# Cessna 320B

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 2074508
- Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA
- Model: 320B
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 2 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 6
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 183 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 3A25](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A25) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Textron Aviation Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 21
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-320b

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 2016-17-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-17-08): Elevator Tab Control System · Textron 310, 310A, 310B and 46 more. Effective Sep 12, 2016
- [AD 2014-03-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-03-03): Placards and Markings · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 37 more. Effective Apr 7, 2014
- [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 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 2000-01-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-01-16): Exhaust System · Cessna 320, 320-1, 320A and 28 more. Effective Feb 15, 2000
- [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998
- [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996
- [AD 90-02-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-02-13): Main Landing Gear · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 40 more. Effective Feb 5, 1990
- [AD 87-21-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-21-02-R1): Fuel Filler Openings · Cessna 310D, 310E, 310F and 41 more. Effective Jun 16, 1989
- [AD 76-08-02 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-08-02-R2): Wing Tip Nose Cap · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 41 more. Effective Jan 31, 1983
- [AD 72-14-08 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-14-08-R1): Flexible Hose Assemblies · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 33 more. Effective Sep 4, 1981
- [AD 75-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-11-01): Fuel Lines · Cessna 320, 320-1, 320A and 5 more. Effective Mar 22, 1976
- [AD 73-07-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-07-07): Fuel Hoses & Electrical Wiring Chafing · Cessna 310C, 310D, 310E and 19 more. Effective Apr 6, 1973
- [AD 71-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-09-01): Nacelle Electrical Failures · Cessna 320, 320-1, 320A and 5 more. Effective Apr 23, 1971
- [AD 69-14-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-14-01): Fuel Starvation · Cessna 310G, 310H, 310I and 22 more

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2016-07-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-07-24) (historical): Elevator Tab Control System · Textron 310, 310A, 310B and 46 more. Effective Apr 26, 2016

## Information bulletins (advisory) (7)

- [SAIB CE-13-27R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-27R1): Flight Controls  Frayed Flap Extend Cables. Issued Jan 5, 2022
- [SAIB AIR-21-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-20): TE FLAP CONTROL SYSTEM, Flight Controls –Flap Cable Tension. Issued Dec 16, 2021
- [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018
- [SAIB CE-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-01): Fuel: Fuel Tank Selector Valve Systems. Issued Oct 5, 2009
- [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 ACE-99-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/ACE-99-06): . Issued Nov 17, 1998
- [SAIB ACE-99-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/ACE-99-05): . Issued Nov 17, 1998

