# Douglas DC-8-51

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 3021920
- Manufacturer (registry): DOUGLAS
- Model: DC-8-51
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 4 · Turbo-jet
- Seats: 152
- Weight class: 20,000 lb and over
- Cruise speed: 444 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 4A25](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/4A25) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: The Boeing Company
- Registered aircraft: 0
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-51

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 2026-13-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-15): Navigation · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-200, 707-100B Long Body and 74 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026
- [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 2023-12-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-12-15): Navigation · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-200, 707-100B Long Body and 74 more. Effective Jun 21, 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 2016-04-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-04-21): Wings · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Apr 5, 2016
- [AD 2011-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-21-08): Equipment/Furnishings · ATR - GIE Avions de Transport Régional ATR42-200, ATR42-300, ATR42-320 and 202 more. Effective Nov 23, 2011
- [AD 2011-18-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-18-23): Wings · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Oct 25, 2011
- [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 2010-21-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-21-03): Fuel · Boeing DC-8-31, DC-8-32, DC-8-33 and 21 more. Effective Nov 12, 2010
- [AD 2009-21-10 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-21-10-R1): Oxygen · Airbus A300 B4-605R, A300 B4-620, A300 B4-622 and 138 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010
- [AD 2009-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-08-02): Fuel pumps · Boeing DC-8-51, DC-8-52, DC-8-53 and 15 more. Effective May 13, 2009
- [AD 2008-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-25-05): Structural inspections · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Jan 28, 2009
- [AD 2008-03-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-03-12): Rudder pedal bracket · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 47 more. Effective Mar 11, 2008
- [AD 2007-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-12-02): Left and right wing front spar · Boeing DC-8-33, DC-8-42, DC-8-43 and 16 more. Effective Jul 10, 2007
- [AD 2006-03-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-04): Main cabin cargo door · Boeing DC-8-33, DC-8-51, DC-8-53 and 11 more. Effective Mar 13, 2006
- [AD 2005-18-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-18-07): Lower cargo doorjamb corners · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Oct 7, 2005
- [AD 2005-15-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-15-14): Upper inboard spar cap of the wing · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Sep 1, 2005
- [AD 2005-08-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-08-08): Engine fire extinguisher containers · Boeing DC-8-33, DC-8-43, DC-8-51 and 17 more. Effective May 26, 2005
- [AD 2005-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-06-05): Left and right elevator control tabs · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Apr 22, 2005
- [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 2004-14-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-14-05): Seat locking pins · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Aug 13, 2004
- [AD 2003-03-15 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-03-15-R1): Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) - oxygen masks · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-100B Short Body and 90 more. Effective Dec 22, 2003
- [AD 2003-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-21-02): Lower inboard auxiliary spar cap · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 21 more. Effective Nov 20, 2003
- [AD 2003-17-07 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-17-07-R1): Auxiliary power unit (APU) · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 57 more. Effective Sep 24, 2003
- [AD 2002-22-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-22-12): Titeflex hoses · BAE Systems ATP, Avro 146-RJ100A, Avro 146-RJ70A and 122 more. Effective Dec 13, 2002
- [AD 2002-14-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-14-19): Collins Air Data Computers (ADC) · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 36 more. Effective Aug 23, 2002
- [AD 2002-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-16-01): Main cargo door area · Forward cargo door (Aeronautical Engineers STC SA1063SO or 2 others). Effective Aug 22, 2002
- [AD 2002-03-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-03-05): Blue Ice · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Mar 19, 2002
- [AD 2001-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-26-04): Main Deck Cargo Door Structure and Fuselage Structure · Cargo door, cargo restraint bulkhead, heavy duty flooring… (Plattner STC SA1802SO or SA421NW). Effective Jan 30, 2002
- [AD 2001-26-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-26-03): Main Deck Cargo Door Structure and Fuselage Structure · Cargo door and cargo interior (Plattner STC SA1832SO). Effective Jan 30, 2002
- [AD 2001-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-26-02): Main Deck Cargo Door Structure and Fuselage Structure · Cargo door (Agro Air Associates STC SA1862SO or ST00309AT). Effective Jan 30, 2002
- [AD 2001-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-26-01): Main Deck Cargo Door Structure and Fuselage Structure · Forward cargo door (Aeronautical Engineers STC SA1063SO or SA1377SO). Effective Jan 30, 2002
- [AD 2001-24-28](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-24-28): Rudder Pedals Adjuster Hub Assembly · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Jan 16, 2002
- [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 2001-08-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-20): Flush Pump Motor · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective May 31, 2001
- [AD 2001-08-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-19): Transformer Ballast Assemblies · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective May 31, 2001
- [AD 2001-08-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-18): Cabin Electrical Service Panel · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective May 31, 2001
- [AD 2001-08-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-17): Heating or Antifogging Wiring · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 18 more. Effective May 31, 2001
- [AD 2001-08-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-16): Circuit Breakers and Wiring · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective May 31, 2001
- [AD 2001-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-06-02): Front Spar Lower Cap · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Apr 27, 2001
- [AD 2001-04-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-04-15): Pitot Tube Lines · Pneumatic flow control system (National Aircraft Service STC ST466CH). Effective Mar 21, 2001
- [AD 2000-20-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-20-08): Doorjambs Of Passenger And Service Doors · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Nov 13, 2000
- [AD 2000-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-15-11): Main Deck Cargo Door · Cargo door (Agro Air Associates STC SA1862SO). Effective Sep 7, 2000
- [AD 2000-13-03 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-13-03-R1): Main Deck Cargo Door · Forward cargo door (Aeronautical Engineers STC SA1063SO). Effective Aug 1, 2000
- [AD 2000-09-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-09-01-R1): Main Deck Cargo Door · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Jun 7, 2000
- [AD 2000-09-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-09-02): Main Deck Cargo Door · Cargo door and cargo interior (Plattner STC SA1832SO). Effective Jun 6, 2000
- [AD 2000-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-02-01): Lower Wing Skin · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Feb 29, 2000
- [AD 2000-01-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-01-18): Lower Cap of the Wing Front Spar · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Feb 23, 2000
- [AD 98-26-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-26-51): Main Deck Cargo Door · Cargo door, cargo restraint bulkhead, heavy duty flooring… (Plattner STC SA1802SO). Effective Feb 3, 1999
- [AD 96-17-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-17-07): Main Landing Gear Swivel Bogie Beam Lugs · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Sep 23, 1996

