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Cessna 320E

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Aircraft model · Fixed wing multi engine · Airplane · registry code 2074514

Manufacturer (registry)
CESSNA
Model
320E
Registry code
2074514
Registered
27 aircraft
Type
Fixed wing multi engine
Engines
2 · Reciprocating
Seats
6
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Cruise speed
183 mph
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDS3A25
Holder
Textron Aviation Inc.

Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

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Aircraft by year built · 69

1966Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 22

ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.

1971In forceSuperseded2026
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Information bulletins that may apply · 8

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Registered aircraft · 27

N10AAPeterson Andrew · Louisville, KYBuilt 1966 · S/N 320E0046N222LTwo Motor Odor LLC · Paris, TXS/N 320E-0053N289VVBooth Emmett W · Waitsburg, WAS/N 320E-0110
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STCs approved for this model · 238

STC SA00040LBInstallation of a modified exhaust tail pipe.Aerospace Welding Minneapolis Inc.STC SA00061LAInstallation of JPI digital tachometer.J P InstrumentsSTC SA00063LAInstallation of Acoustical/Thermal insulation.Luminary Air Group LLC
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NTSB investigations · 38

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 3 cases NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events

In the probable cause, 2008 on

Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings

First occurrence, 1982 to 2007

Of 9 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB CEN21LA391Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 320 · Windthorst, TXA forced landing due to a loss of engine power on the right engine for a reason that could not be determined based on the available evidence.Aug 29, 2021 · N222L · Substantial damageNTSB CEN16FA224Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 320E · Creede, COThe pilot's loss of airplane control during descent following a loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examinations and engine test-runs of both engines revealed no evidence of any mechanical malfunctions or…Jun 15, 2016 · N777GY · DestroyedNTSB CEN13FA039Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 320E · San Marcos, TXThe non-instrument-rated pilot’s decision to takeoff in night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a loss of control.Nov 1, 2012 · N10PM · Substantial damage
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FAA incident reports · 81

Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Incident 20260514007849ICessna 320E · Middlefield, OHThe aircraft main and nose landing gear failed to extend. The pilot landed the aircraft in the grass.May 14, 2026 · N320VC · Minor damageIncident 20240829019379ICessna 320E · Somerset, KYOn August 26, 2024, a Cessna 320E registered as [privacy data omitted] (serial number 320E-0095) was being operated between atlanta, ga and Somerset, KY. During the flight the pilot was attempting to land with the gear up and during the go around, the…Aug 29, 2024 · N3495Q · Minor damageIncident 20230624010759ICessna 320E · Spanish Fork, UTThe pilot stated that after takeoff, while retracting the gear, he heard a bang from the front of the aircraft. With ground observation and an extra 300 (11G) flying in formation, the pilot confirmed the nose gear was not coming down. The pilot tried cycling…Jun 24, 2023 · N3412Q · Minor damage
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Service difficulty reports · 9

SDR 2011FA0000456Motor · failedAIR-CONDITIONING VENT BLOWER MOTOR FAILED INTERNALLY. SHORTED-OUT AND FILLED THE COCKPIT/CABIN WITH SMOKE. REPLACED WITH NEW UNIT. OPS CKD OK.Jun 22, 2011 · N222L · Cessna 320E · Cabin Cooling SystemSDR 2007FA0000772Bolt · shearedAIRCRAFT HAS EXPERIENCED A RT LANDING GEAR FAILURE UPON LANDING. PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT, THE LANDING GEAR HAD BEEN CHECKED DURING THE AIRCRAFT ANNUAL INSPECTION AND FOUND TO BE OUT OF RIG IAW SERVICE MANUAL D508-3-13 STANDARDS. THE AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED A PARTApr 1, 2007 · N3424Q · Cessna 320E · Main Landing GearSDR 2005FA0001252Air Filter · failedACCIDENT INVESTIGATION FOUND RIGHT TURBO CHARGER COMPRESSOR INGESTED PAPER AND JAMMED. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE PAPER WAS THE INSTRUCTIONS AND APPLICATION CHART FOR THE FILTER. A CHECK OF A NEW REPLACEMENT DONALDSON (FAA/PMA FOR CESSNA FILTERS) FILTER REVEJun 21, 2005 · N3438Q · Cessna 320E · Engine Air Intake SystemSDR 97ZZZX1241Push Pull Rod · bentAIRCRAFT WAS ON A PART 91 CROSS-COUNTRY FLIGHT. ON RETURN, THE NOSE GEAR FAILED TO EXTEND. THE AIRCRAFT WAS LANDED AND THE NOSE GEAR COLLAPSED DAMAGING BOTH PROPELLERS, THE NOSE GEAR DOORS, THE NOSE CONE, AND THE PITOT TUBE. THE AIRCRAFT WAS RAISED UP ON THMar 1, 1997 · N3425Q · Cessna 320E · Landing Gear Retraction/Extension SystemSDR 96ZZZX2991Bulkhead · crackedDURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, RT BULKHEAD AT FS 27.25 WAS FOUND CRACKED. THIS AND THE OPPOSITE PART ON THE LT SIDE ARE WHERE THE NLG STEERING CABLES ATTACH VIA STEEL PULLEY BRACKETS. SUBMITTER SUGGESTS MFG EITHER PRODUCE REINFORCEMENT KIT OR STRENGTHEN NEW COMPOApr 17, 1996 · N3439Q · Cessna 320E · Fuselage Main, BulkheadSDR 96ZZZX2988Actuate Rod · bentRIGHT INBOARD FLAP ACTUATING RODS FOUND BENT DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION. PILOT COMPLAINED OF AIRCRAFT ROLLING LEFT WHEN FLAPS DEPLOYED ZERO DEGREES TO 15 DEGREES. AD SEARCH FOUND AIRCRAFT NOT PLACARDED TO 140 MPH FOR FLAP DEPLOYMENT FROM 15 DEGREES TO 35 DEApr 17, 1996 · N3439Q · Cessna 320E · Trailing Edge Flap Control SystemSDR 96ZZZX2987Actuate Rod · bentRIGHT INBOARD FLAP ACTUATING RODS FOUND BENT DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION. PILOT COMPLAINED OF AIRCRAFT ROLLING LEFT WHEN FLAPS DEPLOYED ZERO DEGREES TO 15 DEGREES. AD SEARCH FOUND AIRCRAFT NOT PLACARDED TO 140 MPH FOR FLAP DEPLOYMENT FROM 15 DEGREES TO 35 DEApr 17, 1996 · N3439Q · Cessna 320E · Trailing Edge Flap Control SystemSDR EY2R9600518Retain Bearing · corrodedRETAIN BEARING FOUND CORRODED.Apr 1, 1996 · Cessna 320E · Propeller AssemblySDR EY2R9600517Retain Bearing · corrodedRETAIN BEARING FOUND CORRODED.Apr 1, 1996 · Cessna 320E · Propeller Assembly
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