## Registered aircraft (21)

- [N103DT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N103DT): [Prescott Stephen I](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRESCOTT%20STEPHEN%20I), [Cornish, ME](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ME/Cornish), S/N 320B0004
- [N22PT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22PT): [Guy Transportation Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GUY%20TRANSPORTATION%20LTD), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1963, S/N 320B0039
- [N299A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N299A): [Overman Robert W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OVERMAN%20ROBERT%20W), [Fairfield, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Fairfield), built 1964, S/N 320B-0057
- [N320DB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N320DB): [Bodian Aakil](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BODIAN%20AAKIL), [Martinez, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Martinez), S/N 320B0015
- [N320H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N320H): [Hartwell John E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARTWELL%20JOHN%20E), [Pleasanton, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Pleasanton), built 1964, S/N 320B0060
- [N320PP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N320PP): [Ipock Brian P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/IPOCK%20BRIAN%20P), [Tulsa, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Tulsa), S/N 320B0018
- [N320RD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N320RD): [Burwell Michael](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BURWELL%20MICHAEL), [W Bloomfield, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/W%20Bloomfield), built 1963, S/N 320B0035
- [N320TJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N320TJ): [Blaylock Arthur S III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLAYLOCK%20ARTHUR%20S%20III), [Pace, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Pace), built 1963, S/N 320B0017
- [N4207N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4207N): [Hoover Brian A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOOVER%20BRIAN%20A), [Warsaw, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Warsaw), built 1964, S/N 320B0047
- [N4500V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4500V): [Bales Philip J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BALES%20PHILIP%20J), [Chandler, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Chandler), built 1964, S/N 320B0053
- [N66552](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N66552): [Janak Jeffrey](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JANAK%20JEFFREY), [Corpus Christi, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Corpus%20Christi), built 1963, S/N 320B0003
- [N810S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N810S): [Lidman Kirby](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LIDMAN%20KIRBY), [Ames, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Ames), built 1964, S/N 320B0062
- [N882GL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N882GL): [Proctor Brian S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PROCTOR%20BRIAN%20S), [Leesburg, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Leesburg), built 1963, S/N 320B0026
- [N9809L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9809L): [Southern Utah University](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20UTAH%20UNIVERSITY), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 320B0009
- [N9812L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9812L): [Greer Resources LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREER%20RESOURCES%20LLC), [Hesperus, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Hesperus), S/N 320B-0012
- [N9816L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9816L): [Tolbert Doug G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TOLBERT%20DOUG%20G), [Idaho Falls, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Idaho%20Falls), built 1963, S/N 320B0016
- [N9825L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9825L): [Sanders Russell G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SANDERS%20RUSSELL%20G), [Bakersfield, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Bakersfield), S/N 320B0025
- [N9831L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9831L): [Crawford Brad C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CRAWFORD%20BRAD%20C), [Hot Springs, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Hot%20Springs), built 1963, S/N 320B0031
- [N9836L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9836L): [Young Robert](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YOUNG%20ROBERT), [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita), built 1964, S/N 320B0036
- [N9844L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9844L): [Dt Equipment Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DT%20EQUIPMENT%20LEASING%20LLC), [Ten Sleep, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Ten%20Sleep), built 1964, S/N 320B0044
- [N9856L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9856L): [Brown Eric](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROWN%20ERIC), [Pioneer, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Pioneer), built 1964, S/N 320B0056