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2022-09-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-09-18) (historical): Navigation · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-100B Short Body and 72 more. Effective May 23, 2022
- [AD 2009-21-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-21-10) (historical): Oxygen · Airbus A300, Model B4-605R, A300, Model B4-620, A300, Model B4-622 and 138 more. Effective Dec 17, 2009
- [AD 2008-26-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-26-07) (historical): Lower skin and stringers · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 24 more. Effective Jan 28, 2009
- [AD 2008-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-09-04) (historical): Fuel tank systems · McDonnell Douglas DC-8-31, DC-8-32, DC-8-33 and 21 more. Effective May 27, 2008
- [AD 2006-07-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-07-25) (historical): Rudder pedal bracket · McDonnell Douglas DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 44 more. Effective May 16, 2006
- [AD 2003-17-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-17-07) (historical): Fire Extinguishers for the Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) · McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 60 more. Effective Sep 24, 2003
- [AD 2003-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-03-15) (historical): Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) - Oxygen Masks · Boeing 707 Series (all), 720 Series (all), 727 Series (all) and 75 more. Effective Mar 7, 2003
- [AD 2001-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-25-01) (historical): Engine Fire Extinguishing System Electrical Connectors · McDonnell Douglas DC-8-33, DC-8-43, DC-8-51 and 17 more. Effective Dec 20, 2001
- [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
- [AD 95-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-04-01) (historical): AFM - Limitations - Windshear · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-200 Series, 737-100 Series and 54 more. Effective Mar 8, 1995
- [AD 93-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-20-02) (historical): AFM Changes - Cargo Door Inspection · Cargo door, cargo restraint bulkhead, heavy duty flooring… (Plattner STC SA1802SO or SA421NW). Effective Nov 17, 1993

All 135: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-51/ads.md

## Information bulletins (advisory) (4)

- [SAIB NE-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-03): Escape Slide Maintenance Tasks and Intervals - JASC 2565. Issued Feb 19, 2019
- [SAIB NM-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-03): Flight Controls. Issued Nov 24, 2014
- [SAIB NM-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-09-03): Engine Fuel and Control - Implementing Fuel Tank System Airworthiness Limitations. Issued Dec 11, 2008
- [SAIB NM-06-57](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-06-57): Reports of damage to airplanes and to property on the ground caused by blue or clear ice falling from airplanes.. Issued Jul 27, 2006

## Registered aircraft

None registered with this model now.

