# Cessna 185C - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2072808 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 185C - 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: 22 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185c 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 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](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-03-R2) (historical): Seat Tracks · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 212 more. Effective Sep 24, 1990 - [AD 86-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-26-04) (historical): Shoulder Harness Adjuster · Cessna Aircraft Company, The 120, 140, 140A and 134 more. Effective Jan 6, 1987 - [AD 80-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-10-01) (historical): Placard - Airspeed · Fabrication of attaching and rigging parts (Airglas STC SA213AL). Effective May 12, 1980 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (10) - [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 (22) - [N111EZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N111EZ): [Mayes Robert C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAYES%20ROBERT%20C), [Boise, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Boise), built 1964, S/N 1850753 - [N14407](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N14407): [Hanson Rod D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HANSON%20ROD%20D), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 1964, S/N 185-0676 - [N185DL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185DL): [Long Steven W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LONG%20STEVEN%20W), [Sheridan, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Sheridan), built 1964, S/N 1850690 - [N185PT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N185PT): [Hansen Peter N](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HANSEN%20PETER%20N), [Wellington, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Wellington), built 1964, S/N 185-0760 - [N23RG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23RG): [Rogers Ralph R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROGERS%20RALPH%20R), [Winifred, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Winifred), built 1964, S/N 185-0693 - [N2673Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2673Z): [Fiske James K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FISKE%20JAMES%20K), [North Andover, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/North%20Andover), built 1963, S/N 185-0673 - [N2679Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2679Z): [Ronalter John M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RONALTER%20JOHN%20M), [Norristown, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Norristown), built 1963, S/N 185-0679 - [N2691Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2691Z): [Hoppert Barry E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOPPERT%20BARRY%20E), [Merritt Island, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Merritt%20Island), built 1964, S/N 1850691 - [N393M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N393M): [Usda Forest Service Fepp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20FOREST%20SERVICE%20FEPP), [Helena, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Helena), built 1964, S/N 185-0684 - [N48071](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N48071): [Burns Craft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BURNS%20CRAFT%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1964, S/N 185-0705 - [N55AX](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N55AX): [White Drew C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITE%20DREW%20C), [Granbury, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Granbury), built 1964, S/N 185-0723 - [N564C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N564C): [Murray Robert G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MURRAY%20ROBERT%20G), [Eudora, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Eudora), built 1964, S/N 185-0656 - [N5803T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5803T): [D&R Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/D%26R%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Calhoun, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Calhoun), built 1964, S/N 185-0703 - [N5806T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5806T): [Swaz Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SWAZ%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Mesa, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Mesa), built 1964, S/N 185-0706 - [N5811T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5811T): [Zurovski Stephen S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ZUROVSKI%20STEPHEN%20S), [Pueblo, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Pueblo), built 1964, S/N 185-0711 - [N5813T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5813T): [Simmons David J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SIMMONS%20DAVID%20J), [Bedford, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Bedford), built 1964, S/N 185-0713 - [N5815T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5815T): [Young Alexander](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YOUNG%20ALEXANDER), [Petaluma, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Petaluma), S/N 185-0715 - [N5842T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5842T): [Arapaho Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ARAPAHO%20AIR%20LLC), [Walnut Grove, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Walnut%20Grove), built 1964, S/N 185-0742 - [N725](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N725): [Butler Harris K III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BUTLER%20HARRIS%20K%20III), [Towanda, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Towanda), built 1964, S/N 185-0737 - [N878JW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N878JW): built 1964, S/N 185-0689 - [N90PD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N90PD): [Pj Aviation Holding LLC Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PJ%20AVIATION%20HOLDING%20LLC%20TRUSTEE), [Eden