## STCs approved for it (223, first 50)

- [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00063LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00063LA): Installation of Acoustical/Thermal insulation.. Luminary Air Group LLC
- [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 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 SA00251DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00251DE): Installation of a stainless steel heat shield assembly.. Straight Flight Inc
- [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 SA00279NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00279NY): Installation of .250 inch thick replacement windshield.. L P Aero Plastics, 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 SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00405WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00405WI): Installation of starter engagement indication system.. Miller Aviation, Inc
- [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00476DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00476DE): Installation of Aircraft Noise Control (ANC) System.. Quiet Flight LLC
- [STC SA00556DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00556DE): Installation of a left-hand exhaust stack assembly.. Heliarc Welding Service Inc.
- [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 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 SA00729SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00729SE): Installation of twin temperature indicating system with fuel flow in accordance with J.P. Instruments (JPI) Installation manual Report No. 760, Revision -, dated 7/20/99, or later FAA approved revision.. J P Instruments
- [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
- [STC SA00765DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00765DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance  Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC
- [STC SA00804SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00804SE): Installation of an engine failure indicator system, also referred to as a 'low Thrust Detector system.'. Advanced Aero Safety Inc.
- [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00944CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00944CH): Replace Janitrol combustion heater Model 81D94-X (XX) with C&D Associates combustion heater Model CD25K, CD35K, and CD45K. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01085LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01085LA): Installation of the VNS 1000 Voice Navigation System.. VNS Incorporated
- [STC SA01105WI-D (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01105WI-D%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of Bendix/King KMD 550/850 Multi-Function Display System with Optional Traffic, Terrain and Weather Sensors.  This STC also is approved for some single-engine aircraft.  See SA01105WI-D (2 of 2).. Honeywell International Inc.
- [STC SA01118WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01118WI): Installation of the Concorde FLA or VRSLA RG series batteries. Concorde Battery Corporation
- [STC SA01157LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01157LA): Installation of Electronics International Model FP-5 or FP-5L fuel flow/fuel pressure instrument as a replacement instrument.. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA01158WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01158WI): Installation of Aero Enhancements UV250-1 Supplemental Instrument Panel Lightning System.. Aero Enhancements Inc.
- [STC SA01205WI-D (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01205WI-D%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of the KMD 250 Multi-Function Display System with Optional Internal VFR GPS and Optional Traffic and Weather Sensors.. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA01229SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01229SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of GNS 480 (CNX80) GPS WAAS Navigator with integrated VHF Navigation and Communication radios. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA01280CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01280CH): Installation of Challenger Spin-On Oil Filters.(For Cessna 182 model, s/n 67042 and up) (For Cessna 421C model, s/n 1017 thru 1404). D & K Aviation
- [STC SA01370SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01370SE): Installation of BAS, Inc. Shoulder Harness in accordance with BAS, Inc. Drawing List, which includes Installation Instructions, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, listed on FAA AML SA01370SE, dated January 26, 2004, or later FAA approved revision.. BAS Inc
- [STC SA01420WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01420WI): Installation of Garmin GNS 430A / 530A COMM/NAV/GPS Systems.  Data required:  (1)  Scandinavian Avionics Design GmbH Drawing List 2027438-DL-02, Issue 2; or later EASA approved revisions.  (2)   Scandinavian Avionics Design GmbH Approved Aircraft Flight Manual Supplement, Doc. 2027438-AM-02A, Issue 1, and Doc. 2027438-AM-02B, Issue 2, both approved by EASA under approval No. EASA.A.S.01389 dated 07-09-2005, or later EASA approved revision.. Scandinavian Avionics Design GmbH
- [STC SA01436SE (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01436SE%20(1%20OF%202)): Cockpit sunvisor retrofit kit.. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC
- [STC SA01473SE (2 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01473SE%20(2%20OF%205)): Installation of a GTX 32 (mode C), GTX 33 (mode S), or GTX 33D (mode S with diversity) Remote Transponde. Garmin AT Inc.
- [STC SA01487SE (2 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01487SE%20(2%20OF%205)): 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 SA01487SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01487SE-D): Installation of a GDL 69 or GDL 69A XM Satellite Receiver. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA01560WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01560WI-D): Installation of the Honeywell KFD 840 Primary Flight Display System.. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA01692SE  (PAGE 1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01692SE%20%20(PAGE%201%20OF%202)): Installation of a Garmin GMX 200 Multi-Function Display. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA01695SE (2 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01695SE%20(2%20OF%205)): Installation of an antenna. Garmin AT Inc.
- [STC SA01714WI (2 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI%20(2%20OF%202)): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems.. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA01734SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01734SE): Application of Stewart Systems synthetic fabric covering system to aircraft fuselage, wings, tail surfaces, control surfaces and related parts.. Andrew D. Humphrey
- [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of  existing instrument panel lights dimmer control.. TCW Technologies, LLC