## NTSB investigations (26)

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 FTW98IA196](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98IA196), Apr 30, 1998: Douglas DC-8-51 (N507DC), Brownsville, TX, incident, no damage. Probable cause: The flightcrew experienced physical impairment resulting from an accumulation in the cockpit of carbon dioxide fumes produced by dry ice, a hazardous material, carried in the main cargo compartment.
- [NTSB MIA770A077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA770A077), Aug 7, 1977: Douglas DC-8 (N812BN), Varadero, Cuba, no damage
- [NTSB MIA76AM087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76AM087), May 27, 1976: Douglas DC-8 (N806E), Atlanta, GA, no damage
- [NTSB NYC76AN057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76AN057), Dec 22, 1975: Douglas DC-8 (N812BN), Jamaica, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW76AF023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW76AF023), Sep 22, 1975: Douglas DC-8 (N808E), Texico Vortac, TX, no damage
- [NTSB NYC76AN032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76AN032), Aug 8, 1975: Douglas DC8-51 (N801E), Wilmington, DE, no damage
- [NTSB MIA74AM019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA74AM019), Aug 20, 1973: Douglas DC-8 (N821E), Belle Glade, FL, no damage
- [NTSB MIA73IM046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA73IM046), Nov 1, 1972: Douglas DC-8 (N801E), Atlanta, GA, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB MIA73IM034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA73IM034), Sep 17, 1972: Douglas DC-8 (N806E), Meridian, MS, incident, no damage
- [NTSB MIA72AM086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA72AM086), Feb 26, 1972: Douglas DC8-51 (N821E), Alma, GA, no damage
- [NTSB NYC71AN113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC71AN113), May 18, 1971: Douglas DC-8 (N812E), Newark, NJ, no damage
- [NTSB LAX70I0022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX70I0022), Oct 16, 1969: Douglas DC-8 (N813E), Los Angeles, CA, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB FTW70A0018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70A0018), Sep 17, 1969: Douglas DC-8 (N8008D), Dallas, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW70A0004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70A0004), Jul 22, 1969: Douglas DC-8 (N812E), Evergreen, AL, no damage
- [NTSB MIA69I0057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA69I0057), Mar 24, 1969: Douglas DC-8 (N813E), Tampa, FL, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB SEA69A0010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA69A0010), Aug 6, 1968: Douglas DC-8 (N8010U), New Richmond, WI, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC68A0111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC68A0111), Mar 23, 1968: Douglas DC-8 (N8780R), Jamaica, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX68A0032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX68A0032), Sep 16, 1967: Douglas DC-8A (N813E), Banning, CA, no damage
- [NTSB CHI67I0134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI67I0134), Jun 17, 1967: Douglas DC-8 (N807E), Convington, KY, incident, substantial damage
- [NTSB DCA67A0007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA67A0007), Mar 30, 1967: Douglas DC-8 (N802E), Kenner, LA, destroyed, 6 fatal
- [NTSB FTW67A0046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW67A0046), Oct 22, 1966: Douglas DC-8 (N808E), New Orleans, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA67A0036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA67A0036), Sep 22, 1966: Douglas DC-8 (N820E), Macon, GA, no damage
- [NTSB OAK65A0071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK65A0071), Jun 9, 1965: Douglas DC-8 (N276C), San Francisco, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC65A0114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC65A0114), Mar 5, 1965: Douglas DC-8 (N8780R), Kennedy Intl, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK64X1624](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X1624), May 5, 1964: Douglas DC-8 (N804E), Kress City, TX, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB MIA63A0109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA63A0109), Jan 14, 1963: Douglas DC-8 (N802E), Tampa, FL, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (3)

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 19790627017539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790627017539I), Jun 27, 1979: Doug DC851 (N811BN), Managua, NU, Minor damage. Tail of aircraft damaged in flight by unknown object.
- [Incident 19790225008019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790225008019I), Feb 25, 1979: Doug DC851 (N8009U), Norfolk, VA, Minor damage. Four tires left wheel blown on landing. PIREP out for strong windshear short final.
- [Incident 19780812037869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780812037869I), Aug 12, 1978: Doug DC851 (N8010U), Washington, DC, Minor damage. Tires blew on landing. Found light burned out on anti-skid system.

