# Cessna 185B - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2072806 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 185B - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Engines: 1 - Seats: 6 - Data sheet: TCDS 3A24 - Registered aircraft: 14 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185b ## ADs that may apply - [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 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 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 86-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-24-07): Engine Controls Installation · Cessna 150C, 150D, 150E and 142 more. Effective Jan 7, 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 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, AD 86-26-04, AD 80-10-01 ## NTSB investigations (26, newest 10) 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 ANC13CA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC13CA028), Mar 5, 2013: Cessna 185B (N2550Z), Flat, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusting, variable wind conditions during initial climb after takeoff. - [NTSB CHI02LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA235), Aug 4, 2002: Cessna 185B (N11LP), Brainerd, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's evasive maneuver to avoid obstacle clearance, resulting in a premature lift off with inadequate airspeed followed by a stall. The presence of the boat was a factor. - [NTSB DEN00LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN00LA103), Jun 6, 2000: Cessna 185B (N185RL), Moab, UT, destroyed. Probable cause: The fire in the engine compartment for unknown reason. - [NTSB CHI98FA356](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98FA356), Sep 1, 1998: Cessna 185B (N100TS), Seymour Twp., WI, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: the pilots of both airplanes not maintaining visual separation from the other airplane. - [NTSB ANC91LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA002), Oct 7, 1990: Cessna 185B (N2525Z), Koyuktolik, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO PROPERLY EXECUTE A STABILIZED APPROACH TO THE FIRST 1/3 OF THE RUNWAY. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE EXCESSIVE AIRPSEED MAINTAINED DURING THE APPROACH AND LANDING. - [NTSB ANC90LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA145), Aug 15, 1990: Cessna 185B (N2550Z), Mcgrath, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE LEFT INSIDE WHEEL BEARING, FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. - [NTSB NYC83LA247](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC83LA247), Sep 18, 1983: Cessna 185B (N11LP), Orange, MA, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI78DEP57](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI78DEP57), Aug 19, 1978: Cessna 185 (N2638Z), Juneau, WI, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC77FA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC77FA083), Sep 2, 1977: Cessna 185 (N2563Z), Minto Lake, AK, minor damage, 3 fatal - [NTSB ANC76DAG91](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC76DAG91), Jan 26, 1976: Cessna 185 (N2550Z), Nondalton, AK, substantial damage All 26: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185b/ntsb ## FAA accident and incident reports (23, newest 10) 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 20150817015059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150817015059I), Aug 17, 2015: Cessna 185B (N2554Z), Anchorage, AK, No damage. Aircraft ran out of fuel and airman landed on the highway. - [Incident 20150517007419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150517007419I), May 17, 2015: Cessna 185B (N2532Z), Fairbanks, AK, No damage. FAA form 8020-9 (acft was taxiing and hit a taxiway light and broke it between intersection b and RWY20L). After further investigation, the taxi light was not… - [Accident 20130305003269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130305003269A), Mar 5, 2013: Cessna 185B (N2550Z), Iditarod, AK, Substantial damage. The airman over flew the Airstrip prior to landing, stayed on the ground for at least an hour and evaluated the Airstrip conditions and squirrely winds. Prior… - [Accident 20020804020019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020804020019A), Aug 4, 2002: Cessna 185B (N11LP), Brainerd, MN, No damage. (-23) Aircraft tookoff gull lake Brainerd, NM. Pilot reported approximately 100 feet up aircraft lost 50% power. Pilot made left turn to land back on lake… - [Accident 20000606006139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000606006139A), Jun 6, 2000: Cessna 185B (N185RL), Moab, UT, No damage. (-23) On Tuesday, June 6, 2000 at approximately 0800 MDT Cessna 185 N185RL, piloted by scott e. chew, holder of FAA pilot certificate #523135832 aborted his… - [Accident 19980831022442A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980831022442A), Aug 31, 1998: Cessna 185B (N100TS), Eau Claire, WI, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On August 31, 1998, at 1946 central daylight time, a Cessna 310R, N5056J, piloted by a commercial pilot, and operated as night chase cargo flight 303 under 14… - [Incident 19911104055199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911104055199I), Nov 4, 1991: Cessna 185B (N2564Z), Fort Yukon, AK, Minor damage. 8 Or 9 inches of propeller tip separated while in level flight. Forced landing in field. - [Accident 19901006044169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901006044169A), Oct 6, 1990: Cessna 185B (N2525Z), Koyukuk, AK, Substantial damage. Landed long and fast. Unable to stop on short strip. Ground looped and caused aircraft to roll over several times. - [Accident 19900814035759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900814035759A), Aug 14, 1990: Cessna 185B (N2550Z), Mcgrath, AK, Substantial damage. Left wheel locked up on landing. Caused a ground loop. Wheel bearing fractured. Wheels installed by pilot. - [Accident 19830918049349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830918049349A), Sep 18, 1983: Cessna 185B (N11LP), Orange, MA, Substantial damage. Nosed over during a wheel landing. No brake defects reported. All 23: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185b/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 14, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185b/aircraft - ads: 31, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185b/ads - incidents: 23, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185b/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.