961, S/N 1850163
- [N185HH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185HH): [Coyne Greg](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COYNE%20GREG), [Hondo, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Hondo), built 1961, S/N 1850049
- [N185QB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185QB): [Mcinelly Jessica N](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCINELLY%20JESSICA%20N), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), S/N 185-0131
- [N185RA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185RA): [A-T Enterprises Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/A-T%20ENTERPRISES%20LTD), [Three Forks, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Three%20Forks), built 1967, S/N 185-1209
- [N185SN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185SN): [Jones Kyle H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JONES%20KYLE%20H), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1972, S/N 185-01943
- [N185U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185U): [Ramin Reuben F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RAMIN%20REUBEN%20F), [Tomball, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Tomball), built 1961, S/N 185-0230
- [N185UV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185UV): [Clark Stanley E Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLARK%20STANLEY%20E%20TRUSTEE), [Redmond, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Redmond), built 1961, S/N 185-0171
- [N185WB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185WB): [Fodor Scott M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FODOR%20SCOTT%20M), [Barryton, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Barryton), built 1980, S/N 18504105
- [N185YT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185YT): [Sutton Aircraft Salvage LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUTTON%20AIRCRAFT%20SALVAGE%20LLC), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), S/N 185-0145
- [N186D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N186D): [Mann Thomas A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MANN%20THOMAS%20A), [Ford, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Ford), built 1961, S/N 185-0127
- [N23CB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23CB): [Nb Tweet And Sons](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NB%20TWEET%20AND%20SONS), [Nome, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Nome), S/N 18503331
- [N23FG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23FG): [State Of California Dept Of Fish & Game](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STATE%20OF%20CALIFORNIA%20DEPT%20OF%20FISH%20%26%20GAME), [Sacramento, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Sacramento), built 1980, S/N 18504035
- [N23LH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23LH): [Hill Lawrence E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HILL%20LAWRENCE%20E), [Marion, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Marion), built 1974, S/N 18502433
- [N2781D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2781D): [Fejes Guide Service Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FEJES%20GUIDE%20SERVICE%20LTD), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1979, S/N 185-03892
- [N29970](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N29970): [Andrecheck Cynthia R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANDRECHECK%20CYNTHIA%20R), [Bethel, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Bethel), built 1981, S/N 185-04292
- [N29972](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N29972): [Windblown Ranch Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINDBLOWN%20RANCH%20INC), [Echo, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Echo), built 1981, S/N 185-04162
- [N331DF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N331DF): [Dc-3 Pro Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DC-3%20PRO%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Hailey, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Hailey), built 1961, S/N 185-0164
- [N331DT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N331DT): [Tolkach Dennis G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TOLKACH%20DENNIS%20G), [Dunlevy, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Dunlevy), S/N 18504238
- [N345BB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N345BB): [Baas Brian J Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BAAS%20BRIAN%20J%20TRUSTEE), [Cambridge, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Cambridge), built 1977, S/N 18503301
- [N34VV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N34VV): [Wattum Investments LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WATTUM%20INVESTMENTS%20LLC), [Kodiak, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Kodiak), built 1961, S/N 185-0036
- [N389BH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N389BH): [Horn Bradley P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HORN%20BRADLEY%20P), [Waterloo, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Waterloo), built 1961, S/N 185-0098
- [N4001Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4001Y): [Hill James J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HILL%20JAMES%20J), [Saint Helen, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Saint%20Helen), built 1961, S/N 1850201
- [N4014Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4014Y): [Fogglifter LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOGGLIFTER%20LLC), [Mccall, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Mccall), S/N 185-0214
- [N4017Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4017Y): [17y LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/17Y%20LLC), [Parma, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Parma), built 1961, S/N 185-0217
- [N4019Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4019Y): [Witt William A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WITT%20WILLIAM%20A), [Ennis, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Ennis), built 1961, S/N 185-0219
- [N4022Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4022Y): [Kelley Kitty K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KELLEY%20KITTY%20K), [Albion, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Albion), built 1961, S/N 185-0222
- [N4024Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4024Y): [Jr Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JR%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Temple, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Temple), S/N 1850224
- [N4026Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4026Y): [Olsen Scott M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLSEN%20SCOTT%20M), [Forest Lake, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Forest%20Lake), built 1961, S/N 185-0226
- [N4031Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4031Y): [Pemberton Addison J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PEMBERTON%20ADDISON%20J), [Spokane, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Spokane), built 1961, S/N 1850231
- [N4037Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4037Y): [Vfr Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VFR%20LTD), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), S/N 1850237
- [N481H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N481H): [Williams Stephen C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20STEPHEN%20C), [Georgetown, ME](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ME/Georgetown), built 1961, S/N 185-0116
- [N481U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N481U): [Salter 11x LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SALTER%2011X%20LLC), [Duluth, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Duluth), S/N 18504438
- [N5011X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5011X): [Pro Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRO%20AIR%20LLC), [Alexandria, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Alexandria), S/N 185-0033
- [N73DA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N73DA): [Flying Alaska LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYING%20ALASKA%20LLC), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), S/N 185-0119
- [N7680Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7680Y): [Meekin Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEEKIN%20MICHAEL%20J), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), built 1961, S/N 1850190
- [N78DE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N78DE): [Stanley Ryan G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STANLEY%20RYAN%20G), [Mossyrock, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Mossyrock), S/N 18503701
- [N8209U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8209U): [Wrangell Mountain Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WRANGELL%20MOUNTAIN%20AIR%20INC), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), built 1961, S/N 185-0213
- [N8541L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8541L): [Great Basin Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREAT%20BASIN%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Eagle River, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Eagle%20River), S/N 185-0118
- [N85BP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N85BP): [Pearce William](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PEARCE%20WILLIAM), [Grants Pass, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Grants%20Pass), built 1961, S/N 185-0183
- [N88016](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N88016): [Mark Cochran Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARK%20COCHRAN%20LEASING%20LLC), [Pullman, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Pullman), S/N 185-0225
- [N8AA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8AA): [Rovey Land And Cattle Co Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROVEY%20LAND%20AND%20CATTLE%20CO%20INC), [Parker, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Parker), built 1961, S/N 185-0208
- [N907EE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N907EE): [Eriksen Eric Edward](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ERIKSEN%20ERIC%20EDWARD), [South Fork, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/South%20Fork), built 1961, S/N 1850087
- [N969KM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N969KM): [Sk Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SK%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1961, S/N 185-0024
- [N9802X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9802X): [Meise Fred W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEISE%20FRED%20W), [Moses Lake, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Moses%20Lake), built 1961, S/N 1850002