All 223: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-320b/stcs.md

## NTSB investigations (23)

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 FTW98LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA245), May 27, 1998: Cessna 320B (N986J), Rockport, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a go around which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors were the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model aircraft, his failure to follow…
- [NTSB SEA94LA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA223), Aug 28, 1994: Cessna 320B (N9833L), Hood River, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to insure that the fuel selector was in the proper position which resulted in fuel starvation.
- [NTSB SEA92LA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA214), Sep 24, 1992: Cessna 320B (N9811L), Lowell, ID, destroyed. Probable cause: RAM INDUCTION AIR STARVATION OF BOTH ENGINES AND INABILITY OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO CLEAR TREES DURING THE FORCED LANDING. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE LOW CEILINGS AND TREES.
- [NTSB MKC88FA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88FA119), Jul 7, 1988: Cessna 320 (N320DB), Atwood, KS, destroyed, 4 fatal
- [NTSB LAX87LA279](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX87LA279), Jul 25, 1987: Cessna 320B (N44RM), Bermuda Dunes, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN85LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN85LA021), Oct 27, 1984: Cessna 320B (N9842L), Glen Canyon, UT, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX84LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX84LA244), Apr 19, 1984: Cessna 320 (N6185Q), Long Beach, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN83LA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN83LA219), Sep 8, 1983: Cessna 320B (N320RD), Mandan, ND, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA81FYP06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA81FYP06), Jan 14, 1981: Cessna 320 (N9831L), Curlew, WA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA76AM010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76AM010), Jul 25, 1975: Cessna 320B (N9854L), Darien, GA, destroyed, 5 fatal
- [NTSB OAK75FVG15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK75FVG15), Aug 17, 1974: Cessna 320B (N9811L), Sacramento, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW73DQG38](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW73DQG38-170357), Apr 1, 1973: Cessna 320B (N9856L), Plainview, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW72DQG40](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW72DQG40), Apr 15, 1972: Cessna 320B (N99004), Plainview, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN72AD040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN72AD040), Mar 10, 1972: Cessna 320B (N9809L), Grants, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX72DVA07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX72DVA07), Aug 2, 1971: Cessna 320B (N9812L), Bakersfield, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW72DQG12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW72DQG12), Aug 2, 1971: Cessna 320B (N99004), Lubbock, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA71FKT26](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA71FKT26), Dec 6, 1970: Cessna 320B (N9832L), Dania, FL, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW70DPJ28](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70DPJ28), Jun 24, 1970: Cessna 320 (N9825L), Lawton, OK, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW70D0137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70D0137), Jul 1, 1969: Cessna 320-B (N9836L), Burnet, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI68F0669](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI68F0669), Mar 4, 1968: Cessna 320B (N810S), Wheeling, IL, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW67D0340](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW67D0340), Nov 29, 1966: Cessna 320B (N9836L), Alief, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC67F0349](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67F0349), Nov 18, 1966: Cessna 320B (N810S), Easton, PA, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN67D0087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN67D0087), Sep 4, 1966: Cessna 320B (N986J), Haswell, CO, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (33)