## Service difficulty reports (48)

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

- [SDR 2000ZZZM249](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2000ZZZM249), Oct 24, 1999: BALLAST. FAILED. DURING TAXI NOTICED THAT SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM THE FLIGHT ENGINEER QUADRANT. COMPLETE PHASE ONE SMOKE SOURCE IDENTIFICATION AND REMOVED AND REPLACED BAL
- [SDR 99ZZZM28](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZM28), Oct 5, 1998: FIRE LOOP. MALFUNCTIONED. IN CLIMB-OUT OF MIA EXPERIENCED FIRE WARNING ON NR 4 ENGINE. SHUT DOWN ENGINE RETURNED TO MIA AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED BROKEN FIRE DETEC
- [SDR 98ZZZX2509](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2509), Jun 28, 1998: WIRE. CHAFED. SAL - ON TAKEOFF, EXPERIENCED FIRE WARNING ON NR 3 ENGINE. RETARDED THROTTLE AND FIRE WARNING CEASED. RETURNED TO SAL AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION RE
- [SDR 98ZZZX2510](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2510), Jun 27, 1998: AMPLIFIER. MALFUNCTIONED. SAL - AFTER TAKEOFF, EXPERIENCED FIRE WARNING ON NR 4 ENGINE. RETARDED THROTTLE AND FIRE WARNING CEASED. SHUT DOWN ENGINE, RETURNED TO SAL AND LANDED WITHOUT IN
- [SDR 98ZZZM442](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZM442), Mar 21, 1998: CRANK ASSY. CRACKED. ON ARRIVAL MIA PILOT REPORTED LEFT WING VERY HEAVY ON TAKEOFF AND LANDING. GROUND INSPECTION REVEALED A BROKEN CRANK ASSEMBLY AT THE RIGHT ELEVATOR BUS TORQUE T
- [SDR 98ZZZM338](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZM338), Mar 6, 1998: ELEMENT. CHAFING. DURING CRUISE NR 2 ENGINE FIRE WARNING LIGHT AND BELL CAME ON. SHUT DOWN ENGINE AND FIRE WARNING CEASED. GROUND INSPECTION REVEALED NO EVIDENCE OF FIRE OR OVERH
- [SDR 98ZZZM346](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZM346), Feb 16, 1998: ARM. BROKEN. DURING 'A' CHECK, FOUND LEFT ARM OF NR 4 ENGINE MOUNT ASSEMBLY BROKEN IN THE THREADED AREA AND NUT MISSING, REF DACO IPC 71-20-0 FIG 16 ITEM 65 AND 30). REPLACE
- [SDR 98ZZZM297](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZM297), Feb 12, 1998: TRUNNION. CRACKED. MIA - DURING C-CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEFT MAIN GEAR TRUNNION CRACKED, REMOVED AND REPLACED LEFT GEAR TRUNNION PER DOUGLAS DC-8 MAIN GEAR FITTING REPLACEMENT G
- [SDR 2000ZZZX458](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2000ZZZX458), Feb 12, 1998: SKIN. CORRODED. DURING C-CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND THE FOLLOWING: CORROSION DAMAGE AT LOWER OUTBOARD AILERON RIGHT. REPAIRED CORROSION DAMAGE IAW FINE AIRLINES EO 9802041 AND SRM
- [SDR 2000ZZZX457](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2000ZZZX457), Feb 12, 1998: SKIN. CORRODED. DURING C-CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND THE FOLLOWING: FUSELAGE CORROSION DAMAGE AT STA 1050 TO STA 1140, LONGERONS 34LT TO 30RT. REPAIRED CORROSION DAMAGE IAW FINE AI
- [SDR 97ZZZX4649](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4649), Oct 24, 1997: ACME NUT. FAILED. ACME NUT THREADS STRIPPED MAKING LONGITUDINAL TRIM MECHANISM DRIVE UNIT TOTALLY INOPERABLE. THIS NUT DRIVES THE JACKSCEW UP OR DOWN. THE INSIDE DIAMETER IS TOTA
- [SDR TC8A96073](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A96073), Dec 23, 1996: OXYGEN LINE. LOOSE. WHILE EN ROUTE, THE CREW OXYGEN DEPLETED TO 200 PSI. SERVICED CREW OXYGEN TO 1850 PSI, TIGHTENED LEAKING LINE AT 2ND OBSERVERS REGULATOR AND LEAK CHECKS GOOD.
- [SDR TC8A96072](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A96072), Dec 22, 1996: RESERVOIR. REQD SERVICE. KIND TO KIND - FLT 35702 - DISCREPANCY: ON TAXI-OUT KIND, FLIGHT CONTROL CHECK SPOILER PRESSURE WENT TO ZERO, SPOILER PUMP TURNED OFF. RETURNED TO RAMP. CORRECT
- [SDR 97ZZZM77](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZM77), Dec 17, 1996: DOOR SEAL. PLUGGED. EN ROUTE ALB TO SDF, LOST CABIN PRESSURIZATION DURING CLIMB. INITIATED EMERGENCY DESCENT TO 10,000 FEET AND CONTINUED FLIGHT TO SDF. GROUND INSPECTION REVEALED 
- [SDR CKSA96361](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA96361), Dec 13, 1996: SKIN PATCH. MISINSTALLED. DURING A CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND FORWARD STATIC PORT SCAB PATCH TOO CLOSE. REMOVED SCAB PATCH AND INSTALLED REPAIR IAW EA 96-346 AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2442 AND 8110-
- [SDR 97ZZZM78](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZM78), Dec 13, 1996: TIRES. BLOW OUT. PILOT REPORTED THAT DURING LANDING IN MIA, THREE TIRES WERE BLOWN DUE TO RUNWAY CONDITIONS (WET). GROUND INSPECTION OF AIRCRAFT REVEALED NO DISCREPANCIES PER SE
