# Cessna 208A - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2073703 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 208A - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Turbo-prop - Seats: 2 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A37CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A37CE) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Textron Aviation Inc. - Registered aircraft: 1 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-208a 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 97-25-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-25-04): Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) - Limitations - Power Levers · Cessna 208, 208A, 208B and 2 more. Effective Jan 21, 1998 - [AD 90-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-05-04): Engine Mount Ring · Cessna 208, 208A and 208B. Effective Mar 23, 1990 - [AD 90-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-05-01): Bellcrank Assembly · Cessna 208, 208A and 208B. Effective Mar 5, 1990 - [AD 86-22-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-22-06): Wing Fuel Tank Selectors · Cessna 208 and 208A. Effective Nov 7, 1986 ## Registered aircraft (1) - [N86RF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N86RF): [Randigo LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RANDIGO%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1985, S/N 20800033 ## NTSB investigations (4) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB LAX90FA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90FA209), Jun 7, 1990: Cessna 208A (N803FE), Fresno, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: A LOSS OF ENGINE OIL PRESSURE DUE TO IMPROPER MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ON THE ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP BY AN UNKNOWN PERSON. IN ADDITION, THE PILOT MISJUDGED HIS LANDING APPROACH TO THE RUNWAY DURING THE… - [NTSB DEN90FA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90FA068), Feb 28, 1990: Cessna 208A (N820FE), Denver, CO, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: THE ACCUMULATION OF STRUCTURAL ICE AND SUBSEQUENT STALLING OF THE AIRCRAFT. THE ICING CONDITION WAS A RELATED FACTOR. - [NTSB DEN90FA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90FA043), Jan 17, 1990: Cessna 208A (N835FE), Leadville, CO, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: DIVERSION OF THE PILOT'S ATTENTION, RESULTING IN AN IN FLIGHT COLLISION WITH TERRAIN DURING NORMAL CRUISE FLIGHT. - [NTSB LAX88FA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX88FA020), Oct 23, 1987: Cessna 208A (N828FE), Fairfield, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: PILOT'S ENCOUNTER WITH SEVERE TURBULENCE WHICH PRECIPITATED A LOSS OF AIRCRAFT CONTROL. ## FAA accident and incident reports (7) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 19900606018919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900606018919A), Jun 6, 1990: Cessna 208A (N803FE), Fresno, CA, Destroyed. Lost oil and oil pressure. Shut down and feathered. Overran runway downwind oil filler cap improperly installed. - [Accident 19900227002919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900227002919A), Feb 27, 1990: Cessna 208A (N820FE), Denver, CO, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Encountered severe icing on IFR approach. Stalled and spun into residence yard. Ice exceeded deicing capability. - [Accident 19900117000689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900117000689A), Jan 17, 1990: Cessna 208A (N835FE), Leadville, CO, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Struck crest of mountain that may have been obscured by clouds or snowshowers. Had cancelled IFR. Trace marijuana. - [Accident 19871023060669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871023060669A), Oct 23, 1987: Cessna 208A (N828FE), Fairfield, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Called mayday, lost control in area of thunderstorms and severe turbulence. Spiral dived to high speed impact. - [Incident 19861016062629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861016062629I), Oct 16, 1986: Cessna 208A (N808FE), Lubbock, TX. Unable to reduce power. Engine shut down on approach. Safe landing. Throttle linkage nut was too tight. - [Incident 19860320017389I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860320017389I), Mar 20, 1986: Cessna 208A (N814FE), Iron Mountain, MI, Minor damage. During taxi operation in icy area wind blew aircraft into a snowbank. - [Incident 19851206067249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19851206067249I), Dec 6, 1985: Cessna 208A (N823FE), Yakima, WA. Slid off icy taxiway while turning onto runway. Blocked ILS and runway closed until snow blower cleared a path. ## Service difficulty reports (10) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2023F00105](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023F00105), Apr 4, 2023: BOLT. MISSING. LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE ON DEPARTURE CLIMB OUT - [SDR 2022F00436](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022F00436), Oct 28, 2022: AVIONICS UNIT. SHORTED. CREW EXPERIENCE SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT EN ROUTE FROM MKL-ATL AND DIVERTED TO M29 IN CLIFTON, TN. UPON INSPECTION BY MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT T - [SDR FXTA20210505002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FXTA20210505002), Apr 17, 2019: PRESSURE SWITCH. FAILED. LOW FUEL PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON DURING START-UP. SENSOR ON ENGINE HAD FAILED. - [SDR 2017062600138](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017062600138), Jun 