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 20110217001689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110217001689I), Feb 17, 2011: Cessna 320B (N103DT), Limington, ME, Minor damage. [privacy data omitted] PIC of the aircraft landed gear-up at Limington-Harmon Airport.[privacy data omitted] Stated he was disctrcted.
- [Incident 20071104830779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20071104830779I), Nov 4, 2007: Cessna 320B (N320H), Livermore, CA, Minor damage. (-23) Right main landing gear collapsed during touch down caused by failure of the right main bellcrank assy.
- [Incident 20041028034529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20041028034529I), Oct 28, 2004: Cessna 320B (N22PT), Christiansted, U.S. Virgin Islands, Minor damage. (-23) PIC indicated that on landing and selected down, the right main gear failed to lock in the down pos. Upon several intents, he shut down the right engine…
- [Incident 19990610022099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990610022099I), Jun 10, 1999: Cessna 320B (N9840L), Saint George, UT, Minor damage. On June 10th, 1999 at 1110 am MDT, Mr. Dan howard landed his Cessna 320B, N9840L, at the st. George airport (sgu). Mr howard reported the landing as normal.…
- [Accident 19980527011069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980527011069A), May 27, 1998: Cessna 320B (N986J), Rockport, TX, Substantial damage. Not aligned with runway began go around. Banked left. Wing hit taxiway. 320 veered into parked aircraft.(.4) the twin-engine Cessna 320B airplane impacted two…
- [Incident 19980214001309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980214001309I), Feb 14, 1998: Cessna 320B (N99004), Columbus, MS, Minor damage. Narrative: pilot landed aircraft and the nose gear collapsed during rollout.
- [Incident 19960911032709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960911032709I), Sep 11, 1996: Cessna 320B (N99004), Columbus, MS, Minor damage. Narrative: upon landing the aircraft nose gear would not extend. After several times of cycling the gear through and trying the emergency gear extension with…
- [Incident 19960903025789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960903025789I), Sep 3, 1996: Cessna 320B (N22PT), San Juan, Puerto Rico, Substantial damage. Aircraft main gear collapsed on landing.
- [Incident 19960518015189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960518015189I), May 18, 1996: Cessna 320B (N47WS), Easton, MD, Minor damage. Narrative: Mr. Klakring is part owner of aircraft. He was demonstrating aircraft to potential new partner. They departed on a local VFR flight from the Easton…
- [Incident 19941021045009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941021045009I), Oct 21, 1994: Cessna 320B (N22PT), Fort Smith, AR. ATC lost transponder contact as 320 climbed then turned back. Cleared traffic. 320 landed. Beleive electric failure.
- [Incident 19941019035179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941019035179I), Oct 19, 1994: Cessna 320B (N211RL), Melbourne, FL, Minor damage. While landing at coi severe vibration. Left main gear sheared off. Went around. Diverted to mlb. Landed minus gear.
- [Accident 19940828023979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940828023979A), Aug 28, 1994: Cessna 320B (N9833L), Hood River, OR, Substantial damage. Left engine intermitian and partial power loss. Got below VMC. Cut power. Crashed. Fuel selector not in detente.
- [Accident 19920924038699A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920924038699A), Sep 24, 1992: Cessna 320B (N9811L), Moose Creek, ID, Destroyed. Lost power both engines IFR en route. Struck tree landing on closed usfs strip. Suffered throttle body icing.
- [Incident 19890713038249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890713038249I), Jul 13, 1989: Cessna 320B (N9808L), Los Alamos, NM, Minor damage. Landed gear up. Pilot stated he lowered gear. No horn sounded. All 3 down locks were out of rig.
- [Incident 19890603034629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890603034629I), Jun 3, 1989: Cessna 320B (N47WS), San Antonio, TX. Right engine lost power then quit on approach. Landed safely. Able to restart engine. Suspect vapor lock.
- [Incident 19890222023589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890222023589I), Feb 22, 1989: Cessna 320B (N777QQ), Grand Island, NE, Minor damage. Unable to lock down nose gear, it collapsed on landing. Found bent and broken retraction tube.
- [Accident 19880707025749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880707025749A), Jul 7, 1988: Cessna 320 (N320DB), Atwood, KS, Destroyed, 4 fatal. Flew VFR into a thunderstorm. Cabin fire from lightning strike caused incapacitation,control loss,inflight breakup
- [Incident 19880521030019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880521030019I), May 21, 1988: Cessna 320B (N320RD), Gunnison, CO, Minor damage. Right main gear collapsed on landing rollout. Landing gear possibly out of rig. Minor damage to aircraft.
- [Accident 19870724038289A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870724038289A), Jul 24, 1987: Cessna 320B (N44RM), Bermuda Dunes, CA, Substantial damage. Landed short of runway,shearing off the left main gear on 9 inch runway lip. Failed to check NOTAMS for construction
- [Incident 19861114086889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861114086889I), Nov 14, 1986: Cessna 320B (N47WS), Gainesville, FL, Minor damage. Main gear collapsed during takeoff roll. Aircraft veered off runway. Landing gear rigging out of adjustment.
- [Accident 19841027061709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841027061709A), Oct 27, 1984: Cessna 320B (N9842L), Glen Canyon, UT, Substantial damage. Drifted right of centerline. Crosswind gust caused right main to go off runway. Aborted takeoff, struck fence.
- [Accident 19840905049679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840905049679A), Sep 5, 1984: Cessna 320B (N320RD), Clear Lake, MN, Substantial damage. Loose glove box restricted rear movement of control wheel. Hit tree after liftoff. Subsequently made hard landing.
- [Incident 19840514036919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840514036919I), May 14, 1984: Cessna 320B (N9832L), Ogden, UT, Minor damage. Felt a bump on rotation. Gear retracted normally. Unable to lower nose gear. Nose strut seal had failed.
- [Accident 19840419015269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840419015269A), Apr 19, 1984: Cessna 320B (N6185Q), Long Beach, CA, Substantial damage. Pilot taxied adjacent to taxiway to avoid potholes in taxiway. Nose gear struck rut, collapsed.
- [Accident 19830908056879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830908056879A), Sep 8, 1983: Cessna 320B (N320RD), Mandan, ND, Substantial damage. Torque tube was buckled causing nose wheel to stick in up position. Pilot elected to land with all gears retracted.
- [Incident 19821009065729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19821009065729I), Oct 9, 1982: Cessna 320 (N320HC), Ft Lauderdale, FL, Minor damage. Found mid field taxiway closed, used power to end of runway. Ran off into REIL lights. No aircraft certificates.
- [Incident 19811020082209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19811020082209I), Oct 20, 1981: Cessna 320B (N88LC), Midland, TX, Minor damage. Nose gear problem on takeoff. Nose gear collapsed on landing. Found mechanic had failed to connect nose gear doors.
- [Accident 19810114003379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810114003379A), Jan 14, 1981: Cessna 320 (N9831L), Curlew, WA, Substantial damage. Unable to distinguish confines of runway. Landed on rough ground adjacent to runway. No visual runway markings.
- [Incident 19800217026569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800217026569I), Feb 17, 1980: Cessna 320 (N320H), Denver, CO, Minor damage. Nose gear swung free after main gear was retracted. Nose gear bell crank idle assembly failed.
- [Incident 19780609045119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780609045119I), Jun 9, 1978: Cessna 320 (N9840L), Compton, CA, Minor damage. Pilot unable to get a gear safe light, nose gear collapsed. Nose torque tube linkage had been misrigged.
- [Accident 19750725032549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750725032549A), Jul 25, 1975: Cessna 320B (N9854L), Darien, GA, Destroyed, 4 fatal. Partial recovery of wreckage 7-28-75.one body recovered not identified all other bodies missing.
- [Accident 19740817030829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740817030829A), Aug 17, 1974: Cessna 320B (N9811L), Sacramento, CA, Substantial damage. L uplock torque tube assy support stud failed. Cessna svc ltr 67-22 ncw.
- [Accident 19730401007149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730401007149A), Apr 1, 1973: Cessna 320B (N9856L), Plainview, TX, Substantial damage. Both props,flaps,belly of acft dmgd.

