# Cessna 320F - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2074516 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 320F - 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: 12 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-320f 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 2005-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-18-20): "FASTprop" propeller de-icers · Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A(B,K)-8R constant speed propeller (STC SA00718LA or 17 others). Effective Oct 14, 2005 - [AD 2004-25-16 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-25-16-R1): Fuel regulator shutoff valve · Bombardier CL-215-1A10, CL-215-6B11 (CL-215T Variant), CL-215-6B11 (CL-415 Variant) and 64 more. Effective Jun 20, 2005 - [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 2004-21-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-21-05): B-Seires Combustion Heaters · Bombardier CL-215-1A10, CL-215-6B11 (CL-215T Variant), CL-215-6B11 (CL-415 Variant) and 41 more. Effective Nov 19, 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 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 70-03-04 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-03-04-R1): Turbosupercharger Turbine Housing · Cessna 320D, 320E, 320F and 8 more. Effective Mar 28, 1987 - [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) (8) - [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 CE-09-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-16): Landing Gear: Main Landing Gear Torque Tube. Issued Mar 3, 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 (12) - [N21MT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21MT): [Tarrant County College](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TARRANT%20COUNTY%20COLLEGE), [Fort Worth, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fort%20Worth), built 1967, S/N 320F-0017 - [N241AR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N241AR): [Ellison Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ELLISON%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Conroe, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Conroe), built 1967, S/N 320F-0012 - [N320FW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N320FW): [Murrell James F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MURRELL%20JAMES%20F), [Douglas, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Douglas), built 1967, S/N 320F-0018 - [N420WB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N420WB): [Mcgregor Springs Square LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCGREGOR%20SPRINGS%20SQUARE%20LLC), [Mc Gregor, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Mc%20Gregor), S/N 320F-0030 - [N6151Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6151Q): [Nitro Zeus Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NITRO%20ZEUS%20INC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1967, S/N 320F-0001 - [N6156Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6156Q): [Gem State Transportation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GEM%20STATE%20TRANSPORTATION%20INC), [Hamilton, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Hamilton), built 1967, S/N 320F-0006 - [N6184Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6184Q): [Marc Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARC%20INC), [Bolton, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Bolton), built 1968, S/N 320F-0034 - [N6193Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6193Q): [Redstar Air Shows Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REDSTAR%20AIR%20SHOWS%20INC), [Discovery Bay, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Discovery%20Bay), built 1968, S/N 320F-0043 - [N6195Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6195Q): [Sunny Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUNNY%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Kalispell, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Kalispell), built 1968, S/N 320F-0045 - [N720L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N720L): built 1968, S/N 320F-0042 - [N951LE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N951LE): [Chi Walter D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHI%20WALTER%20D), [Aspen, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Aspen), S/N 320F-0029 - [N999BS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N999BS): [Moss Beach, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Moss%20Beach), built 1968, S/N 320F-0041, Sale reported ## STCs approved for it (229, first 50) - [STC SA00040LB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00040LB): Installation of a modified exhaust tail pipe.. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis Inc. - [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 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 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 SA00948CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00948CH): Installation of various de-icer wire harnesses. (E90 modified by STC SA3593NM, F90 modified by STC SA4131NM, B200 modified by STC SA2698NM-S, DHC-6 Series modified by STC SA3532NM). SMR Technologies Inc - [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 SA01210AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01210AT): Installation of Composite Spinner.. TCB Composite Co. - [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 All 229: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-320f/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (18) 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 WPR11LA292](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA292), Jun 21, 2011: Cessna 320F (N6160Q), Phoenix, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The mechanic's failure to properly secure the nose landing gear actuator push-pull tube to the landing gear door hinge clevis, which resulted in the gear jamming and not fully retracting after… - [NTSB CEN11LA307](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA307), Apr 24, 2011: Cessna 320 (N320AZ), Lake Heron, NM, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s controlled flight into terrain while conducting a flight at low altitude in instrument meteorological conditions. - [NTSB NYC98LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC98LA070), Feb 27, 1998: Cessna 320F (N6189Q), Lincoln, ME, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude which resulted in left main landing gear contacting a snowbank during the landing approach. - [NTSB CHI91DEX03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DEX03), Jun 8, 1991: Cessna 320F (N6158Q), Washington, IN, substantial damage. Probable cause: EXCEEDING THE AIRCRAFT'S PROPER DESCENT RATE BY THE PILOT IN COMMAND. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE INOPERATIVE RUNWAY EDGE LIGHTS, PROPER ALIGNMENT NOT ATTAINED, IMPROPERLY PLANNED APPROACH,… - [NTSB DEN82FA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN82FA056), Apr 7, 1982: Cessna 320F (N999LS), Missoula, MT, destroyed, 3 fatal - [NTSB FTW81FQA43](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW81FQA43), Aug 24, 1981: Cessna 320F (N6157Q), Ruidoso, NM, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW80FPG10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW80FPG10), Jan 4, 1980: Cessna 320F (N6195Q), Little Rock, AR, substantial damage - [NTSB IAD79FA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD79FA078), Sep 9, 1979: Cessna 320F (N30CR), Chestertown, MD, substantial damage - [NTSB OAK78DXQ38](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK78DXQ38), Jul 27, 1978: Cessna 320 (N6152Q), Mammoth Lakes, CA, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC78FAA22](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC78FAA22-201225), Jun 21, 1978: Cessna 320F (N35117), Galena, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA76DYI10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA76DYI10), Oct 17, 1975: Cessna 320F (N6163Q), Riley Junction, OR, substantial damage - [NTSB OAK74FVG39](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK74FVG39), Apr 9, 1974: Cessna 320F (N6163Q), Redding, CA, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC73AK035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73AK035), Nov 4, 1972: Cessna 320F (N9900X), Ashland, KS, destroyed, 2 fatal - [NTSB MKC72FCJ52](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC72FCJ52), Mar 16, 1972: Cessna 320F (N720L), Omaha, NE, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC70F0009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC70F0009), May 24, 1969: Cessna 320F (N6152Q), Eden Prairie, MN, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA69D0484](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA69D0484), May 21, 1969: Cessna 320F (N960PX), Ft Lauderdale, FL, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI69I0071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI69I0071), Feb 12, 1969: N.American NA-265 (N999BS), Valparaiso, IN, incident, minor damage - [NTSB MIA69F0184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA69F0184), Aug 9, 1968: Cessna 320 (N6182Q), Pine Mountain, GA, destroyed ## FAA accident and incident reports (29) 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 20190220011369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190220011369I), Feb 20, 2019: Cessna 320F (N320CE), Englewood, CO, Minor damage. On 02/20/2019 N320CE a Cessna 320, nose landing gear collapsed on landing at apa (Centennial Airport). There were two persons onboard and neither sustained any… - [Accident 20110621012349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110621012349A), Jun 21, 2011: Cessna 320F (N6160Q), Phoenix, AZ, Substantial damage. On June 21, 2010 Cessna aircraft N6160Q departed Deer Valley Airport (dvt) at approximately 0924 mountain standard time; 1624Z was substantially damaged when… - [Accident 20110424009159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110424009159A), Apr 24, 2011: Cessna 320F (N320AZ), Heron Lake, NM, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On April 24, 2011, at approximately 1625Z, asw roc was notified of an aircraft crash into Heron Lake, just west of tierra amarilla, NM. Based on radar tracking… - [Incident 20051022026509I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20051022026509I), Oct 22, 2005: Cessna 320F (N1YF), Los Banos, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) On 10/22/2005, at approximately 1830 hours PDT, Cessna 320-F aircraft, N1YF, sustained substantial damage when the propellers struck the runway during… - [Incident 20010701015789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010701015789I), Jul 1, 2001: Cessna 320F (N6184Q), Arkadelphia, AR, Minor damage. (-23) Mr. Berman stated while on downwind for a landing he was interrupted by a radio call and forgot that he had not put the landing gear down. The aircraft… - [Incident 19990301021189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990301021189I), Mar 1, 1999: Cessna 320F (N320CE), Albuquerque, NM, Minor damage. On March 1, 1999, at 17:57 MST, a Cessna 320-F, N320CE, registered to and flown by private pilot c.e. chisolm landed at Albuquerque International Airport in… - [Accident 19980227002249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980227002249A), Feb 27, 1998: Cessna 320F (N6189Q), Lincoln, NE, Substantial damage. Left main geara hit frozen snowbank swerved left. Landed left wing low. Swerved into another snow bank. (-23) aircraft hit frozen snow bank on landing. Unknown… - [Incident 19971030041999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971030041999I), Oct 30, 1997: Cessna 320F (N6152Q), Amarillo, TX, Minor damage. Narrative: the aircraft nose landing gear failed to extend for landing. Aircraft landed on mains and the nose. The bottom of the nose was damaged along with… - [Incident 19970718023769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970718023769I), Jul 18, 1997: Cessna 320F (N111JF), Denver, CO, Substantial damage. Loud noise on gear retraction on climbout. Unable extend same. Landed nose gear up. Bellcrank had failed. - [Incident 19930926042019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930926042019I), Sep 26, 1993: Piper PA23250 (N999BS), Huntington, WV, Minor damage. Power loss on NR1 engine. Forced landing at Huntington. NR4 