- [SDR TC8A96069](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A96069), Dec 7, 1996: WIRE. FAILED. ANTI-SKID SWITCH ON, BRAKES INOP AT TAXI SPEEDS. ANTI-SKID WIRING REPAIRED AT PIN 32 ON CONTROL BOX. OPERATION OF BRAKES AND ANTI-SKID NORMAL, REF WDM 32-03-00 
- [SDR 97ZZZM69](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZM69), Dec 4, 1996: GROMMET. BROKEN. EXPERIENCED INTERMITTENT FIRE WARNING ON NR 4 ENGINE IN CRUISE UIO TO MIA AND NO OTHER INDICATION OF FIRE. INSPECTION REVEALED BROKEN GROMMETS ON FIRE WARNING L
- [SDR TC8A96061](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A96061), Sep 26, 1996: PUMP. MALFUNCTIONED. DURING FLIGHT CONTROL CHECK, NOTED SPOILER PRESSURE ONLY 1,OOO PSI. REMOVED AND REPLACED SPOILER PUMP, OPS CHECKED NORMAL NUMEROUS TIMES IAW 27-34-6.
- [SDR CKSA96157](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA96157), Sep 19, 1996: SKIN. DENTED. KORD - ONE INCH DIAMETER HOLE IN AIRCRAFT SKIN, 18 INCHES AFT OF RIGHT FORWARD STATIC PORT. DISCOVERED ON POST-FLIGHT INSPECTION. REPAIRED IAW SKETCH NR AIA/E/2
- [SDR 96ZZZM1402](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZM1402), Sep 18, 1996: SMOKE DETECTOR. DEFECTIVE. DURING CRUISE CARGO SMOKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. EXECUTED SMOKE/FIRE CHECK LIST AND VISUAL INSPECTION REVEALED NO EVIDENCE OF SMOKE. ON DESCENT WARNING LIGHT WE
- [SDR 96ZZZM1260](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZM1260), Jul 24, 1996: SENSOR LOOP. CHAFED. AFTER TAKEOFF IN MIAMI, RECEIVED FIRE WARNING INDICATION ON NR 1 ENGINE. SHUT DOWN ENGINE AND RETURNED TO MIAMI. LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED A 
- [SDR TC8A046](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A046), Jun 16, 1996: WIRE. BROKEN. NR 1, 2, 3 GENERATOR WILL NOT STAY PARALLELED UNDER LOAD. REPAIRED BROKEN WIRE ON NR 4 ENGINE POWER RELAY AND GENERATOR IAW 24-50, FUNCTIONAL CHECKED AND OPS CH
- [SDR TC8A96045](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A96045), Jun 13, 1996: CSD. LEAKING. PRECAUTIONARY ENGINE SHUTDOWN NR 4, ERRATIC OIL PRESSURE, OIL PRESSURE LIGHT, GOOD OIL QUANTITY AND TEMP. TROUBLESHOT AND FOUND NR CSD DISCONNECT LEAKING. REMOV
- [SDR 96ZZZM983](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZM983), May 16, 1996: BALLAST. SHORTED. DURING CRUISE AT FL 350 MIA-DFW, EXPERIENCED SPARK FOLLOWED BY SMOKE ON THE FLIGHT OFFICERS SIDE OF THE COCKPIT. DONNED MASKS AND GOGGLES AND INITIATED EMERGENC
- [SDR TC8A96041](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A96041), Apr 4, 1996: CABLE. BROKEN. MCO-DAY - RIGHT GEAR DOOR UNSAFE LIGHT ON IN FLIGHT. CONTINUED TO DESTINATION AT 230 KIAS PER FOM. SUBMITTER STATES, SUSPECT GEAR DOOR NOT UP. FOUND CABLE FOR R
- [SDR TC8A96008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TC8A96008), Mar 20, 1996: ARM ASSEMBLY. BROKEN. STAB TRIM, OR PROBLEM WITH LOAD CAUSING FULL DOWN ELEVATOR. ON POST FLIGHT INSPECTION FOUND RIGHT ELEVATOR GEAR TAB CRANK ARMS BROKEN. REPLACED INBOARD AND OUTB
- [SDR 96ZZZX1687](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX1687), Mar 8, 1996: FIRE WARNING. MALFUNCTIONED. ON DESCENT INTO MIAMI, NR 1 ENGINE FIRE WARNING ILLUMINATED MOMENTARILY AND CEASED. LANDED MIAMI WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED NO EVIDENCE OF FIRE OR OV
- [SDR 96ZZZX1460](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX1460), Feb 29, 1996: WIRE HARNESS. SHORTED. ON DESCENT TO MIAMI, RECEIVED INTERMITTENT FIRE WARNING ON NR 1 ENGINE. LANDED MIAMI WITHOUT INCIDENT. INVESTIGATION REVEALED A SHORTED WIRE IN THE HARNESS. REP
- [SDR CKSA96014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA96014), Feb 6, 1996: SWITCH. LOOSE WIRE. KDFW - FLT 71799 - NO GREEN LIGHT ON RT MAIN GEAR ON APPROACH (NO RED LIGHTS ALSO). CYCLED GEAR ONCE, 3 GREEN. FOUND LOOSE CONNECTION AT LANDING GEAR CONTROL LE
- [SDR CKSA96003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA96003), Jan 18, 1996: HYD HOSE. HOLE. KHUF - IN FLIGHT AT 0505Z, HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR LOW PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON AT 0530. LOST ALL HYDRAULIC PRESSURE, PERFORMED CHECKLIST PROCEDURES. FOUND HYDRAULIC 
- [SDR 96ZZZM14](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZM14), Dec 16, 1995: SW WIRE. BROKEN. BYH - NO GREEN LIGHT FOR LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR ON LANDING. FOUND BROKEN WIRE AT LEFT MAIN GEAR SWITCH. REPAIRED WIRE, OPS CHECKS GOOD ON GROUND. (M)