Prairie, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Eden%20Prairie), S/N 1850663 - [N99HP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N99HP): [Mckee Eli](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCKEE%20ELI), [Brighton, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Brighton), built 1964, S/N 185-0709 ## STCs approved for it (439, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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. - [STC SA00642SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00642SE): Installation of a Ski Tube compartment extending aft of the baggage compartment. Athena Aircraft, LLC - [STC SA00648SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00648SE): Fabrication of R.M.D. Aircraft Lighting, Inc., wing-tip and landing light Kit No. 00190-C.. Knots 2U Ltd. - [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 SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine All 439: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-185c/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (26) 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 WPR26LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA017), Oct 10, 2025: Cessna 185C (N5806T), Phoenix, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a left crosswind. - [NTSB FTW98LA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA029), Oct 23, 1997: Cessna 185C (N725), Farmington, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's improper preflight of the airplane, by failing to properly set the elevator trim for takeoff, and his improper use use of the elevator flight controls. A related factor was: the pilot's… - [NTSB ANC95TA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95TA102), Jul 12, 1995: Cessna 185C (N725), Bettles, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO PROPERLY JUDGE THE HEIGHT OF THE AIRPLANE ABOVE THE WATER DURING LANDING. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE GLASSY WATER CONDITIONS AND AN EXCESSIVE DESCENT RATE… - [NTSB ANC95LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA051), Apr 30, 1995: Cessna 185 (N111EZ), Ketchikan, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S INADVERTENT WATER LOOP/SWERVE DUE TO THE USE OF IMPROPER LANDING PROCEDURES. - [NTSB SEA94FA164](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94FA164), Jul 5, 1994: Cessna 185C (N5833T), Palouse, WA, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: THE INADVERTENT DISORIENTATION OF THE PILOT AFTER ENTERING INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS. FOG WAS A RELATED FACTOR. - [NTSB SEA88LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA88LA158), Aug 20, 1988: Cessna 185 (N14407), Hillsboro, OR, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN87LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN87LA052), Feb 9, 1987: Cessna 185C (N2691Z), Cedar City, UT, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN86FA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN86FA256), Sep 21, 1986: Cessna 185C (N2674Z), Broomfield, CO, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC85LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC85LA082), May 13, 1985: Cessna C-185 (N5815T), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN85LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN85LA024), Nov 8, 1984: Cessna 185C (N5831T), Williston, ND, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN84LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN84LA098), Feb 23, 1984: Cessna 185C (N2691Z), Spanish Fork, UT, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA79DKT24](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA79DKT24), Dec 22, 1978: Cessna 185 (N2673Z), Key West, FL, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC75DAD02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC75DAD02-138657), Sep 2, 1974: Cessna 185 (N244CB), Craig, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB OAK74DVM30](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK74DVM30), May 27, 1974: Cessna 185C (N2664Z), Watsonville, CA, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC73DNC25](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC73DNC25), Sep 13, 1972: Cessna 185C (N5858T), Skinner, ME, destroyed - [NTSB NYC72AN128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC72AN128), Apr 13, 1972: Cessna 185 (N5854T), Tariffville, CT, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB FTW72AF053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW72AF053), Feb 15, 1972: Cessna 185C (N2659Z), Marksville, LA, destroyed, 3 fatal - [NTSB FTW70F0168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70F0168), Aug 5, 1969: Cessna 185 (N5842T), Delacroix, LA, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA68D0546](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA68D0546), May 18, 1968: Cessna 185 (N5815T), Ft Lauderdale, FL, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI68D0696](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI68D0696), Apr 16, 1968: Cessna 185C (N2674Z), Grafton, WI, incident, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW68D0049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW68D0049), Jul 18, 1967: Cessna 185C (N2679Z), New Iberia, LA, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW67F0617](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW67F0617), May 18, 1967: Cessna 185C (N5831T), Houma, LA, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC67D0582](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC67D0582), Apr 30, 1967: Cessna 185 (N2694Z), Pella, IA, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI67F0322](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI67F0322), Jul 24, 1966: Cessna 182C (N8573T), Ottawa, IL, destroyed - [NTSB FTW66F0547](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW66F0547), Feb 26, 1966: Cessna 185C (N2673Z), Morgan City, LA, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC66F0328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC66F0328), Oct 26, 1965: Cessna 185C (N5806T), Fenton, MO, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (22) 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 20251010014849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251010014849A), Oct 10, 2025: Cessna 185C (N5806T), Deer Valley, AZ, Substantial damage. On 10/10/2025, while performing a touch and go landing at Deer Valley airport (dvt), aircraft [privacy data omitted] experienced a strong cross wind that… - [Incident 20040723020169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040723020169I), Jul 23, 2004: Cessna 185C (N185DL), Newberry, MI, Minor damage. (-23) While making a low approach the pilot inadvertently hit wires. He then landed and discovered he had hit the wires, damaging the spinner. Other minor… - [Accident 19971023030859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971023030859A), Oct 23, 1997: Cessna 185C (N725), Farmington, NM, Substantial damage. Acft nosed over during take off in high wind cond, Farmington, NM (.4)the pilot was on a cross-country flight after purchasing the aircraft the previous day.… - [Accident 19950712018699A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950712018699A), Jul 12, 1995: Cessna 185C (N725), Bettles, AK, Substantial damage. Aircraft made hard landing on glassy water, drove struts into fuselage. (-4)the pilot had performed two previous glassy water landings on the lake. On his… - [Accident 19950430009989A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950430009989A), Apr 30, 1995: Cessna 185 (N111EZ), Ketchikan, AK, Substantial damage. Dug in a wing landing with flat nose pitch. Left float had dug into water. Float plane flipped over. - [Accident 19940705017289A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940705017289A), Jul 5, 1994: Cessna 185C (N5833T), Palouse, WA, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. Departed VFR into near zero IMC heard circling. Vertical impact indicates lost control. Suspect not current. - [Incident 19910809039419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910809039419I), Aug 9, 1991: Cessna 185C (N5811T), Reno, NV, Minor damage. After taxiing to runway pilot applied brakes. Aircraft nosed down and a gust of wind tipped it over. - [Accident 19900512065379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900512065379A), May 12, 1990: Cessna 185C (N2679Z), New Hanover, PA, Substantial damage. Lost directional control on takeoff roll,ground looped. Extensive damage right wing and landing gear. - [Incident 19900317015149I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900317015149I), Mar 17, 1990: Cessna 185C (N2691Z), San Jose, CA. Oil pressure decreasing on climb. Returned. Made dead stick landing on taxiway. Found sensing line dry. - [Accident 19880820037869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880820037869A), Aug 20, 1988: Cessna 185 (N14407), Hillsboro, OR, Substantial damage. Ran fuel tank dry. Switched tanks, unable restart. Hit wires landing. Fuel leak in pressure gauge line. - [Accident 19870209002519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870209002519A), Feb 9, 1987: Cessna 185C (N2691Z), Cedar City, UT, Substantial damage. The wing tip struck a bird. The pilot elected to land on a highway. Aircraft damage from bird and landing. - [Accident 19860921045609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860921045609A), Sep 21, 1986: Cessna 185C (N2674Z), Broomfield, CO, Substantial damage. The aircraft veered on rollout and the right gear collapsed. Left crosswind existing at time of incident. - [Accident 19850513016449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850513016449A), May 13, 1985: Cessna 185C (N5815T), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Landed in a crab and ground looped aircraft. Attributed to lack of recent experience. - [Accident 19841108074379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841108074379A), Nov 8, 1984: Cessna 185 (N5831T), Williston, ND, Substantial damage. Tried takeoff, no clearance with control zone IFR. Would not fly. Water in floats. Aborted, hit bridge piling, sank - [Accident 19840222005409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840222005409A), Feb 22, 1984: Cessna 185C (N2691Z), Spanish Fork, UT, Substantial damage. Ran out of fuel en route. Nosed over during a forced landing in a snow covered field. - [Incident 19800902068229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800902068229I), Sep 2, 1980: Cessna 185C (N5815T), Homer, AK, Minor damage. Pilot preoccupied and lowered wheels then landed in water and flipped over. - [Incident 19800718061479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800718061479I), Jul 18, 1980: Cessna 185 (N55AX), Burlington, VT, Minor damage. Hard landing caused gear to collapse. - [Accident 19781222042759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19781222042759A), Dec 22, 1978: Cessna 185C (N2673Z), FL, Substantial damage - [Incident 19781201021859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19781201021859I), Dec 1, 1978: Cessna 185 (N2673Z), Key West, FL, Minor damage. Pilot failed to extend gear for landing. - [Incident 19780321010049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780321010049I), Mar 21, 1978: Boeing 727 (N725), Austin, TX. Company received bomb threat while flight was en route. Search negative. Couple arrested with suspected narcotic - [Accident 19740902039659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740902039659A), Sep 2, 1974: Cessna 185C (N244CB), Craig, AK, Substantial damage. Soft area on beach. - [Accident 19740527018579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740527018579A), May 27, 1974: Cessna 185C (N2664Z), Watsonville, CA, Substantial damage ## Service difficulty reports (1) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR CA020405002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020405002), Nov 15, 2001: STRUT. CRACKED. (CAN) AS A PRECAUTION DUE TO NOT KNOWING THE HISTORY. THE MAIN LANDING GEAR LEGS WERE SENT FOR MAGNAFLUXING. TWO LONGITUDINAL CRACKS OF ABOUT ONE AND ONE QUARTE --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA and NTSB data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.