# Cessna 551 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2076605 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 551 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 2 · Turbo-fan - Seats: 8 - Weight class: 12,500 to 19,999 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A27CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A27CE) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Textron Aviation Inc. - Registered aircraft: 34 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-551 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 2025-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-07-01): Air Data Computer · Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (Arrow STC SR09595RC or ST01523WI). Effective May 15, 2025 - [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 2015-17-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-17-12): Air conditioning · Freon air conditioning system (Textron STC SA3849SW or 3 others). Effective Sep 29, 2015 - [AD 2013-09-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-09-11): Air Conditioning · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 5 more. Effective Jul 5, 2013 - [AD 2006-16-18 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-16-18-R1): Installing a warning placard on the TAWS/RMI · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 100 more. Effective Jul 18, 2008 - [AD 2007-11-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-11-17): Wires for the positive and negative terminal studs of the engine and/or auxiliary power unit (APU) fire extinguishing bottles. · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 5 more. Effective Jul 6, 2007 - [AD 2006-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-06-03): Airplane flight manual (AFM) · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 3 more. Effective Apr 20, 2006 - [AD 2004-08-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-08-15): TAWS8000 terrain awareness warning systems (TAWS) · Cessna 421, 500, 501 and 18 more. Effective Jun 7, 2004 - [AD 2004-09-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-09-05): Brake Stator Disks · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 1 more. Effective Jun 2, 2004 - [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [AD 2001-22-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-22-14): Fire Extinguishing System Bottle Cartridges · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 105 more. Effective Dec 10, 2001 - [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 98-04-38](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-04-38): AFM - Limitations Section - Icing · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 2 more. Effective Mar 25, 1998 - [AD 93-05-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-05-15): Thrust Reverser Throttle Load Limiter · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 4 more. Effective Apr 23, 1993 - [AD 90-07-10 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-07-10-R1): Air Conditioning System · Cessna 550, 551 and S550 with STC SA2698SW. Effective May 29, 1990 - [AD 90-06-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-06-13): Vertical Gyro · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 14 more. Effective Mar 30, 1990 - [AD 89-16-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-16-10): Fuel Flow Transmitter · Cessna 550 and 551. Effective Sep 7, 1989 - [AD 80-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-09-09): Dual Flight Director Installation · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 1 more. Effective May 12, 1980 - [AD 79-12-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-12-06): Upper & Lower Spar Cap Stems · Cessna 500, 501, 550 and 1 more. Effective Apr 10, 1980 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (4) - [SAIB AIR-21-15R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-15R1): Navigation System. Issued Sep 16, 2021 - [SAIB AIR-21-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-15) (historical): Navigation System. Issued Aug 26, 2021 - [SAIB NM-14-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-14-08): Fuselage: Aerodynamic Fairings. Issued Jan 23, 2014 - [SAIB NM-10-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-10-13): Navigation: Flight Management System. Issued Jan 7, 2010 ## Registered aircraft (34) - [N102DR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N102DR): [Cloud 9 LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLOUD%209%20LLC), [Lafayette, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Lafayette), built 1982, S/N 551-0436 - [N111GJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N111GJ): [Malik Hassan](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MALIK%20HASSAN), [Richfield, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Richfield), built 1980, S/N 5510187 - [N1252D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1252D): [Aeroelite Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AEROELITE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Columbia, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Columbia), built 1983, S/N 551-0476 - [N14RM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N14RM): [29foxtrot LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/29FOXTROT%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1980, S/N 551-0169 - [N16TS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N16TS): [Cypress Aircraft Sales LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CYPRESS%20AIRCRAFT%20SALES%20LLC), [Clemont, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Clemont), S/N 550-0030 - [N26HG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26HG): [Nion LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NION%20LLC), [New Century, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/New%20Century), built 1989, S/N 551-0614 - [N322MA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N322MA): [N322ma LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N322MA%20LLC), [Reno, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Reno), built 1982, S/N 551-0378 - [N40EP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N40EP): [Intrepid Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTREPID%20AIR%20LLC), [Las Vegas, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Las%20Vegas), built 1989, S/N 5510617 - [N43BE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N43BE): [Computer Service Professionals Inc DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COMPUTER%20SERVICE%20PROFESSIONALS%20INC%20DBA), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1979, S/N 551-0149 - [N451DA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N451DA): [Brown Lawson M II DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROWN%20LAWSON%20M%20II%20DBA), [San Diego, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Diego), built 1979, S/N 5510141 - [N513WT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N513WT): [L L Express LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/L%20L%20EXPRESS%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1987, S/N 551-0556 - [N518MV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N518MV): [Azalea Connection LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AZALEA%20CONNECTION%20LLC), [Columbus, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Columbus), built 1981, S/N 551-0046 - [N551GE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551GE): [Nw Miles Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NW%20MILES%20AIR%20LLC), [Tualatin, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Tualatin), built 1980, S/N 551-0181 - [N551GF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551GF): [J M Malone & Son Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/J%20M%20MALONE%20%26%20SON%20INC), [Carlisle, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Carlisle), built 1981, S/N 551-0039 - [N551HH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551HH): [Gem Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GEM%20AIR%20LLC), [Bakersfield, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Bakersfield), built 1978, S/N 551-0071 - [N551JK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551JK): [Jk Aircraft Options LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JK%20AIRCRAFT%20OPTIONS%20LLC), [Aripeka, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Aripeka), S/N 551-0031 - [N551LS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551LS): [Mixed Wing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MIXED%20WING%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1981, S/N 551-0369 - [N551MW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551MW): [Hotzler Terry A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOTZLER%20TERRY%20A), [Windom, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Windom), built 1979, S/N 5510132 - [N551NC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551NC): [Nion LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NION%20LLC), [New Century, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/New%20Century), built 1950, S/N 5510171 - [N551SJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551SJ): [Fav Tailwind LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FAV%20TAILWIND%20LLC), [Arroyo Grande, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Arroyo%20Grande), built 1980, S/N 5510205 - [N551TG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N551TG): [Lake Vista Aeronautics LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAKE%20VISTA%20AERONAUTICS%20LLC), [Lewes, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Lewes), built 1988, S/N 551-0591 - [N555RT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N555RT): [Sct Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCT%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Fort Lauderdale, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Lauderdale), built 1981, S/N 5510323 - [N568PC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N568PC): [W Carl Reynolds Pc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/W%20CARL%20REYNOLDS%20PC), [Macon, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Macon), built 1984, S/N 551-0500 - [N591FP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N591FP): [Jk Aircraft Options LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JK%20AIRCRAFT%20OPTIONS%20LLC), [Aripeka, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Aripeka), built 1981, S/N 551-0304 - [N59GB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N59GB): [Th Leasing Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TH%20LEASING%20CORP), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1982, S/N 551-0060 - [N5TR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5TR): [N535j LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N535J%20LLC), [Bismarck, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Bismarck), built 1981, S/N 551-0351 - [N612VR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N612VR): [Worldwide Option LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WORLDWIDE%20OPTION%20LLC), [Lewes, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Lewes), built 1979, S/N 551-0026 - [N614CP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N614CP): [International Aircraft Marketing & Sales LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIRCRAFT%20MARKETING%20%26%20SALES%20LLC), [Sarasota, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Sarasota), built 1978, S/N 551-0027 - [N689EW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N689EW): [Tvpx Aircraft Solutions Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TVPX%20AIRCRAFT%20SOLUTIONS%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [North Salt Lake, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/North%20Salt%20Lake), built 1982, S/N 5510421 - [N71KG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N71KG): [Farwell Flash Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARWELL%20FLASH%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Farwell, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Farwell), built 1980, S/N 551-0214 - [N811VG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N811VG): [Two Oceans 555 LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TWO%20OCEANS%20555%20LLC), [Fort Myers, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Myers), built 1979, S/N 5510017 - [N826RT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N826RT): [Hunter Resources LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUNTER%20RESOURCES%20LLC), [Bossier City, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Bossier%20City), built 1981, S/N 551-0056 - [N89TJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N89TJ): [Skywerx Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYWERX%20AVIATION%20INC), [Blair, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Blair), built 1981, S/N 551-0035 - [N922EH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N922EH): [Wolf Rock Industries Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOLF%20ROCK%20INDUSTRIES%20INC), [Huntington Beach, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Huntington%20Beach), built 1979, S/N 551-0122 ## NTSB investigations (8) 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 ERA26LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA136), Mar 4, 2026: Cessna 551 (N228MH), Opa-locka, FL, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN21LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA071), Dec 2, 2020: Cessna 551 (N48DK), Lufkin, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to land on a runway that did not provide enough length to stop the airplane given the wet surface conditions, resulting in a runway excursion. - [NTSB CEN09LA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA281), May 5, 2009: Cessna 551 (N740JB), Stillwater, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's loss of control for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB SEA08LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08LA041), Dec 3, 2007: Cessna 551 (N551GF), Coeur d'Alene, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing roll out. Contributing to the accident was the slush contaminated runway and the crosswind weather conditions. - [NTSB CHI05LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05LA050), Jan 1, 2005: Cessna 551 (N35403), Ainsworth, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's decision to continue below the minimum descent altitude (MDA) and his failure to fly the published missed-approach procedure. A factor to the accident was the pilot's improper use of… - [NTSB CHI02LA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA115), Apr 1, 2002: Cessna 551 (N502CL), Lake in Hills, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The deer on the runway. - [NTSB ATL00FA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL00FA017), Dec 22, 1999: Cessna 551 (N1218S), Cordele, GA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to follow the published missed approach procedures, and to maintain proper altitude. Factors contributing to the severity of the accident were the low ceilings and trees. - [NTSB FTW98LA416](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA416), Sep 28, 1998: Cessna 551 (N59GB), Pueblo, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's delayed flare, improper recovery from a bounced landing, and failure to maintain directional control. A factor was the rough uneven terrain. ## FAA accident and incident reports (15) 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 20260304001689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260304001689A), Mar 4, 2026: Cessna 551 (N228MH), Opa Locka, FL, Substantial damage. At 2138, [privacy data omitted] was on an IFR approach to rwy 9L and stated they were going missed due to a faulty gear indication. [privacy data omitted] Came… - [Incident 20230124002609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230124002609I), Jan 24, 2023: Cessna 551 (N1252D), Joplin, MO, Minor damage. The pilot