26, 2017: DRAG BRACE. FAILED. WHILE PARKING AIRCRAFT, THE LEFT MAIN GEAR DRAG BRACE BROKE AT THE LOWER CIRCULAR BOLT FLANGE TO THE AXLE ASSEMBLE CASTING. - [SDR FVAA2016072000335](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FVAA2016072000335), Jul 15, 2016: MOTOR. SHORTED. DURING APPROACH, THE PILOT DEPLOYED 1 NOTCH OF FLAPS THEN SEVERAL CIRCUIT BREAKERS TRIPPED FOR READING LIGHTS, AIRSPEED WARN, FIRE DETECTION, AND PRIMARY FLAPS. - [SDR HSYA2010020810](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HSYA2010020810), Feb 5, 2010: SHIMMY DAMPENER. FAILED. DURING TAKEOFF ROLL, THE CREW EXPERIENCED A SEVERE NOSE WHEEL SHIMMY AT APPROX 40 KNOTS AND ABORTED TAKEOFF. RETURNED TO THE BLOCKS WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. MX - [SDR HSYA200905293](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HSYA200905293), May 5, 2009: SKIN. CHAFED. BOTH THE LT AND THE RT WING STRUT FAIRINGS CHAFING ON THE FUSELAGE SKIN AFT OF THE LT AND RT WING STRUT LOWER FITTING. DAMAGE WAS SUBMITTED TO MFG FOR REPAIR AP - [SDR MT9A00000023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/MT9A00000023), May 12, 2008: HOUSING. DAMAGED. BRAKE CYLINDER HOUSING WORN AT THE ANCHOR BOLT PASS THROUGH HOLE ALLOWING THE ANCHOR BOLT TO BE PRESSED OUT BY HAND. THIS IS NORMALLY A CLOSE TOLERANCE FIT. THI - [SDR COEA9701833](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COEA9701833), Feb 1, 1997: BULKHEAD. CORRODED. DURING REPLACEMENT OF THE AFT BAGGAGE CURTAIN PN 9910580-1, SEVERE CORROSION WAS FOUND APPROXIMATELY 8 INCHES FROM CABIN FLOOR LEVEL ON THE RIGHT CURTAIN ATTACH - [SDR 97ZZZX804](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX804), Jan 1, 1997: DRIVE ASSY. SHEARED. THE ALTERNATOR BECAME INOPERATIVE. ON INSPECTION OF THE SYSTEM, FOUND THE ALTERNATOR DRIVE PULLEY ASSEMBLY SHAFT SHEARED. THE CAUSE OF FAILURE UNKNOWN. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (75, first 50) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA01657CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01657CH): Installation of Honeywell Bendix/King KGP 560 Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System, KMD 850 Multi-Function Display, and KLN 94 GPS Navigator. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc - [STC SA02532AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02532AT): Installation of subject Michelin tires on appropriate aircraft. For Michelin 5, 6, 8, and 10-inch rim diameter tires on General Aviation Aircraft. Michelin North America Inc - [STC SA03681AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03681AT): Installation of Honeywell KTA 870 Traffic Advisory System (TAS) on all Cessna 208 series aircraft. LB Aircraft Engineering LLC - [STC SA10236SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10236SC): Installation of a GDC 31 Roll Steering Converter. DAC International Inc - [STC SA2526CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2526CE): Installation of a seat for a third occupant. Remove cargo barrier and close-out nets. Remove partition nets (2 each). Install aft single seat assembly. Textron Aviation Inc - [STC SA2135CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2135CE): Increase seating capacity to five places. (208 WITH CARGOMASTER OPTION). Textron Aviation Inc - [STC SA02547AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02547AT): Installation of a Voice Alert System. Aircraft Components Inc - [STC SA00243BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00243BO): 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 SA02042SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02042SE): Fabrication of AeroAcoustics Aircraft Systems (AASI) Aircraft Payload Extender STOL system. AeroAcoustics Aircraft Systems Inc - [STC SA02110CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02110CH): Installation of a Time Trac Data Recorder. P2 Incorporated - [STC SA02293AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02293AK): Installation of FlightLogic Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS-SV). Chelton Flight Systems Inc - [STC SA02359AK-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02359AK-D): Fabrication and installation of F. Atlee dodge Aircraft Services, Cessna Tie-Down clamp. F. Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services, LLC - [STC SA01834CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01834CH): Installation of the High Intensity Discharge Light Assembly Kit. Knots 2U Ltd - [STC SA00518NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00518NY): Installation of modified McCauley Model 3GFR34C703 propeller incorporating a zero latch system. Western Propeller Company - [STC SA02146LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02146LA): Installation of a Ballistic Protection System (BPS). Lifeport, Inc - [STC SA01473SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01473SE): Installation of a GTX 32 (mode C), GTX 33 (mode S), or GTX 33D (mode S with diversity) Remote Transponde. Garmin AT Inc - [STC SA02519NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02519NY): Guardian Mobility Skytrax (Asset Tracking) System to be installed. GMC Guardian Mobility Corporation - [STC SA01205WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01205WI-D): Installation of the KMD 250 Multi-Function Display System with Optional Internal VFR GPS and Optional Traffic and Weather Sensors. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA00196BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00196BO): Installation of Pratt & Whitney Engine Services, Inc. Data Transmission Unit. Pratt & Whitney Engine Services Inc - [STC SA00020NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00020NY): Installation of power analyzer and recorder Part No. SL17067. Aerosonic Corporation - [STC SA00692NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00692NY): Installation of Avionics Specialties, Inc. Power Analyzer and Recorder (PAR) Part No. SL17082. Aerosonic Corporation - [STC SA628NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA628NE): Installation of a Teledyne Avionics Power Analyzer & Recorder No. SL17024. Aerosonic Corporation - [STC SA01439WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01439WI): Installation of MT-Propeller Model MTV-16-1-E-C-F-R(P)/CFR250-55 reversing and full feathering 4-blade constant speed propeller. MT- Propeller Entwicklung GmbH - [STC SA01695SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01695SE): Installation of an antenna. Garmin AT Inc - [STC SA01170NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01170NY): Installation of NPX138N-XXX FM Transceiver. Northern Airborne Technology Ltd - [STC ST01468CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01468CH): Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller deicer models. SMR Technologies - [STC SA83CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA83CH): Installation of a Shadin engine trend monitor system. Shadin Avionics - [STC SA00171BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00171BO): Installation of Pratt & Whitney Engine Services, Inc. Aircraft Data Acquisition System ADAS+, P/N ADAS-K-010. Pratt & Whitney Engine Services Inc - [STC SA00812NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00812NY): Installation of Technisonic Industries Limited TFM-138, A, and B (does not include TFM-138, s/n 1540 and up, TFM-138B, s/n 1500 and up). Technisonic Industries Limited - [STC SA01487SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01487SE): Installation of a GDL 69 or GDL 69A XM Satellite Receiver in accordance with Garmin Supplemental Type Certificate Master Data List, P/N 005-C0217-00, Revision A, dated December 20, 2004, or later FAA approved revision. Garmin AT Inc - [STC SA02168CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02168CH): Installation of a McCauley Propeller Systems 4HFR34C775/96MGA-0 four-blade propeller. McCauley Propeller Systems - [STC SA01951NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01951NY-D): Installation of Wulfsberg P-2000 and/or C-2000-RT-2000 transceiver system. Wulfsberg Electronics Division - [STC SA01128NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01128NY-D): Installation of Satellite Tracking Beacon. Optec Inc - [STC SA00161BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00161BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation FlightMax 700-00007-( ) EX500 Multi-Function Display. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA02217AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02217AK): Installation of Garmin AT Model GDL90 UAT Data Link System, in accordance with Garmin AT, Inc., GDL 90 UAT Master Data List, P/N 560-0278-01, Revision A, dated November 12, 2004, or later FAA approved revision. Garmin AT Inc - [STC SA02655AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02655AT): Installation of JAARS Model F5K Automatic Flight Following System (AFFS) in Helio H-295 type aircraft. JAARS Inc - [STC SA01296SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01296SE): Installation of a fuel condition lever low-idle lock assembly in accordance with Callahan Aircraft Services Drawing 7610-04, Revision A, Sheets 1-7, dated September 19, 2003, or later FAA approved revision. Installation, operation, and maintenance must be in accordance with Empire Airlines STC Control Document 7610-1, Revision A, dated September 19, 2003, or later FAA approved revision. Empire Airlines Inc - [STC ST02547AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02547AT): Installation of a voice alert system. Aircraft Components Inc - [STC SA01159SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01159SE): Installation of Eros MF10-04-07 quick donning full face oxygen masks. Empire Airlines Inc - [STC SA00970CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00970CH): Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller de-icer models. SMR Technologies - [STC SA02182AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02182AK): Installation of Honeywell KGP 560 Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS). Aero Twin, Inc - [STC ST01117LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01117LA): Installation of Teledyne Battery Products Model G-6381ES sealed lead-acid aircraft storage battery. Teledyne Battery Products - [STC SA02165AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02165AK): Installation of ARNAV Systems, Inc., MFD 5200 CDU, p/n 453-2550; MFD 5115 RPU, P/N 453-2530-08, DR-100 Receiver, P/N 453-0160; and EMM 35 Engine Trend Monitor, P/N 453-5030. Arnav Systems Inc - [STC SA00649NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00649NY): Installation of Bendix/King CAS66A TCAS I. Kitchener Aero Avionics Ltd - [STC SA00704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00704SE): Replacement of certain BF Goodrich pneumatic deicer boots. SMR Technologies - [STC SA01086NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01086NY): Installation of Kehler Model 6000 and 6100 Wheel Skis. Meler & Company Incorporated - [STC SA02126AK-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02126AK-D): Fabrication and installation of Aero Twin brake disk spacer kit. Aero Twin Inc All 75: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-208a/stcs.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.