## Service difficulty reports (5)

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

- [SDR 99ZZZX2753](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX2753), Jun 10, 1999: DRAG BRACE. BROKE. DRAG BRACE BROKE AT BOLT HOLES.
- [SDR 97ZZZX178](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX178), Sep 1, 1996: BELLCRANK IDLER. FAILED. UPON LOWERING LANDING GEAR, BELLCRANK IDLER FAILED NOT ALLOWING NOSE GEAR TO EXTEND FULLY AND LOCK IN POSITION. SUSPECT CAUSE DUE TO METAL FATIGUE.
- [SDR 96ZZZX6012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX6012), Sep 1, 1996: BELLCRANK IDLER. FAILED. UPON LOWERING LANDING GEAR, BELLCRANK IDLER FAILED NOT ALLOWING NOSE GEAR TO EXTEND FULLY AND LOCK IN POSITION. SUSPECT CAUSE DUE TO METAL FATIGUE.
- [SDR EY2R9600543](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600543), Apr 1, 1996: CLAMP. CORRODED. CLAMP CORRODED.
- [SDR 95ZZZX5210](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX5210), Aug 30, 1995: INTAKE HOSE. LEAKING. LEFT ENGINE SPUTTERED AND BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH. MANIFOLD PRESSURE TRIED TO CLIMB TO AMBIENT PRESSURE AT IDLE. RIGHT FORWARD INTAKE HOSE WAS LEAKING DUE TO CLAMPS

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