connecting rod had separated from crankshaft at bearing - [Incident 19911208058999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911208058999I), Dec 8, 1991: Cessna 320F (N6183Q), Santa Monica, CA, Minor damage. Unsafe gear indication on descent. Left main gear collapsed on rollout. Found scissors attach bolt had failed. - [Accident 19910607022349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910607022349A), Jun 7, 1991: Cessna 320F (N6158Q), Washington, IN, Substantial damage. Flew into ground adjacent to unlighted runway. Impact bent both engine mounts and both wings. - [Incident 19901102055179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901102055179I), Nov 2, 1990: Cessna 320F (N6152Q), Fresno, CA, Minor damage. Unable to extend nose gear. Landed nose gear up. Damaged propeller and nose. - [Incident 19900726045679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900726045679I), Jul 26, 1990: Cessna 320F (N6184Q), Carthage, MO, Minor damage. Pilot landed with nose gear not locked down. Push pull rod had failed. - [Incident 19900516028049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900516028049I), May 16, 1990: Cessna 320A (N6172Q), Albany, NY, Minor damage. Unable to lower gear. Landed gear up. Actuating tube assembly in nose gear retract system bent and broken. - [Incident 19881108058619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881108058619I), Nov 8, 1988: Cessna 320 (N6152Q), Fresno, CA, Minor damage. Unable to lower the nose gear. Landed with nose gear up. Minor damage. Found the nose gear actuator bar broken. - [Incident 19870916063829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870916063829I), Sep 16, 1987: Cessna 320F (N21MT), Temecula, CA, Minor damage. Noise heard from the nose with gear retraction. Returned, landed with nose gear partially extended. - [Incident 19870506035799I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870506035799I), May 6, 1987: Cessna 320F (N6190Q), San Jose, CA, Minor damage. Pilot claimed to have raised flaps after touchdown and the gear retracted. No indication gear retracted on its own - [Incident 19851014059929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19851014059929I), Oct 14, 1985: Cessna 320F (N6190Q), San Jose, CA, Minor damage. As pilot attempted to taxi around other aircraft on taxiway, propeller struck taxiway light. - [Accident 19820406070189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820406070189A), Apr 6, 1982: Cessna 320F (N999LS), Missoula, MT, Destroyed, 2 fatal. Low fuel emergency while holding. Indicates pilot put fuel selectors on off by mistake. Struck trees on approach. - [Accident 19810824057429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810824057429A), Aug 24, 1981: Cessna 320F (N6157Q), Ruidoso, NM, Substantial damage. Aircraft hit short of runway during landing causing substantial damage. - [Incident 19810805070079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810805070079I), Aug 5, 1981: Cessna 320F (N21MT), Rancho, CA, Minor damage. Pilot failed to extend landing gear landed gear up. - [Incident 19801002072439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19801002072439I), Oct 2, 1980: Cessna 320F (N6176Q), Greenville, MS, Minor damage. Zn pilot did not get green lights with gear extension and did not try to extend manually. Gear collapsed on landing - [Accident 19800104001609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800104001609A), Jan 4, 1980: Cessna 320F (N6195Q), Little Rock, AR, Substantial damage. Right main gear collapsed on landing roll. No landing gear defects noted. Possible inadvertent retraction on runway. - [Accident 19790909032739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790909032739A), Sep 9, 1979: Cessna 320F (N30CR), Chestertown, MD, Substantial damage. Fire in left engine during climb to cruise. Made gear up landing at airport. Found defect exhaust system. - [Accident 19780727025299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780727025299A), Jul 27, 1978: Cessna 320D (N6152Q), Mammoth Lakes, CA, Substantial damage. Rt gear torque tube pivot arm attach rivets sheared. - [Accident 19780621025509A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780621025509A), Jun 21, 1978: Cessna 320F (N35117), Galena, AK, Substantial damage. Aux tanks empty,5 to 10GAL in each main. AD 69-1-01 cautions agaiopns with low fuel in mains. - [Accident 19751017032969A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19751017032969A), Oct 17, 1975: Cessna 320F (N6163Q), Riley Junction, OR, Substantial damage. Tkof atmtd fm sandy & gravel rwy with 20-25K crosswind. Hit soft spot,swerved. Rwy rutted by trucks. - [Accident 19740409008139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740409008139A), Apr 9, 1974: Cessna 320F (N6163Q), Redding, CA, Substantial damage. Prev oxy bottle of larger diameter install. Nose gr travel restricted,link failed,wouldnt extend. ## Service difficulty reports (5) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 20010413CW003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010413CW003), Feb 20, 2001: BELLCRANK. BROKEN. LEFT NOSE GEAR DOOR ROD ATTACH CLEVIS PIN FELL OUT. UPON RETRACTION OF GEAR, LEFT NOSE DOOR FOULED THE RETRACTORY NOSE GEAR AND JAMMED. GEARBOX CONTINUED PULLIN - [SDR 2000ZZZX264](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2000ZZZX264), Dec 2, 1999: BEAM. CORRODED. IN C/W CESSNA SI MEB 99-10, ULTRASONIC NDT INSPECTION FOUND ENGINE BEAMS AND CANTED BULKHEAD CORRODED BEYOND THE MATERIALS ACCEPTABLE THICKNESS. CAUSE OF CORROS - [SDR 97ZZZX1835](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX1835), Apr 13, 1997: BELLCRANK. FAILED. BELLCRANK FAILED ON TAKEOFF DURING RETRACTION. NOSE GEAR WOULD NOT EXTEND TO LOCKED POSITION. ACCORDING TO AIRCRAFT RECORDS, THE NOSE GEAR FAILED IN THE SAME MA - [SDR EY2R9600567](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600567), May 1, 1996: BLADE. CORRODED. BLADE, SN C40376YS, FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600566](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600566), May 1, 1996: BLADE. CORRODED. BLADE, SN 31158YS, FOUND CORRODED. --- 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.