All 98: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185/aircraft.md

## STCs approved for it (542, first 50)

- [STC SA00023SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00023SE): Installation of modified control yoke and instrument panel.. Trevor Burward-Hoy
- [STC SA00031WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00031WI): Installation of flap and aileron gap seals.. Flight Enhancements
- [STC SA00052NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00052NY): Installation of wing tip extension.. Air Research Technology, Inc
- [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00064DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00064DE): Installation of external cargo pod.. Aeropod 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 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 SA00165BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00165BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Datalink Coupler, part number 700-00015-000 per Avidyne Corporation Master Document List, Document No. AVACP-006 dtd 1/2/93 or later FAA-approved revisions.. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00192AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00192AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment.. Aviation Products, 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 SA00200AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00200AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have the melonite surface treatment, P/N AA-36.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00206WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00206WI): 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. (A185F thru S/N 18503683 and later airplanes originally equipped w/bladder fuel tanks). Hartwig Aircraft Fuel Cell Repair
- [STC SA00209AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00209AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment, P/N AA-89.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00210AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00210AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment, P/N AA-90.. Aviation Products, 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 SA00227AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00227AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment, P/N AA-94.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00228AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00228AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment, P/N AA-95.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00236SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00236SE): Installation of an extended baggage compartment. Athena Aircraft, LLC
- [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 SA00276NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00276NY): Reinforcement of wing assemblies and installation of Air Research Technology wing tip extension.. Air Research Technology, Inc
- [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 SA00412WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00412WI): Installation of McCauley D3A34C401/90DFA -2, -4, -6, -8, -10 propeller with Teledyne Continental motors IO-550-D engines already installed, and associated changes.. Air Plains Services Corporation
- [STC SA00413WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00413WI): Installation of McCauley Propeller D3A34C401/90DFA -2, -4, -6, -8, -10 on Models previously equipped with TCM IO-520-D engine.. P Ponk Aviation
- [STC SA00419NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00419NY): Installation of cockpit utility light.. Burns Richard G
- [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 SA00462AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00462AT): Replacement of Appalachian stainless steel brake discs P/N 75-23 with Appalachian steel brake disk part number AA-47.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [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 SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric.. Aviation Products Systems Inc.
- [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 SA00501AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00501AT): Installation of either a Hartzell 3-blade model PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A( )-6R or PHC-C3YF-1RF/F7691( ) propeller, or McCauley 3-blade model D3A34C401/90DFA-10 or D3A34C401/90DFA-8 propeller, and associated spinner assembly.. Davis Aviation Services Inc
- [STC SA00512SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00512SE): Fabrication of a vortex generator system.. Aeronautical Testing Service Inc.

