# Curtiss Wright C-46D - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2622604 - Manufacturer (registry): CURTISS WRIGHT - Model: C-46D - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 2 · Reciprocating - Seats: 65 - Weight class: 20,000 lb and over - Cruise speed: 180 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Registered aircraft: 1 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/curtiss-wright-c-46d 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 79-05-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-05-10): Wheel Well · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Mar 15, 1979 - [AD 74-18-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-18-03): Main Landing Gear Axle Elbow · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Aug 30, 1974 - [AD 66-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-05-01): Main Landing Gear Drag Struts · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Feb 25, 1966 - [AD 66-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-02-02): Main Hydraulic Accumulator · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Feb 5, 1966 - [AD 65-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-17-02): Landing Gear Position Warning Light · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Sep 2, 1965 - [AD 62-27-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-27-03): Rudder Spring Tab · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Jan 29, 1963 - [AD 60-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-25-01): Wing Panel Attachment Bolts · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Dec 6, 1960 - [AD 60-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-23-02): Flap Actuator · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more. Effective Nov 4, 1960 - [AD 62-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-10-02): Landing Gear Doors · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 60-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-03-02): Cargo and Baggage Compartments · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 59-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-07-02): Auxiliary Hydraulic Pump · L. B. Smith C-46A, C-46D and C-46F - [AD 58-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-20-01): Tail Wheel Retract Yoke · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 58-17-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-17-03): Engine Cylinder · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 58-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-17-02): Horizontal Tail Surfaces · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 57-15-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-15-02): Lightening Holes · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 57-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-11-01): Elevator Spring Tab Cartridge Assemblies · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 57-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-05-01): Hydraulic Vent System · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 55-09-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-09-02): Terminal Assemblies · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 54-14-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/54-14-01): Horizontal Stabilizer Rib · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 54-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/54-05-01): Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 53-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/53-10-01): Vacuum Pump Discharge Port · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 52-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-19-01): Cabin Heater Installation · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 52-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-18-01): Carburetor Adapter Gasket · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 52-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-17-02): Wheel Shimmy Damper Support · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 52-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-12-02): Passenger Cabin Door · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 52-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-10-01): Electric Power System · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 51-29-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-29-02): Main Landing Gear · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 51-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-20-01): Cockpit Light · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 51-10-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-10-06): Hinge Fittings · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 50-29-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-29-01): Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 50-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-26-01): Landing Gear Side Braces · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 49-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-25-01): Cargo Compartment Fire Protection · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 49-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-18-01): Combustion Heater Fire Protection · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 49-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-12-01): Aileron Trim Tab · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 48-44-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-44-02): Wing Attach Bolts · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 48-03-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-03-05): Hydraulic Lines · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 47-51-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-51-07): Landing Gear Drag Strut · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 47-51-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-51-05): Aileron Horn · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 47-51-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-51-04): Propeller Antiheat Shield · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 47-51-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-51-03): Aileron Rib Rework · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more - [AD 47-51-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-51-02): Elevator Hinge Bolts · Airlift International C-46A, C-46D, C-46F and 12 more ## Registered aircraft (1) - [N54514](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N54514): [Tatonduk Outfitters Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TATONDUK%20OUTFITTERS%20LTD), [Fairbanks, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Fairbanks), built 1944, S/N 33285 ## NTSB investigations (7) 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 ANC03LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC03LA012), Oct 29, 2002: Curtiss-Wright CW-46 (N54514), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the right main landing gear locking device to engage, which allowed the right main landing gear to collapse during taxi from landing. - [NTSB ANC71AA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC71AA040), Feb 10, 1971: Curtiss WRT C-46 (N10012), Nondalton, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB OAK69O0011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK69O0011), Nov 25, 1968: Curtiss-Wrt C-46D (N1386N), Savannakht, Laos, destroyed, 26 fatal - [NTSB MIA68O0010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA68O0010), Feb 8, 1968: Curtiss-Wrt C-46 (N63335), Kindley, Bangladesh, substantial damage - [NTSB OAK68D0234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK68D0234), Aug 13, 1967: Curtis-Wrt C-46 (N9473Z), Phu Cum, Laos, destroyed - [NTSB ANC66A0032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC66A0032), Feb 17, 1966: Curtiss-Wrt C-46 (N10012), Homer, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK65X0813](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK65X0813), Nov 24, 1964: Curtiss C-46 (N9885F), Baton Rouge, LA, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (1) 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 20021029029959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20021029029959A), Oct 29, 2002: Curtis C46DFLYTIGER (N54514), Fairbanks, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft right main landing gear collapsed during rollout after landing. Aircraft had progressed approximately 2000 feet after touchdown and was… ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Douglas C-46D](https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-c-46d): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 3021405 --- 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.