initiated an immediate left turn on the ramp to taxi to active runway at kjln. The pilot applied left brake and the aircraft did not respond. The… - [Accident 20201202021719A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20201202021719A), Dec 2, 2020: Cessna 551 (N48DK), Lufkin, TX, Substantial damage. The pilot stated he touched down at the 1000 foot mark on runway 16 at lfk. The pilot applied brakes to slow the aircraft three times. Each time the pilot… - [Incident 20160602024559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160602024559I), Jun 2, 2016: Cessna 550 (N111GJ), No damage. Aircraft was on approximately one mile final to sdl rwy 21 when the pilot reported they had an electrical failure. The gear indicator lights were extinguished… - [Accident 20090505008649A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090505008649A), May 5, 2009: Cessna 551 (N740JB), Stillwater, OK, Substantial damage. (-23) The pilot stated the autopilot in the "on" position and functioning when he leveled off at 16,000 feet in IMC conditions. He started updating his… - [Accident 20071202828479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20071202828479A), Dec 2, 2007: Cessna 551 (N551GF), Coeur D'Alene, ID, Substantial damage. (-23) N551GF was cleared for the ILS runway 5 at coe. Upon acceptance of the clearance N551GF advised that he would be circling for runway 23 at coe. The pilot… - [Accident 20050101002119A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050101002119A), Jan 1, 2005: Cessna 551 (N35403), Ainsworth, NE, Substantial damage. (-23) Approximately 1110 local denver center cleared Cessna CE-551, N35403 for the approach to the Ainsworth, Nebraska airport. The reported weather at the… - [Incident 20040413007959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040413007959I), Apr 13, 2004: Cessna 441 (N42MJ), Philadelphia, PA, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft landed at Northeast Philadelphia (pne) on a ILS to runway 24. The weather at the time of the incident was 200 ovc & 1/2 mile vis, rain with a… - [Incident 20031107033119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031107033119I), Nov 7, 2003: Cessna 551 (N59GB), Phoenix, AZ, Minor damage. (-23) This was described as a familiarization flight conducted by Mr. Stephenson for Mr. Hagel. At the time of the incident Mr. Hagel was manipulating the… - [Accident 20020401010199A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020401010199A), Apr 1, 2002: Cessna 551 (N502CL), Lake In The Hil, IL, Substantial damage. (.19) On April 1, 2002, at 0515 central standard time, a Cessna 551, N502CL, piloted by an airline transport pilot, sustained substantial damage when it struck… - [Accident 19991222040369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991222040369A), Dec 22, 1999: Cessna 551 (N1218S), Cordele, GA, No damage, 1 fatal. (-23) After a morning of business meetings, pilot departed dallas love-3159N/083462-CKF. Jax ARTCC cleared N1218S for localizer 10 approach to ckf @ 0219Z.… - [Accident 19980928034789A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980928034789A), Sep 28, 1998: Cessna 551 (N59GB), Pueblo, CO, Substantial damage. The pilot stated that it was a normal touch down, two mains touched down first smooth, pushed nose forward when front end started to veer and then oscillate up… - [Incident 19970626019089I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970626019089I), Jun 26, 1997: Cessna 551 (N14RM), Las Vegas, NV. Landed on closed under construction runway. Due confusion between pilot and ATC. - [Incident 19830803052239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830803052239I), Aug 3, 1983: Cessna 550 (N1218S), San Antonio, TX. Left engine failed on climb to cruise. No restart. Found metal in oil. Indication of bevel gear tower shaft failure - [Incident 19800520053539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800520053539I), May 20, 1980: Cessna 501 (N1HA), Columbia, SC, Minor damage. Encountered lightening strike during descent. Safe landing made. ## Service difficulty reports (9) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2026FA0000640](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000640), Aug 14, 2026: ENGINE. BIRD INGESTION. MASTER WARNING FOLLOWED BY LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE. ENGINE SHUT DOWN AND RETURNED TO KCCO. DISCOVERED BIRD STRIKE AND BENT FAN BLADES AFTER LANDING - [SDR 2010FA0001270](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0001270), Dec 16, 2010: SEAT BACK. BROKEN. UPPER SEAT BASE ASSY CRACKED AT CHAIR BACK ATTACH POINTS. STRESS ON CHAIR BACK AND METAL FATIGUE PROBABLE CAUSE. PREVIOUS INAPPROPRIATE REPAIR. CHAIR WAS REPAIR - [SDR CNQ8918CA](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CNQ8918CA), Nov 19, 2009: SPAR. DAMAGED. DURING INSP, FOUND SEVERAL HOLES DRILLED IN THE FD WING CARRY-THRU SPAR. HOLES APPEAR TO HAVE BEEN DRILLED DURING AN INTERIOR INSTALLATION. MFG HAS DEEMED THE S - [SDR 2008FA0000432](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000432), Jun 2, 2008: DOWNLOCK SWITCH. INOPERATIVE. RT MAIN GEAR GREEN INDICATOR DID NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN GEAR EXTENDED GOING INTO LAND. CYCLED GEAR AND GREEN INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINED OUT. AC LANDED WITHOUT INCIDE - [SDR 2006FA0000988](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000988), Sep 