All 542: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185/stcs.md

## NTSB investigations (141, 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 ANC23LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC23LA075), Sep 12, 2023: Cessna 185 (N34VV), Healy, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable landing site, resulting in a nose over.
- [NTSB ANC23LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC23LA059), Aug 4, 2023: Cessna 185 (N9855X), Iliamna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The passenger’s inadvertent application of brakes during landing that resulted in a nose over.
- [NTSB WPR22LA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA181), May 12, 2022: Cessna 185 (N23FG), Franklin, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ANC21LA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC21LA053), Jul 6, 2021: Cessna 185 (N185YT), Kenney Lake, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a tree during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain.
- [NTSB WPR20CA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR20CA149), May 17, 2020: Cessna 185 (N185), Winifred, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: An inadequate flare that resulted in a bounced landing and the pilot's subsequent delayed decision to go-around that did not allow for sufficient clearance from trees when the airplane was affected…
- [NTSB ANC20CA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC20CA022), Feb 20, 2020: Cessna 182 (N969KM), Koyuk, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a landing in flat light conditions, which resulted in a ground loop.
- [NTSB GAA18CA468](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA18CA468), Aug 5, 2018: Cessna 185 (N9867X), Lovelock, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper in-flight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB GAA17CA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA245), Apr 23, 2017: Cessna 185 (N4017Y), Marsing, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, the failure of the right main landing gear wheel, and a ground loop.
- [NTSB ANC14CA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC14CA077), Sep 7, 2014: Cessna 185 (N432X), Gakona, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inability to maintain directional control after the airplane's main landing gear tire deflated during takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC13CA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC13CA108), Sep 7, 2013: Cessna 185 (N432X), Mentasta Lake, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilots improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ANC13CA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC13CA082), Aug 16, 2013: Cessna 185 (N185SN), Sleetmute, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB ANC11LA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11LA068), Jul 25, 2011: Cessna 185 (N9852X), Kenai, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, resulting in the ditching and sinking of the airplane in ocean waters.
- [NTSB WPR11CA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA024), Oct 22, 2010: Cessna 185 (N5011X), Fort Thomas, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The airplane's encounter with a dust devil during landing rollout, which resulted in the pilot not being able to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB ANC09LA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA083), Aug 16, 2009: Cessna 185 (N8209U), McCarthy, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The separation of the right main landing gear wheel from the airplane during landing for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an inability to control the airplane.
- [NTSB ANC07CA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA033), May 10, 2007: Cessna 185 (N9832X), Cantwell, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during takeoff initial climb, which resulted in a descent into high vegetation, and a nose over. Factors contributing to the accident were the…
- [NTSB SEA06WA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA06WA042), Oct 17, 2005: Cessna 185 (N9222H), Limestone Lake, Canada, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB ANC06LA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06LA001), Oct 3, 2005: Cessna 185 (N9950X), Iliamna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which failed to detect water-contaminated fuel, resulting in a loss of engine power during cruise flight, and subsequent in-flight collision with terrain.
- [NTSB SEA04LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA034), Jan 14, 2004: Cessna 185F (N185WB), Deer Park, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The dual student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll and the failure of the flight instructor to provide remedial action. A factor was snowbank.
- [NTSB ANC03LA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC03LA086), Jul 29, 2003: Cessna 185 (N913SM), Tyonek, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a swerve and nose down.
- [NTSB ANC02LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02LA126), Sep 3, 2002: Cessna 185 (N9808X), Seward, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of directional control of the airplane due to the failure of the pilot to correct for torque/P Factor during the takeoff roll. A factor in the accident was a wet grass surface.
- [NTSB LAX00LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX00LA198), May 18, 2000: Cessna 185 (N9955X), Borrego Springs, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB SEA00LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA072), Apr 4, 2000: Cessna A185F (N78DE), Wallowa, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain proper runway alignment upon encountering a wind gust, and his subsequent failure or inability to maintain clearance with a tree during a go-around attempt. Factors…
- [NTSB LAX00LA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX00LA115), Mar 7, 2000: Cessna 185 (N4021Y), Incline Village, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadvertent landing on water with the wheels of the amphibious float plane extended.
- [NTSB DEN99LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN99LA045), Mar 1, 1999: Cessna 185 (N9823X), Durango, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and inadvertently allowing the airplane to ground loop. Factors were gusty crosswind conditions, pertinent crosswind information not made available…