- [SDR CKSA95128](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA95128), Oct 13, 1995: FIRE AMP. NO POWER. KPHX - FLT 67919 - ON ENGINE START, NR 4 ENGINE INDICATED FIRE WARNING MOMENTARILY. WHEN TESTED, THE WARNING LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE. REMOVED AND REPLACED NR 4 EN
- [SDR 95ZZZM318](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZM318), Aug 2, 1995: SENSOR WIRE. BROKEN. IN CLIMB-OUT OF BOG, RECEIVED FIRE WARNING ON NR 1 ENGINE. SHUT DOWN ENGINE, RETURNED TO BOG AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED GROUND WIRE BROKEN
- [SDR 95ZZZX3435](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3435), Jun 24, 1995: PIPE ASSY. RUPTURED. MIA - AFTER TAKEOFF, THERE WAS A LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID AND HYDRAULIC PRESSURE. EXECUTED EMERGENCY CHECK LIST. LANDED MIA WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED
- [SDR CKSA95038](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA95038), Jun 20, 1995: FIRE LOOP. LOOSE. KHUF - FIRE WARNING BELL AND LIGHT ON STARTING NR 4 ENGINE. SHUT DOWN AND DISCHARGED FIRE AGENT AS. SECURED LOOSE SECTION OF AFT FIRE LOOP, RAN ENGINE FOR SEVER
- [SDR 95ZZZX3417](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3417), Jun 16, 1995: CONTROL VALVE. FAILED. DFW/YIP - LANDING GEAR WOULD NOT RETRACT. AFTER SEVERAL TRIES, GEAR CAME UP. REMOVED AND REPLACED MAIN GEAR DOOR MANUAL CONTROL VALVE IAW DACA MM 32-4-8. OPS CH
- [SDR 95ZZZX3421](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3421), Jun 13, 1995: CLAMP. LOOSE. DURING CRUISE, EXPERIENCED INTERMITTENT FIRE WARNING ON NR 3 ENGINE WHICH CEASED UPON POWER REDUCTION AND RECURRED DURING DESCENT INTO SJC. INSPECTION REVEALED 
- [SDR 95ZZZM93](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZM93), Jun 6, 1995: STATIC LINE. LOOSE. ON DEPARTURE MIAMI, CAPTAIN'S AIRSPEED AND ALT INOP. RETURNED AND LANDED MIAMI WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION FOUND LOOSE STATIC LINE AT CAPTAIN ALTIMETER TIGHTEN
- [SDR 95ZZZM92](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZM92), May 26, 1995: HYDRAULIC PUMP. FAILED. ON APPROACH MIAMI EXPERIENCED LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID. SHUTDOWN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. NOTIFIED MIAMI TOWER AND LANDED MIAMI WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED FL
- [SDR 95ZZZZ242](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZZ242), May 16, 1995: FIRE LOOP. DIRTY. ENGINE NR 1 IN FLIGHT FIRE WARNING. COMPLIED WITH ALL CHECK LISTS, ENGINE SHUTDOWN AT 1650Z. FOUND B-NUT UNSCREWED ON I/B CASCADE, RESECURED. LOWER FIRE LOOP CO
- [SDR CKSA95022](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA95022), May 10, 1995: SWITCH. MALFUNCTIONED. YIP-PHL - ON GEAR RETRACTION GEAR UNSAFE AND MAIN GEAR DOOR LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. RECYCLED THE GEAR. REMOVED AND REPLACED MAIN LANDING GEAR DOOR SWITCH, 
- [SDR CKSA95021](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA95021), May 9, 1995: SWITCHES. DIRTY. YIP-PHL - UPON INITIAL GEAR RETRACTION GEAR AND DOOR INDICATOR LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. AFTER SECOND GEAR RETRACTION LIGHTS EXTINGUISHED. OPERATIONS NORMAL,
- [SDR 95ZZZZ235](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZZ235), May 5, 1995: SENSOR. DENTED. AFTER TAKEOFF FROM MIAMI, RECEIVED FIRE WARNING ON NR 2 ENGINE. RETURNED TO MIAMI AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED A DENTED SENSOR ON RT AFT COW
- [SDR 95ZZZZ236](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZZ236), May 4, 1995: WIRE. LOOSE. ON DESCENT TO MIAMI, RECEIVED FIRE WARNING ON NR 2 ENGINE, REDUCED POWER AND FIRE WARNING CEASED. LANDED MIAMI WITHOUT INCIDENT. REPAIRED BROKEN WIRE ON RT FWD 
- [SDR 95ZZZX2312](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX2312), Apr 21, 1995: DOOR. DAMAGED. PTY - AFTER TAKEOFF, RECEIVED LEFT MLG UNSAFE LIGHT. RETURNED TO PTY. INITIAL INSPECTION REVEALED LEFT MLG DOOR DAMAGE. REMOVED LEFT MLG DOOR AND FERRIED AIRCRA
- [SDR 95ZZZX1948](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1948), Apr 7, 1995: ELBOW. CRACKED. MIAMI - ON DESCENT, EXPERIENCED LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID AND PRESSURE, EXECUTED EMERGENCY CHECK LIST. LANDING MIA WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION FOUND ELBOW FITTIN
- [SDR 95ZZZX1947](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1947), Mar 31, 1995: HOOK ASSY. DRY LUBE. BOG - AFTER TAKEOFF, RECEIVED LEFT MLG UNSAFE LIGHT. RETURNED TO BOG. LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INSPECTION REVEALED LT MLG UPLATCH STUCK IN UNLATCH POSITION. LUB