7, 2006: BRAKE ASSY. BROKEN. DURING TAXI ON RAMP, LT BRAKE LOCKED UP (AIRCRAFT WAS MOVING AT A VERY LOW RATE OF SPEED). AFTER REMOVAL OF LT WHEEL, FOUND 1 STATOR BROKEN IN HALF, DROPPING DO - [SDR 2004FA0000674](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000674), Jul 19, 2004: WIRE. DAMAGED. WHILE PERFORMING, SB550-28-14, THE FUEL BOOST PUMP WIRING INSIDE THE LT AND RT WING TANKS WAS FOUND TO HAVE RUBBED HOLES IN THE FUEL TRANSFER LINES INSIDE THE T - [SDR 2003FA0000178](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000178), Jan 22, 2003: MECHANISM. BROKEN. CREW WAS UNABLE TO OPEN THE CABIN DOOR FROM INSIDE. LINE CREW HAD TO USE EXTERNAL HANDLE TO OPEN CABIN DOOR. THE PROBLEM WAS THE INNER DOOR RELEASE LOWER TRIGGE - [SDR 20000720SH027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000720SH027), Jul 7, 2000: HYDRAULIC LINE. LEAKING. THE LT MLG PRESSURE LINE RUNNING JUST OVER THE FLIGHT CONTROL CABLES IN THE TAIL CONE SECTION OF THE A/C WAS BEAT DOWN INTO THE PATH OF ONE OF THE CABLES. AFTER - [SDR 95ZZZX6048](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX6048), Oct 19, 1995: CABLES. FRAYED. FOUND FLAP FOLLOW-UP CABLE, ELEVATOR CABLE, AND AILERON CABLE AT CONTROL LOCK ASSY FRAYED WITH 4 BROKEN STRAINS. FOUND RUDDER CABLES UNDER PILOTS FLOORBOARDS FR ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (157, 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 SA12345IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12345IB): Replacement of the Halon Type 1211 portable fire extinguisher with the Halotron BrX portable fire extinguisher. Cessna Duesseldorf Citation Service Center GmbH - [STC SA2622NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2622NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101). Precise Flight Inc - [STC SA02017WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02017WI): The Installation of the Parker-Meggitt iPRESS™ System. 3S Certification LLC - [STC SA11158SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11158SC): Demonstration of aircraft tolerance to potential electromagnetic interference from certain Transmitting Potable Electronic Devices (T-PEDS). Liberty Partners Inc - [STC SA09887AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09887AC): Installation of an Avionica MK-III mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) and optional 4G or LTE Avionica Cellular Module (avCM. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC SA04051CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04051CH): Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders. CMD Flight Solutions LLC - [STC ST02432LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02432LA): Installation of Dual Garmin GTN 6XX/7XX Series Global Navigation System with Structural Antenna and WAAS approval; Garmin GMA 35 Audio Panel; Dual Garmin GTX 33 Mode S Transponders; Garmin GWX 70 Weather Radar; and Garmin GDL-88 ADS-B Transceiver on airplane models with a SPZ-500AFCS. JETTECH LLC - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA2005SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2005SO): Installation of a third stand-by attitude gyro and dedicated power supply AIM P/N PE 24-1RM. Summit Aviation Inc - [STC SA02010WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02010WI): Installation of the Mid-Continent Instruments & Avionics MD23 FLEX Custom Function Display (CFD). Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics - [STC ST00011WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00011WI): Installation of Concorde RG380E/40 and 40B battery. Aero-Mach Wilco LLC - [STC SA1298GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1298GL): Installation of Cleveland main wheels and brakes. Kaman Corporation Aircraft Wheel and Brake LLC - [STC SA883GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA883GL): Install aircraft wheel and brake conversion kit 199-137. Kaman Corporation Aircraft Wheel and Brake LLC - [STC SA02273SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02273SE): Installation of a Crane Aerospace & Electronics Tire Sensor Assembly. ELDEC Corporation - [STC SA02265SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02265SE): Installation of a camera housing. Airborne Sensor LLC - [STC SA8458SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8458SW): Installation of quick release nose radome latch mechanisms. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC SA01156WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01156WI): Installation of IS&S Air Data System with Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) compliant Dual Air Data System. Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies Inc - [STC SA01196WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01196WI): Installation of Universal Avionics EFI-550 2-Display EFIS System. Data required: (1) Columbia Avionics, Inc. Master Document List No. 30141145, Revision 3, dated September 24, 2003; and (2) FAA Approved Flight Manual Supplement 30141160, dated September 30, 2003, or later FAA Approved Revisions to (1) or (2). Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies Inc - [STC SA01469WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01469WI): Installation of Universal Avionics EFI-890R Flat Panel EFIS System. Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies Inc - [STC SA01697WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01697WI): Installation of Garmin GTN Series GPS/Comm/Nav Systems with optional Garmin GDL-69/A XM Weather Data Link, GTX-33 Series Transponders and optional Bendix/King KMR-675 Marker Beacon Receiver. Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies Inc - [STC ST00662WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00662WI): Installation of Bendix/King EFS-50 Two-Tube (EFIS) Electronic Flight Instrumentation System. Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies Inc - [STC ST01162WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01162WI): Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) group airworthiness approval of the Cessna Aircraft Model 500, 501, 550 and 551. Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies Inc - [STC ST02989AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02989AT): Installation of a modified Glareshield. Continental Aerospace Technologies Inc - [STC SA02075SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02075SE): Installation of a Mid-Continent MD835( ) Lithium Ion Battery. Mid-Continent Instrument Co. Inc - [STC ST02642AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02642AT): Installation of a RVSM Air Data System. Carlisle Interconnect Technologies Inc - [STC SA04514NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04514NY): Single/Dual Transponder System ADS-B Upgrade. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS - [STC SA01452CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01452CH): Installation of an air ambulance conversion kit. Med-Pac Inc - [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): 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 SA2698SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2698SW): Installation of freon air conditioning system. Air Comm Corporation - [STC SA2916SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2916SW): Installation of alternate gear horn switch. Air Comm Corporation - [STC SA04176NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04176NY): Installation of Cabin Entry Step Assembly. Skyway Group Inc - [STC SA00153SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00153SE): Installation of emergency medical stretcher, oxygen, and electrical systems. LifePort LLC - [STC ST01898WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01898WI): Installation of the RVSM capable Garmin G600 with GDU-1060 Touch Screen Primary Flight Display (PFD). JETTECH LLC - [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation - [STC SA02013CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02013CH): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Traffic Advisory System (TAS). Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA01933LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA03973NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03973NY): Replacement of existing TCAS 7.0 by TCAS 7.1. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS - [STC ST00276WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00276WI): Installation of Kedeg Company 21BC11e Coaleser Assemly. Purolator Facet, Inc - [STC ST00366WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00366WI): Installation of Keddeg Company P/N 21BC115 Coalescer Assembly. Purolator Facet, Inc - [STC SA215RM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA215RM): Installation of extended width cabin door. Sierra Industries Inc - [STC SA3885NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3885NM): Installation of medical air transport unit. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC SA4099NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4099NM): Installation of a replacement cabin door hinge assembly. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC ST09630AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09630AC): Installation of Meggitt Avionics Engine Instrument Display System. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC ST09718AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09718AC): Installation of Artex C406 (406 MHz) Series emergency locator transmitter, antenna, and remote switch assembly. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC SA09010SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09010SC): Installation of a pilot's control wheel mounted, alternate gear horn silence switch. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC SA09229SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09229SC): Removal of mechanical factory nose baggage door stop assemblies and installation of pneumatic gas cylinder baggage door openers. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC SA09862AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09862AC): Removal of original equipment manufacturer ladder and installation of a new design cabin entrance step assembly. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC SA8828SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8828SW): Installation of inertial reel assembly on pilot and co-pilot shoulder harnesses. Sierra Industries Ltd - [STC SA1732CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1732CE): Dual camera installation. Textron Aviation Inc - [STC SA1886CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1886CE): Installation of 36-inch cargo door. 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