- [NTSB ANC98FA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC98FA079), Jun 18, 1998: Cessna 185 (N9982X), Big Lake, AK, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's performance of a low level maneuver. Factors were the pilot's overconfidence in his personal ability, his lack of experience in the type of airplane, and his failure to maintain adequate…
- [NTSB ANC98LA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC98LA067), Jun 9, 1998: Cessna 185 (N9855X), Chickaloon, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadvertent activation of the fuel boost pump selector switch during final approach, which resulted in an overly rich mixture and subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ANC97LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA144), Sep 3, 1997: Cessna 185 (N185QB), Kotzebue, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The collapse/deflation of the right main tire when the tire slipped on the tire wheel rim which resulted in the collapse of the right main landing gear due to overload.
- [NTSB ANC97LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA110), Jul 23, 1997: Cessna 185 (N9855X), Talkeetna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilots failure to maintain terrain clearance during the downslope, downwind, high altitude, takeoff. Factors were the snow and lighting conditions, and the tailwind takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC97LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA017), Jan 2, 1997: Cessna 185F (N23CB), Nome, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's failure to properly verify the position of a fractured fuel selector handle, which resulted in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor related to the accident was:…
- [NTSB ANC96LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA040), Mar 31, 1996: Cessna 185 (N9875X), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty crosswind conditions. The strong, gusty crosswind was a factor.
- [NTSB SEA95LA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA208), Sep 4, 1995: Cessna 185F (N9222H), Salem, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: A LOSS OF POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS AND THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED WHILE MANEUVERING FOR A FORCED LANDING.
- [NTSB ANC93LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC93LA097), Jun 20, 1993: Cessna 180 (N9968X), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: SEPARATION OF THE RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR WHEEL.
- [NTSB ANC92FA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC92FA141), Aug 23, 1992: Cessna 185 (N9829X), Whittier, AK, destroyed, 4 fatal. Probable cause: PILOT IN COMMAND'S INTENTIONAL FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOT'S DISREGARD FOR ADVERSE WEATHER ADVISORY, WEATHER CONDITIONS (CLOUDS) AND…
- [NTSB DEN92LA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN92LA058), Jun 13, 1992: Cessna 185 (N9823X), Durango, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: IMPROPER USE OF BRAKES. FACTORS WERE: POORLY PLANNED APPROACH AND EXCESSIVE LANDING SPEED.
- [NTSB ANC91LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA145), Sep 5, 1991: Cessna 185 (N9974X), Talkeetna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: WAS THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRPLANE CONTROL DURING THE TAKEOFF. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE DOWNDRAFT AND UNFAVORABLE WIND.
- [NTSB LAX90LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA064), Jan 6, 1990: Cessna 185 (N9816X), Agua Dulce, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: PILOT'S IMPROPER WEATHER EVALUATION WHICH DIRECTLY LED TO HIS ATTEMPTED TAKEOFF IN AN EXCESSIVE TAILWIND AND SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF AIRCRAFT CONTROL DURING THE UNSUCCESSFUL ABORT.
- [NTSB DEN89LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA188), Aug 6, 1989: Cessna 185 (N9823X), Durango, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT. THE WIND CONDITION WAS CONSIDERED TO BE A CONTRIBUTING FACTOR.
- [NTSB ANC89LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA131), Jul 31, 1989: Cessna 185 (N4005Y), Tozitna River, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: IMPROPER PREFLIGHT PLANNING/PREPARATION BY THE PILOT. HIGH OBSTRUCTIONS, UNFAVORABLE WIND CONDITIONS, AND TREES WERE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS.
- [NTSB ANC89LA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA058), Apr 12, 1989: Cessna 185 (N9850X), Trinity Lake, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S SELECTION OF UNSUITABLE TERRAIN ON WHICH TO LAND.
- [NTSB NYC89LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89LA020), Nov 4, 1988: Cessna 185 (N4023Y), Ebensburg, PA, destroyed
- [NTSB ANC88LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC88LA141), Sep 16, 1988: Cessna 185 (N73DA), Mcclaren River, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC88FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC88FA012), Oct 26, 1987: Cessna 185 (N9946X), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC87LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC87LA157), Sep 17, 1987: Cessna 185 (N9914X), Little Delta Rv, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW87LA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW87LA201), Aug 16, 1987: Cessna 185 (N9930X), San Marcos, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC83LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC83LA146), Jul 5, 1983: Cessna 185 (N4010Y), Mound Valley, KS, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW83LA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW83LA268), Jun 6, 1983: Cessna 185 (N4016Y), Mcallen, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC83LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC83LA009), Oct 29, 1982: Cessna 185 (N9982X), Stony River, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW80DRA50](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW80DRA50), Sep 11, 1980: Cessna 185 (N185U), New Caney, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC80DA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC80DA074), Jul 18, 1980: Cessna 185 (N9855X), Collinsville, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX80FVG45](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX80FVG45), Jun 20, 1980: Cessna 185 (N9960X), Arbuckle, CA, destroyed