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (148, 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 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 SA3169NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3169NM): Installation of floor proximity emergency escape marking system. Bruce Aerospace Inc
- [STC SA3166SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3166SO): Installation of an Expanded parameters Digital Flight Data Recorder. Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC ST01078AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01078AT): Installation of an expanded, 17-parameters, Allied Signal, or Loral-Fairchild, Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR). Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC ST01174CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01174CH): Installation of UPS Aviation Technologies ADS-B provisions and Honeywell Mode-S System. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies, Inc
- [STC ST01936WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01936WI): Installation of LED lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC
- [STC SA2534SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2534SW-D): Replacement of Switch assembly Int'l Inflatables Co. P/N 68748, with DME Corp. P/N L-140 in emergency evacuation slide lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc. Lists DC-8 Series
- [STC SA2539SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2539SW-D): Replacement of light assembly, International Inflatables Co. P/N68555-1 with DME Corp. EL-104, EL-104A, and EL-104B in emergency slide lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc. Lists DC-8 Series
- [STC SA863EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA863EA): Incorporation of DME Corporation emergency evacuation slide lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc. Lists DC-8 Series
- [STC ST02580AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02580AT): Lithium cell battery pack to replace currently approved alkaline battery pack used in escape slide emergency light system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc
- [STC SA3421NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3421NM): Installation of Hughes-Avicom video entertainment system. Burrana Inc. Lists DC-8 Series
- [STC ST00347BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00347BO): Modification to upgrade a BendixKing CAS 67A TCAS II system to CAS 67B TCAS II Change 7.1. Pro Star Aviation, LLC
- [STC SA3140SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3140SO): Installation of a replacement coalescer filter, P/N 22D10 or 22D10-2. Purolator Facet, Inc
- [STC SA228EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA228EA): Installation of Inflight Motion Picture system. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST01067LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01067LA): Installation of Litton LTR-97 fiber optic gyro systems. Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation
- [STC SA1511GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1511GL): Installation of Type "C" containers. ABX Air Incorporated
- [STC SA1462GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1462GL): Installation of ABX Cargo Handling System. ABX Air Incorporated
- [STC SA3496NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3496NM): Installation of ABX-C Cargo Container assembly. Airborne Express Air Inc
- [STC ST369CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST369CH): Approve autopilot and/or flight director coupled approach with 35 landing flap selection. ABX Air Incorporated
- [STC SA1033WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1033WE): Installation of either single or dual Collins AL-101 Radio Altimeter System(s) in accordance with FAA Approved United Air Lines Report Nos. F-1038 and No. F-1054. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA1034WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1034WE): Installation control and annunciation circuitry to implement Flight Director "Go-Around" command modes in accordance with the UAL FAA approved drawing list dated August 11, 1965, revised August 16, 1965. UAL FAA approved Airplane Flight Manual Supplementary Log of pages as listed. Type Manual Approved Dated Appendix DC-8-21, 31, 32, 33 SM 23889 1-19-60, 3-60, 2-1-60 and V 11-28-60 respectively DC-8-51, 52, 53 LB 30582 10-10-61, 4-28-61 and 4-28-61 resp. VII DC-8-51, 52, 53 LB 30757 1-26-62 IV DC-8F-54, 55 LB 31180 1-29-63, 6-19-64 respectively IV. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA1080WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1080WE): Installation of cargo bins and seat track adaptors per United Air Lines Approved Drawing List No. COA T-2115 revised October 11, 1965, or later FAA approved revisions. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA1184WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1184WE): Installation - Cockpit Voice Recorder, United Data Control, Inc., per approved United Air Lines Report No. F-1067 for the DC-8F-54 and DC-8F-55 and Report No. F-1015 for DC-8-12, -21, -31, -32, -33, -51, -52. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA1538WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1538WE): Installation of Fairchild Model 13920-301 or 15630-601 Flight Data Recorder and Honeywell P/N 180 VI Central Air Data Computer in accordance with FAA Approved United Air Lines Report F-1174 dated September 8, 1967, revised November 13, 1967, or later FAA approved revision. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA1603WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1603WE): Replacement of DC-8 reverser system - primary reverser cover door - JT3D engine with improved door designed and fabricated by United Air Lines. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA1830WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1830WE): Installation of aft facing cabin attendant seat at approximately station 450. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA2211WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2211WE): Installation of Bendix Third Attitude Indicator to meet the requirements of 14 CFR 121.305(j). United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA2284WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2284WE): Alternate Seating Arrangement in accordance with FAA Approved United Air Lines Drawing List COA 2-4097 or later FAA approved revisions. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA2333WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2333WE): Provides for the interchangeability and installation of door mounted inflatable emergency slides in accordance with FAA Approved United Air Lines Drawing No. 15F-4593. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA2573WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2573WE): Installation of interior modifications. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA2827WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2827WE-D): Installation of Collins FPC-75 part number 622-2615-012 or 622-2615-212 Ground Proximity Warning System Computer in conformance with United Airlines DAS-1-WE Approved Master List of drawings and documents for STC No. SA2827WE-D dated February 26, 1979 or later approved revisions. An alternate approved configuration consists of part number 622-2615-011 Rev. N or part number 622-2615-211 GPWS computer and a part number 622-2668-011 Barometric Altitude Computer installed in conformance with DAS-1-WE Approved Master List of drawings and related documents or later FAA approved revision (Continued on page 3.). United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA2835WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2835WE-D): Installation of enclosed overhead stowage compartments, improved ceiling and sidewall lighting, relocation of motion picture project compartment refurbishment in accordance with United Airlines Drawing List No. COA 2-4629. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA3026WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3026WE-D): Revise interior arrangement to increase coach seating in accordance with United Air Lines, Inc. Drawing List No. COA 2-4784, or later FAA approved revisions. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA3030WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3030WE-D): Install a carry-on baggage module. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA3033WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3033WE-D): Revise interior arrangement to increase coach seating in accordance with DAS-1-WE Approved United Air Lines, Inc. Drawing List COA 2-4857 and COA 2-4858 amended in accordance with DAS-1-WE Approved United Air Lines Drawing List dated June 3, 1977, or later FAA approved revisions. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA305EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA305EA): A) Inflight Motion Picture System provisions in accordance with Lockheed Report 2580, Rev. 7, dated October 1964 and Electro Magnetic Compatibility, Lockheed Report 2573, Rev. 2, dated October 1964. (Report 2580 Rev. 7 dated October 1963 is equivalent to EM 1800 Section Report 2580 Rev. 20 dated November 1964). (B) Inflight Motion Picture System provision in 3 Class DC-8 in accordance with EM 1801 Section of Lockheed Report 2580 Rev. 30, December 1964 and Electro Magnetic Compatibility Lockheed Report 2573, Rev. 9, dated November 1964. This installation must be accomplished on aircraft with STC SA759WE installed. (Report 2580 Rev. dated December 30, 1964, same as Rev. dated December 10, 1964, with E.O. 19472, 19473, 19474, 19475, 19487). ( See Continuation on Page 3). United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA3189WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3189WE): Installation of United Air Lines NLG orifice support tube assembly P/N 6F13548-501 and -502 per FAA Approved United Air Lines Drawing No. 6F13548, Rev. "B" dated January 10, 1977, or later FAA approved revisions as an equivalent replacement for McDonnell Douglas NLG orifice support tube P/N 5598184 and 5717019. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA3357WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3357WE-D): Retrofit of fuel quantity indicators and totalizers, Gull Airborne, Instruments, Inc. part numbers 206-009 and 206-016 series. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA4-1363](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1363): Interior configurations as described on United Air Lines Approved Master Drawing List No. COA 20-25-20 Sheets No. 1 through 5. (DC-8, 2-class configurations). United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA4-918](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-918): 1. Aircraft wiring in accordance with Douglas Aircraft Co. Service Change #17 (UAL COA-0-1456) to provide an operational Aircraft Flight Data Rrecorder conforming to CAR Amendment 40-6, paragraph 40.208 with the following additions to assure recording of data during takeoff and landing roll: a. Relay to provide automatic start of recording when nose landing gear reaches airborne condition on takeoff. b. Time delay relay to turn off recorder one minute after nose landing gear reaches "on ground" condition, on landing. c. Installation of standard toggle switch on Systems Engineer's Console, to permit Second Officer to turn on recorder at start of takeoff run. 2. Install Waste King Flight Data Recorder #5424, TSO-C51. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA479WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA479WE): Installation of Cargo Bins and Adapters in the passenger cabin. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA611WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA611WE): Interior configuration - 120 passenger single class 5-abreast seating per United Air Lines approved drawing lists: COA 2-2083 (Sheet #1 Revision February 17, 1964, Sheet #2 dated December 4, 1963, Sheet #3 Revision dated February 27, 1964 and, COA 2-2099 Revision dated December 17, 1963). United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA65WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA65WE): Installation of a cockpit hydraulic replenishing system. See 15F-2044 Chg. B, 9F-4813 Chg. C, 6F-8140 Chg. C, 6F-8130 Chg. B, 3F-9025 Chg. A, 3F-9022, 3F-9023 Chg. A, IF-9882, 6F-8141 Chg. C. COA-2-1534 (ERs 1 - 4), App. V(UAL) to AFM SM-23889, App. IV (UAL) to AFM SM-23891, App. VII(UAL) to AFM LB-30582 or later FAA approved revisions. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA759WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA759WE): Interior configuration as described on United Air Lines Master Drawing List No. COA 2-2458 Sheets No. 1 through 11 (DC-8, 3-class configurations). United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA855WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA855WE): Installation - Passenger Entertainment System - Stereo and Monaural Tape Deck Audio per FAA Approved United Air Lines Report No. F-971. United Airlines Inc
- [STC SA906WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA906WE): Modification of R. H. forward lounge as described by United Air Lines Approved Drawing List No. COA 2-2450 dated March 4, 1965, or later FAA approved revisions. United Airlines Inc
- [STC ST00543AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00543AT): Increase in aircraft operating weights(Maximum takeoff weight - 315,000 lbs., maximum landing weight - 217,000 lbs., maximum zero fuel weight - 203,000 lbs.) (DC-8-51 s/n 45855 only). Aircraft Modification Design Services
- [STC ST00558AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00558AT): Increase in aircraft operating weights (Maximum takeoff weight - 315,000 lbs., maximum landing weight - 217,000 lbs., maximum zero fuel weight - 203,000 lbs.) (DC-8-51 s/n 45410 only). Aircraft Modification Design Services
- [STC ST00617AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00617AT): Increase in aircraft operating weights(maximum takeoff weight - 315,000 lbs., maximum landing weight - 217,000 lbs., maximum zero fuel weight - 203,000 lbs. (DC-8-51 s/n 45935 only). Aircraft Modification Design Services
- [STC ST01170AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01170AT): ONE ONLY STC, SN 45685: Increase in aircraft operating weights. Aircraft Modification Design Services

All 148: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-51/stcs.md

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Mcdonnell Douglas DC-8-51](https://openairdocs.org/model/mcdonnell-douglas-dc-8-51): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 302192B

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