# Douglas C54A-DC

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 3021510
- Manufacturer (registry): DOUGLAS
- Model: C54A-DC
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 4 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 60
- Weight class: 20,000 lb and over
- Cruise speed: 173 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A-762](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-762) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: The Boeing Company
- Registered aircraft: 0
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-c54a-dc

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 2026-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-02): Navigation · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership 18, 49-46, 80-A and 555 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026
- [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 2011-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-12-01): Equipment/Furnishings · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 268 more. Effective Aug 1, 2011
- [AD 93-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-14-12): Crewmember Protective Breathing Equipment Units · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 201 more. Effective Sep 2, 1993
- [AD 85-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-23-04): LH/RH Elevator Trim Tab Inspection · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more. Effective Dec 5, 1985
- [AD 47-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-02-03): Accumulator · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more. Effective Mar 27, 1980
- [AD 77-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-10-01): Fire Resistant Prop Feathering System · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more. Effective Jun 16, 1977
- [AD 57-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-16-01): Nose Gear Piston Tube · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 49-38-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-38-02): Bolt Replacement · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-44-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-44-01): Nose Gear Orifice Fitting · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-28-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-28-02): Cabin Heater Combustion Ducts · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-17-04): Vacuum Pumps · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-15-03): Hydraulic Pressure Regulator Rework · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-14-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-14-04): Tailpipe Shroud Deflector · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 2 more
- [AD 48-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-12-02): Nose And Cabin Heater Rework · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-12-01): Fire Prevention Requirements · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-09-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-09-02): Electrical Distribution Bus · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-09-01): Fuel Transfer Placard · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-06-05): Control Surface Attachment Rework · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-03-02): Emergency Air Brake · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-02-02): Fire Detector Clamp · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 48-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-01-01): Wheel-Retaining Flange · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-42-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-42-03): Fire Prevention Changes · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-42-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-42-02): Cowling Fire Seal · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-42-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-42-01): Gust Lock Rework · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-33-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-33-01): Horizontal Stabilizer Outer Hinge Bracket · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-27-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-27-04): Exhaust Collector Rings · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-27-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-27-02): Spar Web Structure · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-16-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-16-02): Flexible Conduit Between the Solenoid and the Firewall Junction Box · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-16-01): Circuit Breaker Switches in Each Nacelle Junction Box · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-12-02): Center Main Bearings · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-12-01): Openings Around the Control Cables and Flap Buss System · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-02-05): Electrical System · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-02-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-02-04): Engine Primer Solenoid · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-02-02): Vertical Stabilizer Forward Attach Fitting · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 47-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-02-01): Exhaust Collector Rings · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 46-39-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-39-05): Main Fuel Line Supporting Brackets · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 3 more
- [AD 46-39-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-39-04): Fuel Tank Selector and Crossfeed Valves · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 3 more
- [AD 46-39-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-39-03): Magneto Wires · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 3 more
- [AD 46-27-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-27-02): Nose Wheel Brace Strut Collar · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 4 more
- [AD 46-27-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-27-01): Spar Webs · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 3 more
- [AD 46-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-24-02): Magneto Wires · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 3 more
- [AD 46-11-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-11-03): Landing Gear Door Stud · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 1 more
- [AD 46-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-11-02): Copilot Oxygen Regulator · Boeing C54-DC, C54A-DC, C54B-DC and 3 more

## Information bulletins (advisory) (1)

- [SAIB NM-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-03): Flight Controls. Issued Nov 24, 2014

## Registered aircraft

None registered with this model now.

## NTSB investigations (3)

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 ATL97FA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97FA057), Apr 4, 1997: Douglas C54A-DC (N83FA), Griffin, GA, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The flightcrew's inadequate procedures, during a rejected takeoff following a possible engine malfunction at a critical time in the takeoff, and the second pilot's physical impairment.
- [NTSB IAD76II100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD76II100), Sep 22, 1976: Douglas DC-3C (N83FA), Gastonia, NC, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB UNK68X0119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK68X0119), Jan 11, 1968: Douglas DC-4 (N11711), Managua, Niue, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (2)

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 19970404004329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970404004329A), Apr 4, 1997: Doug C54A (N83FA), Griffin, GA, Destroyed, 2 fatal. Aircraft on run up runway, reported engine problems, attempted to abort takeoff, went off end of runway. Crashed.
- [Incident 19960606029459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960606029459I), Jun 6, 1996: Doug DC4 (N83FA), Shreveport, LA. Narrative: the pilot stated that he was practicing short field landing techniques because he operates out of an airport with a 3,300 foot runway. He said that…

## Service difficulty reports (3)

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

- [SDR CA051121004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA051121004), Nov 17, 2005: CYLINDER. CRACKED. (CAN) NR 2 ENGINE WAS PRECAUTIONARILY SHUTDOWN DUE TO SHAKE. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT NR 10 CYLINDER WAS CRACKED AT THE EXHAUST EAR. THE CYLINDER ASSY WAS REPLACE
- [SDR CA050927003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050927003), Sep 23, 2005: CYLINDER. CRACKED. THE NR 8 CYLINDER CRACKED AT THE EXHAUST VALVE CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHAKE.
- [SDR CA040412009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040412009), Apr 7, 2004: GOVERNOR. OUT OF RIG. (CAN) DURING TAKE-OFF THE NR 3 ENGINE ENCOUNTERED AN OVERSPEED. THE AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO THE HANGER. IT WAS FOUND THAT THE PROP GOVENOR WAS OUT OF RIG. IT WAS R

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (13)

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 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 SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA01282NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01282NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K015 on aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney radial reciprocating engine Series R-985, R-1340 and R-1830. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA3254WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3254WE): Nose wheel installation. United Aeronautical Corporation
- [STC SA3298WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3298WE): Bendix wheels and brakes installation. United Aeronautical Corporation
- [STC ST334CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST334CH): Installation of Superflite 102 fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc
- [STC SA1-115](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-115): Installation of Chamberlain 1012 Series radomes. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corp
- [STC SA1-507](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-507): 2012X Series radomes. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corp
- [STC SA8075SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8075SW): Installation of fiberglass covering. (M-62 SERIES PT-19) (G-73 SCHWEIZER). Razorback Fabrics Inc
- [STC SA1008WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1008WE): Installation of Poly-Fiber covering material. Poly-Fiber Inc
- [STC SA1365GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1365GL): Surrendered and incorporated into STC ST334CH. Cooper Aviation Supply Company, Inc
- [STC SA1351WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1351WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage, and/or control surfaces, with Ceconite101 material. (262A Series -12). Ceconite Inc
- [STC SA3-258](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-258): C-O-Two visual smoke detector, Type A1-V, P/N 74800. Northwest Airlines Inc

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