All 141: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185/ntsb.md

## FAA accident and incident reports (90, 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.

- [Incident 20250607006409I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250607006409I), Jun 7, 2025: Cessna 185 (N73DA), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Upon landing right brake was unresponsive causing the aircraft to veer off the runway. (Sms)…
- [Accident 20230912011259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230912011259A), Sep 12, 2023: Cessna 185 (N34VV), Healy, AK, Substantial damage. After landing on a Remote Strip, the pilot taxied the aircraft off the strip into some tall grass. The area of tall grass also had several inches of standing…
- [Accident 20210705012679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210705012679A), Jul 5, 2021: Cessna 185 (N185YT), Kenny Lake, AK, Destroyed. N185YT, C185, aircraft took off from a grass strip and the left wing got caught in some trees which pulled the aircraft into the trees. POB: 1, injuries: none,…
- [Accident 20200517000909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200517000909A), May 17, 2020: Cessna 185 (N185), Winifred, MT, Substantial damage. While attempting to land on an un-improved runway, the pilot bounced twice and drifted to the right due to a gust of wind. The pilot input Left rudder but…
- [Accident 20200219001929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200219001929A), Feb 19, 2020: Cessna 182A (N969KM), Koyuk, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot stated they departed Koyuk AK en route to nome AK. While flying the PIC stated that due to flat light conditions it was difficult to make out ridgelines…
- [Accident 20180805010169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180805010169A), Aug 5, 2018: Cessna 185 (N9867X), Lovelock, NV, Substantial damage. The pilot departed 3U2 with 39.9 gallons of fuel onboard. The pilot planned 2.5 hours to his next fuel stop at lol with a fuel burn of 10.5 to 11 gallons per…
- [Accident 20170423003479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170423003479A), Apr 23, 2017: Cessna 185 (N4017Y), Melba, ID, Substantial damage. The pilot was performing a wheel landing on runway 030. During touchdown the aircraft bounced back into the air. The pilot held full aft elevator in an attempt…
- [Accident 20140906016079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140906016079A), Sep 6, 2014: Cessna 185 (N432X), Chistochina, AK, Substantial damage. The PIC of the accident airplane stated he was attempting to take off from a remote dirt runway (indian valley strip) which is 1100' long and oriented…
- [Incident 20130909018769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130909018769I), Sep 9, 2013: Cessna 185 (N432X), Gulkana, AK, Substantial damage. Excessively firm off airport landing.
- [Accident 20130815018749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130815018749A), Aug 15, 2013: Cessna 185 (N185SN), Sleetmute, AK, Substantial damage. As the aircraft touched down at the Alaska adventures lodge runway located approximantly 16 miles south of Sleetmute, Alaska, the pilot reported everything…
- [Accident 20110724016299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110724016299A), Jul 24, 2011: Cessna 185 (N9852X), Kenai, AK, Destroyed. Pilot reports that without prior indication or warning, loss of engine power. RPM and fuel flow at less than normal idle RPM and fuel flow, no throttle or…
- [Accident 20101022050629A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20101022050629A), Oct 22, 2010: Cessna 185 (N5011X), Fort Thomas, AZ, Substantial damage. N5011X departed 5AZ9, a private airstrip, to take photos of the same airfield. No weather services were provided at this airfield. The wind was observed by the…
- [Accident 20090816048469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090816048469A), Aug 16, 2009: Cessna 185 (N8209U), Mccarthy, AK, Substantial damage. Approximately 15 miles NE of Mccarthy Alaska, the right side gear leg broke off during landing rollout at doubtful creek with 3 passengers and 1 pilot onboard.…
- [Accident 20070510020169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070510020169A), May 10, 2007: Cessna 185 (N9832X), Glennallen, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot was departing a small airstrip, about 65 miles nw of Glennallen, AK, in his wheel-equipped CE-185. The surface of the strip was wet and soft. The…
- [Incident 20060330003719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060330003719I), Mar 30, 2006: Cessna 185 (N9930X), Santa Fe, NM, Minor damage. (-23) On March 30, 2006 at 1315 MST, a Cessna 185, N9930X, registered to the pilot, struck the right wing on the ground during landing and the aircraft veered…
- [Accident 20051002027799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20051002027799A), Oct 2, 2005: Cessna 185 (N9950X), Iliamna, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) On oct. 2, 2005, about 1930 AK daylight time N9950X, piloted by [privacy data omitted] collided with the terrain during an emergency landing, about 20…
- [Accident 20040114000629A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040114000629A), Jan 14, 2004: Cessna 185 (N185WB), Deer Park, WA, Substantial damage. (-23) The pilot-in-command and his instructor were practicing landings on this dual instructional flight at the Deer Park Airport. The final landing attempted…
- [Accident 20030729037369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030729037369A), Jul 29, 2003: Cessna 185 (N913SM), Skwentna, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) While practicing glassy water landings at coal creek lake (approximately 55 miles north-northwest of tyonek, Alaska), upon landing, the aircraft turned…
- [Accident 20020902027039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020902027039A), Sep 2, 2002: Cessna 185 (N9808X), Pattonbay, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot was going to relocate the aircraft from the inland airstrip to the beach strip. During the takeoff from the inland airstrip, the soft sand pulled…
- [Incident 20020113036059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020113036059I), Jan 13, 2002: Cessna 185 (N9823X), Chama, NM, Minor damage. (-23) On January 13, 2003 at 1600 MST a Cessna 185 registered to richard d. jay flipped over landing on a snow covered runway at Chama airport, Chama new…
- [Accident 20000518005169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000518005169A), May 18, 2000: Cessna 185 (N9955X), Borrego Springs, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) On may 18, 2000, at approximately 2:00 p.m. PDT,[privacy data omitted]landed his airplane, a Cessna 185 (tail wheel model), at the borredgo valley…
- [Accident 20000404010949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000404010949A), Apr 4, 2000: Cessna 185 (N78DE), Wallowa, OR, No damage. (-23) The pilot was attempting to land on a private airstrip in crosswind conditions. The a/c went off the side of the runway, striking a tree. The a /c was…
- [Accident 20000307008749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000307008749A), Mar 7, 2000: Cessna 185 (N4021Y), Incline Village, NV, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft is a Cessna 185 mounted on edo floats. Incorporated is a set of hydraulic actuated retracting wheel/landing gear assemblies. The pilot departed…
