# Douglas DC-7C - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 3021806 - Manufacturer (registry): DOUGLAS - Model: DC-7C - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 4 · Reciprocating - Seats: 102 - Weight class: 20,000 lb and over - Cruise speed: 232 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 4A10](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/4A10) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: The Boeing Company - Registered aircraft: 1 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-7c 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 2004-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-22-01): Cargo restraint strap assemblies · Cargo restraint straps (Airline Container Manufacturing STC ST01004NY). Effective Dec 1, 2004 - [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 89-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-11-07): Main Landing Gear Fittings · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 6 more. Effective Jun 23, 1989 - [AD 67-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-13-02): Operating Limitations · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 6 more. Effective Dec 1, 1978 - [AD 74-24-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-24-09): Auxiliary Power Units · Airbus BAC 1-11 200 Series, BAC 1-11 400 Series, Auxiliary Power Units and 63 more. Effective Nov 19, 1975 - [AD 74-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-17-01): Regulator · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-100B Short Body and 78 more. Effective Sep 16, 1974 - [AD 64-03-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-03-03): Blades · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 26 more. Effective Mar 1, 1964 - [AD 62-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-25-02): Main Landing Gear Shock Strut Cylinder · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 3 more - [AD 61-08-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-08-01): Fuel Transfer · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 3 more. Effective May 9, 1961 - [AD 59-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-06-02): Landing Gear Orifice Check Valve · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B and DC-7C - [AD 59-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-02-02): Engine Cowling Alining · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B and DC-7C - [AD 58-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-15-01): Safety Belt Hook Assembly · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 3 more - [AD 58-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-11-01): Nose Wheel Retract Link · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 3 more - [AD 58-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-05-01): Goodyear Outboard Wheel Halves · Boeing DC-7C - [AD 57-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-16-03): Elevator Tab Pushrod · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B and DC-7C - [AD 57-16-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-16-02): Rudder Tab Push-Pull Tube · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B and DC-7C - [AD 57-03-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-03-03): Micronic Filter Cover · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B, DC-7C and 16 more - [AD 57-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-03-02): Fuel Strainer Screen · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B, DC-7C and 15 more - [AD 55-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-20-02): Wing Skin Heat Shields · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B and DC-7C - [AD 55-15-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-15-05): Propeller Feathering Lines · Boeing DC-7, DC-7B and DC-7C - [AD 55-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-11-01): Nose Gear Yoke End Fitting · Boeing DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B and 3 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 74-08-09 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-08-09-R2) (historical): Waste Receptacles · Aero Spacelines 377, 377MG, 377SGT and 268 more. Effective Jul 29, 1996 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (1) - [SAIB NM-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-03): Flight Controls. Issued Nov 24, 2014 ## Registered aircraft (1) - [N777EA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N777EA): [Missionary Wings Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MISSIONARY%20WINGS%20INC), [Litchfield Park, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Litchfield%20Park), S/N 45549 ## NTSB investigations (15) 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 ANC83IA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC83IA111), Jul 2, 1983: Douglas DC-7C (N284), King Salmon, AK, incident, minor damage - [NTSB LAX79FUT01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX79FUT01), Jun 22, 1979: Douglas DC-7C (N357AL), Daggett, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB LAX77IA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX77IA056), Jul 8, 1977: Douglas DC-7C (N75000), Long Beach, CA, incident, no damage - [NTSB DCA74A0009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA74A0009), Jun 21, 1973: Douglas DC-7C (N296), Miami, FL, destroyed, 3 fatal - [NTSB NYC73AN094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC73AN094), Dec 31, 1972: Douglas DC-7CF (N23N), San Juan, PR, destroyed, 5 fatal - [NTSB MIA69A0017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA69A0017), Sep 28, 1968: Douglas DC-7C (N356AL), Miami, FL, substantial damage - [NTSB DIA69A0016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DIA69A0016), Sep 27, 1968: Douglas DC-7C (N7466), Cherry Point, NC, destroyed - [NTSB DCA67R0002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA67R0002), Dec 30, 1966: Douglas DC-7C (N4059K), Saigon, VM, destroyed - [NTSB DCA67A0002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA67A0002), Sep 12, 1966: Douglas DC-7C (N2282), Tokyo, JA, destroyed - [NTSB MIA67I0030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA67I0030), Sep 1, 1966: Douglas DC-7C (N382M), Miami, FL, incident, minor damage - [NTSB MIA67S0001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA67S0001), Jul 19, 1966: Douglas DC-7 (N301G), Antigua Bwi, Ascension Island, incident, minor damage - [NTSB MIA66I0053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA66I0053), Nov 5, 1965: Douglas DC-7 (N8215H), Atlanta, GA, incident, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW64A0016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW64A0016), Aug 15, 1963: Douglas DC-7C (N5906), Panama Cty, St. Pierre & Miquelon, substantial damage - [NTSB DCA63A0008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA63A0008), Jun 3, 1963: Douglas DC-7C (N290), Annette Isld, AK, destroyed, 101 fatal - [NTSB ANC62A0048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC62A0048), Oct 22, 1962: Douglas DC-7C (N285), Sitka Sound, AK, destroyed ## FAA accident and incident reports (4) 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. - [Incident 19830702038569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830702038569I), Jul 2, 1983: Doug DC7C (N284), King Salmon, AK, Minor damage. Unable to rotate. Aborted. Overran end of runway. Found cargo not properly secured allowing cargo to shift forward. - [Accident 19790622015709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790622015709A), Jun 22, 1979: Doug DC7B (N357AL), Daggett, CA, Destroyed. Lost 2 engine on takeoff due to cylinder head ruptures, caused by low grade fuel. Pilots not rated in acft. - [Incident 19780430015079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780430015079I), Apr 30, 1978: Doug DC7C (N356AL), Miami, FL, Substantial damage. During touchdown on nose gear on test flight roll out, aircraft began to shake violently from side to side. - [Accident 19730621032129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730621032129A), Jun 21, 1973: Doug DC7B (N296), Miami, FL, Destroyed. Lost ctl due turbc or inflt fire or both. Un to estab timely radio contact w dep ctl. Part 91D opn. ## Service difficulty reports (1) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR CH1A200395022](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CH1A200395022), Apr 11, 2003: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. FLOORBEAM AT BS420 CORRODED BETWEEN RBL 12 & RBL 22. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (47) 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 SA863EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA863EA): Incorporation of DME Corporation emergency evacuation slide lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc - [STC SA2709WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2709WE): Installation of 3000 gallon external retardant tanks under the fuselage at the wing center section. United Aeronautical Corporation - [STC SA3015WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3015WE): Installation of LH and RH upper viewing windows above side cockpit windows. United Aeronautical Corporation - [STC ST334CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST334CH): Installation of Superflite 102 fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc - [STC SA364SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA364SO): Cockpit voice recorder. Delta Airlines Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA1369GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1369GL): Surrendered and incorporated into STC ST334CH. Cooper Aviation Supply Company, Inc - [STC SA02168AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02168AK): Installation of hourmeter airspeed switch. For unpressurized aircraft only. Pressurized aircraft must have pressurization system deactivated. Avalaska Inc - [STC SA3103NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3103NM): Installation of military model R-3350-42(STC SE2004NM) or R-3350-93(STC SE2007NM) engines. Tulare Aircraft Service - [STC ST484SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST484SO): Installation of cargo restraining bulkhead. Aeronautical Engineers, Inc - [STC SA470CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA470CE): Installation of Fairchild cockpit voice recorder Model A-100. Universal Airlines, Inc - [STC SA103WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA103WE): Interior arrangement for 104 passengers. Camaero Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA1068WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1068WE): Interior arrangement. California Airmotive Corporation. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA1075WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1075WE): AVQ9 radar altimeter, APN9 Loran receiver, AT144 HF transmitter and AR144 HF receiver. California Airmotive Corporation. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA10SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10SO): Provisioned for installation of10,000 pound military pallet. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA1361WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1361WE): Fairchild Industrial Products Model A100, cockpit voice recorder system. Saturn Airways Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA176NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA176NW): Installation of Fairchild Andover Model 204 auxiliary power unit for ground use only. Butler Aircraft Co. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA214WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA214WE): Passenger interior arrangements and cargo interior. Pacific Airmotive Corp. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA23SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA23SO): Observer's seat fuselage Station 55. Riddle Airlines Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA294WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA294WE): Door in floor for cabin access. AiResearch Aivation Service Co. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA3-311](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-311): Wheels 150741-1 and/or 150741-5 and brake assembly 150835-5. Bendix Aviation Corporation. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA30SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA30SO): Two emergency exits at stations437.9 - 460.5 from Type IV to Type III modified. Riddle Airlines Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA314WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA314WE): Passenger interior arrangements and cargo interior for operation of aircraft at 106,400 pounds zero fuel weight. Pacific Airmotive Corp. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA35SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA35SO): Access hole in horizontal stabilizer. Riddle Airlines Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-124](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-124): Station 122 bulkhead. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-255](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-255): Aft cabin lounge. AiResearch Aivation Service Co. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-328](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-328): Step kit added to fore and aft cargo door. National Aircraft Corp. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-329](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-329): Step kit added to fore and aft cargo door. National Aircraft Corp. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-330](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-330): Step kit added to fore and aft cargo door. National Aircraft Corp. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-355](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-355): Interior modification coach to mixed class. AiResearch Aivation Service Co. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-405](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-405): Interior modification to mixed class. AiResearch Aivation Service Co. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-442](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-442): Modification of communication equipment to provide navigator station. American Airlines Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-507](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-507): Deterjet DJ1025 valve in place of Wright torquemeter booster pump upper housing per STC SEW-10. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-54](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-54): Passenger/cargo interior arrangement configurations. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-91](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-91): One 4-piece divan left-hand side inboard facing and one 2-place divan right-hand side aft facing from Station 891 aft to pressure dome. AiResearch Aivation Service Co. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA425WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA425WE): Single Federal (ITT) Type AFN3544 distance measuring equipment system. American Airlines Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA469CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA469CE): Fairchild A-100 cockpit voice recorder. Northwest Airlines Inc - [STC SA500EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA500EA): Installation of microvision operational all-weather landing system. Bendix Corporation. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA588WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA588WE): Ceconite 101 covering of rudder. Cooper Engineering Corporation. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA600SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA600SO): Cockpit voice recording system. Airlift Intl Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA602WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA602WE): 99-passenger interior arrangement modification including floor structure. Aircraft Investors. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA656WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA656WE): Interior modification for 98 occupants. California Airmotive Corporation. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA724WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA724WE): Interior arrangement modification for 89 and 99 passengers and installation of modified navigator's seat. Intl Aerodyne Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA76EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA76EA): Radome assembly 3016. Chamberlain Aviation Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA89SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA89SO): Oil separator B-300-1. Air Carrier Eng Service Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA4-608](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-608): Engine mount core assemblies DE-643-1 on Wright TC18 Series engines. Dow-Elco Inc. Lists DC-7 Series - [STC SA1-25](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-25): Substitution of rotating discs9531691 and 9531704 in 9560285 and 9560286 brake assemblies. Goodyear Aerospace Corp. Lists DC-7 Series --- 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.