- [Accident 19990301001949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990301001949A), Mar 1, 1999: Cessna 185 (N9823X), Durango, CO, Substantial damage. Pilot was practicing touch and go landings, and the acft ground looped on the rwy after landing and sustained substantial damage. (.19) on March 1, 1999, at…
- [Accident 19980617013979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980617013979A), Jun 17, 1998: Cessna 185 (N9982X), Big Lake, AK, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Acft crashed under unknown circumstances, pilot suffered fatal inj, acft damage is unknown, anchorage, AK. (.4) witnesses reported seeing the airplane entering…
- [Accident 19980609020289A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980609020289A), Jun 9, 1998: Cessna A185E (N9855X), Chickaloon, AK, Substantial damage. Transporting persons an cargo to base camp on a glacier. Engine quit on final. Hard landing short of landing area. (.4)the certificated commercial pilot was…
- [Accident 19970902025739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970902025739A), Sep 2, 1997: Cessna 185 (N185QB), Kotzebue, AK, Substantial damage. Aircraft crashed on landing. (.4)the pilot was landing the tailwheel-equipped airplane in a remote area . The airplane was equipped with oversize tundra type…
- [Accident 19970723019519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970723019519A), Jul 23, 1997: Cessna 185 (N9855X), Talkeetna, AK, Substantial damage. Crashed on takeoff. (.19) on July 23, 1997, at 1400 Alaska daylight time, a Cessna 185 ski equipped airplane, N9855X, sustained substantial damage when it…
- [Accident 19970102000129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970102000129A), Jan 2, 1997: Cessna A185F (N23CB), Nome, AK, Substantial damage. Search and rescue flight. Passenger accidently broke fuel handle. Inadvertently put selector to off. Quit on takeof
- [Accident 19960331005679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960331005679A), Mar 31, 1996: Cessna 185 (N9875X), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Ski equipped plane blown sideways taxiing on frozen lake after landing. Collapsed downwind ski. Wing and tail damage
- [Accident 19950903027809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950903027809A), Sep 3, 1995: Cessna 185F (N9222H), Salem, OR, Substantial damage. During banner pickup towline tangled in tailwheel pulled rudder right. Unable drop banner. Stalled on climbout.
- [Incident 19950224006829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950224006829I), Feb 24, 1995: Cessna 172 (N34VV), Haines, AK. Narrative: landed amphibious aircraft on the runway with the landing gear retracted. Due to ice on the runway there was no damage. Airman got involved with…
- [Accident 19930619023209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930619023209A), Jun 19, 1993: Cessna 180 (N9968X), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Right wheel separated on bouncing landing then gear leg collapsed. Aircraft ground looped.
- [Accident 19920822032619A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920822032619A), Aug 22, 1992: Cessna 185 (N9829X), Whittier, AK, Destroyed, 4 fatal. Impacted side of mountain in level flight. Pilot on VFR flight plan was operating in IFR weather.
- [Accident 19920613019979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920613019979A), Jun 13, 1992: Cessna 185 (N9823X), Durango, CO, Substantial damage. High and fast. Landed long. Hit brakes hard to prevent overrun. Locked mains and flipped over.
- [Accident 19910904039769A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910904039769A), Sep 4, 1991: Cessna 185 (N9974X), Talkeetna, AK, Substantial damage. Lifted off water in small lake,encountered downdraft. Dropped to lake. Lifted again. Pontoon hit rock. Nosed over.
- [Incident 19910303010091I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910303010091I), Mar 3, 1991: Cessna 185 (N9974X), Eagle River, AK, Minor damage. Departed with another aircraft on final approach. Collided as NR5001R leveled off for touchdown.
- [Accident 19900105000229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900105000229A), Jan 5, 1990: Cessna 185 (N9816X), Agua Dulce, CA, Destroyed. Attempted downwind takeoff,saw error,hit brakes and nosed over. Wind gusting to 50 knots.
- [Accident 19890816027749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890816027749A), Aug 16, 1989: Cessna 185 (N9823X), Durango, CO, Substantial damage. Lost control and ground looped trying to land in a strong crosswind.
- [Accident 19890730026189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890730026189A), Jul 30, 1989: Cessna 185A (N4005Y), Tozitna River, AK, Substantial damage. Unable to clear trees on takeoff from a gravel road and crashed. Pilot misjudged distance and aircraft performance.
- [Accident 19890411007929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890411007929A), Apr 11, 1989: Cessna 185 (N9850X), Trinity Lake, AK, Substantial damage. Landed on a snow covered lake. Snow was uneven wet, and heavy. Overload stripped off nuts holding ski to gear leg.
- [Accident 19881103049029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881103049029A), Nov 3, 1988: Cessna 185 (N4023Y), Ebensburg, PA, Destroyed. Oil cooler began leaking oil on windshield. Engine rod broke due lack of oil. Crash landed at night in tree tops.
- [Accident 19880916041369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880916041369A), Sep 16, 1988: Cessna 185 (N73DA), Mcclaren River, AK, Substantial damage. Slowed by a depression in the short grass strip on takeoff. Settled off end of runway onto ground in rough terrain.
- [Incident 19880723055619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880723055619I), Jul 23, 1988: Cessna 185 (N9979X), Garrettsville, OH. Chutist unable to deploy main chute. Deployed emergency. Rendered unconscious. Landed in trees. Unfamiliar type.
- [Accident 19871026060809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871026060809A), Oct 26, 1987: Cessna 185 (N9946X), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Crashed on a night landing. Made the approach at a negative angle to a grassy water surface. Wing struck the water.
- [Accident 19870916058929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870916058929A), Sep 16, 1987: Cessna 185 (N9914X), Little Delta Ri, AK, Substantial damage. On takeoff aircraft climbed above tree level then settled and crashed past end of runway. Cause unknown.
- [Accident 19870815045839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870815045839A), Aug 15, 1987: Cessna 185 (N9930X), San Marcos, TX, Substantial damage. Landed long and downwind. Used heavy braking but ran off end of runway. Aircraft nosed over inverted on a fence.
- [Incident 19860830046579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860830046579I), Aug 30, 1986: Cessna 185 (N9806X), Umiat, AK, Minor damage. Tail wheel hit rocks and broke while landing on a gravel bar. A rock kicked up and struck the elevator.
- [Incident 19860302022539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860302022539I), Mar 2, 1986: Cessna STC185 (N9982X), Mcgrath, AK, Minor damage. Damage to wing during taxi on ice with skis. Removed wingtip and continued to operate aircraft.
- [Accident 19830704031049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830704031049A), Jul 4, 1983: Cessna 185 (N4010Y), Mound Valley, KS, Substantial damage. Landed on a road to pick up sky divers. Lost control on rollout and ground looped. Struck a tree and a ditch.

All 90: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185/incidents.md

## Service difficulty reports (30)

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

- [SDR 2021FA0000125](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000125), May 5, 2021: SELECTOR VALVE. MISINSTALLED. UPON TAKE-OFF, A CESSNA 185 MADE A LEFT TURN. AT APPROXIMATELY 200 FEET AGL, THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING AND THE AIRCRAFT CRASHED ON A GOLF COURSE. THE PILOT SUF
- [SDR 2020FA0000485](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000485), Nov 1, 2020: FUEL CAP. FAULTED. DUE TO A DESIGN/MANUFACTURING FLAW IN THE HARTWIG AIRCRAFT "MONARCH PREMIUM FUEL CAPS" INSTALLED ON THIS AIRCRAFT THE CAPS WILL NOT SEAL. THIS IS DUE TO INCORRE
- [SDR 2009F00061](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2009F00061), Aug 24, 2009: LANDING GEAR. BROKEN. RT MLG FAILURE AT UPPER AXLE ATTACH BOLT HOLES.
- [SDR CA060928006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060928006), Sep 15, 2006: FERRULE. CORRODED. (CAN) PROP RECEIVED FOR 10 YR. O/H. UPON DISMANTLING DISCOVERED CORROSION DAMAGE TO FERRULE. PART IS U/S (TC NR 20060928006)
- [SDR CA020724009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020724009), Jul 13, 2002: FLOAT. LOOSE. (CAN) WHILE CONDUCTING A ROUTINE VISUAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO COWLING INSTALLATION, A SPACE WAS NOTED BETWEEN BOTH HALVES OF THE CARBURETOR OF APPROX 1/32 INCHES.
- [SDR AUS20010779](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20010779), Jul 23, 2001: STRUCTURE. DAMAGED. (AUS) HORIZONTAL STABILISER TIP DAMAGED.
- [SDR EY2R56492C](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R56492C), Jun 5, 2000: CYLINDER. CORRODED. CYLINDER CORRODED ON INNER SURFACE BEYOND LIMITS.
- [SDR EY2R56492B](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R56492B), Jun 5, 2000: FERRULE. CORRODED. FERRULE CORRODED IN THREADED AREA.
- [SDR EY2R56492A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R56492A), Jun 5, 2000: HUB. CORRODED. HUB CORRODED ON MOUNTING SURFACE BEYOND LIMITS. (X)
- [SDR EY2R56492](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R56492), Jun 5, 2000: NUT. CRACKED. BLADE NUT CRACKED IN THREAD AREA. (X)
- [SDR EY2R56491B](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R56491B), Jun 5, 2000: NUT. CRACKED. BLADE NUT CRACKED IN THREAD AREA. (X)
- [SDR EY2R56491A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R56491A), Jun 5, 2000: BLADE. CRACKED. TWO EACH BLADES CRACKED IN THREAD AREA. (X)
- [SDR EY2R56491](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R56491), Jun 5, 2000: HUB. CRACKED. CRACK FOUND IN NR 2 BLADE SOCKET BETWEEN 6-7 O''''CLOCK, ENGINE SIDE. (X)
- [SDR 99ZZZX2927](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX2927), Jul 3, 1999: SKI. BROKE. FRONT EYE BOLT ATTACH BROKE AT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CAUSING SKI TO PITCH FORWARD DIGGING INTO SNOW.
- [SDR 98ZZZX4057](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4057), Oct 1, 1998: PULLEY BRACKET. BROKEN. PILOT SET ONE NOTCH OF FLAPS FOR TAKEOFF AND STARTED DEPARTURE ROLL. WHEN ACFT LIFTED OFF THE GROUND, IT STARTED A RIGHT ROLL. PILOT COUNTERACTED WITH APPROX HA
- [SDR 98ZZZX3812](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX3812), Sep 28, 1998: BRACKET. BROKEN. PILOT REPORTED A 'POP' WAS HEARD WHEN SELECTING 4TH NOTCH OF FLAPS ON LANDING. POST-FLIGHT INSPECTION WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE SOURCE. AT NEXT TAKEOFF WITH FIRST NO
- [SDR CA970902024](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970902024), Aug 22, 1997: BLADE. OUT OF SPECS. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. THE PROP BLADES AIRFOIL PITCH DISTRIBUTION WAS NOT TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE HUB PILOT TUBE BORE (P/N 4715) WAS 
- [SDR 97ZZZX612](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX612), Jan 1, 1997: CLUTCH. DEFECTIVE. DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION, COULD NOT 'ROCK' PROPELLER. ENGINE WOULD NOT TURN BACKWARD EVEN WITH CONSIDERABLE TORQUE APPLIED. (600 FEET/POUNDS). AFTER REMOVING S
- [SDR CA961230007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA961230007), Dec 16, 1996: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) CRACK FOUND AT THE RADIUS OF THE REAR SPAR WING ROOT FITTING.
- [SDR 96ZZZX2892](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX2892), Apr 30, 1996: BLADE. CORRODED. INSPECTION FOUND CORROSION IN BOTTOM OF BLADE THREADS. SUBMITTER RECOMMENDS REGULAR MAINTENANCE.
- [SDR EY2R9600527](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600527), Apr 1, 1996: RETAIN BEARING. CORRODED. RETAIN BEARING FOUND CORRODED.
- [SDR 96ZZZX1558](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX1558), Mar 1, 1996: TORQUE TUBE. CORRODED. SUBMITTER REPORTS FINDING NUMEROUS RUDDER TORQUE TUBES SEVERLY CORRODED. DIFFICULT, BUT CAN BE SEEN ON INSPECTION.
- [SDR 96ZZZX581](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX581), Jan 4, 1996: BARREL. CRACKED. HYDRAULIC FLUID WAS OBSERVED DRIPPING FROM LEFT GEAR WELL DURING 100-HOUR ANNUAL INSPECTION. OPERATIONAL CHECK OF GEAR FOUND MAIN GEAR ACTUATOR BARREL CRACKED. 
- [SDR 96ZZZX696](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX696), Jan 1, 1996: BRACKET. FAILED. RIGHT FORWARD PULLEY BRACKET ON ROBERTSON EQUIPMENT FLAP CABLE ASSEMBLY FAILED RESULTING IN ASYMMETRICAL FLAP POSITION DURING FLAP EXTENSION. TOTAL TIME, 6,000 
- [SDR 96ZZZX682](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX682), Dec 27, 1995: CAP. DEFECTIVE. FUEL STAINS WERE NOTICED STREAKING AFT FROM THE FILLER CAPS. SMALL AMOUNTS OF WATER WERE ALSO NOTICED WHILE SUMPING FUEL TANKS. INSPECTION REVEALED THE SEALS ON
- [SDR 96ZZZX704](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX704), Nov 1, 1995: BRACKET. FAILED. RIGHT FORWARD PULLEY BRACKET FAILED ON ROBERTSON EQUIPPED FLAP CABLE ASSEMBLY. RESULT - ASYMMETRICAL FLAP POSITION DURING FLAP EXTENSION. AIRFRAME TT, 6,000 PLU
- [SDR 95ZZZX3673](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3673), Jun 9, 1995: PIN. SHEARED. NOTED TRIM WHEEL COULD BE TURNED WITHOUT CHAIN OR SPROCKET MOVEMENT APPROXIMATELY 2 CLICKS OF TENSIONER. DISASSEMBLED WHEEL, SHAFT, AND SPROCKET AND FOUND ROLL 
- [SDR 95ZZZX3004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3004), Jun 5, 1995: CONTROL CABLE. FRAYED. TAILWHEEL STEERING CABLE FRAYED IN AREA CONTACTING PULLEY. APPEARS TO BE 'NORMAL' WEAR. CABLE MUST BE REMOVED TO INSPECT. APPLICABLE TO LATER MODEL 180'S AND AL
- [SDR 95ZZZX3003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3003), Jun 5, 1995: CONTROL CABLE. FRAYED. TAILWHEEL STEERING CABLE FRAYED IN AREA CONTACTING PULLEY. APPEARS TO BE 'NORMAL' WEAR. CABLE MUST BE REMOVED TO INSPECT. APPLICABLE TO LATER MODEL 180'S AND AL
- [SDR 95ZZZX5215](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX5215), Feb 27, 1995: RETAIN ARM. FAILED. LEFT SKI RETAINING ARM BROKE DURING LANDINGS ALLOWING SKI TO ROTATE AND DIG INTO SNOW. AIRCRAFT SWERVED LEFT COMING TO REST ON NOSE CAUSING DAMAGE TO RIGHT WING

## The same model under other registry codes

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

- [Commonwealth 185](https://openairdocs.org/model/commonwealth-185): 62 registered aircraft, registry code 2370608
- [Commonwealth REARWIN 185](https://openairdocs.org/model/commonwealth-rearwin-185): 16 registered aircraft, registry code 2370604
- [Rearwin 185](https://openairdocs.org/model/rearwin-185): 4 registered aircraft, registry code 2370602
- [Commonwealth/Irish 185 SKYRANGER](https://openairdocs.org/model/commonwealth-irish-185-skyranger): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05620QL
- [Infinty 185](https://openairdocs.org/model/infinty-185): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05903NB
- [Cessna/Braunschmidt K 185](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-braunschmidt-k-185): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 2072803

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