# Douglas DC-8-52 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 3021922 - Manufacturer (registry): DOUGLAS - Model: DC-8-52 - 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-8-52 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 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 - [AD 96-02-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-02-06): AFM - Limitations - Windshear · BAE Systems Avro 146-RJ100A, Avro 146-RJ70A, Avro 146-RJ85A and 59 more. Effective Feb 26, 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 All 133: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-52/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 (2) 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 LAX66A0049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX66A0049), Dec 22, 1965: Douglas DC-8 (N8061U), San Diego, CA, no damage - [NTSB NYC66A0092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC66A0092), Oct 9, 1965: Douglas DC-8 (N8060U), Los Angeles, CA, no 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. - [Incident 19790527028029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790527028029I), May 27, 1979: Doug DC852 (N800EV), Las Vegas, CA. Three passengers injured due to inflight turbulence. - [Incident 19780417010879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780417010879I), Apr 17, 1978: Doug DC852 (N800EV), Jamaica, NY. Aircraft returned for landing due to jammed rudder trim. ## Service difficulty reports (10) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 99ZZZX163](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX163), Nov 11, 1998: SUPPORT. CRACKED. AFTER REMOVING SUPPORT ASSY ON A DC-8 INBOARD AILERON, CRACKS WERE NOTED ON 3 SUPPORT ASSEMBLIES. THE CRACKS WERE NOTED ON THE UPPER HOLES WHERE THE FITTING ASS - [SDR CKSA98009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA98009), Feb 5, 1998: SWITCH. MALFUNCTION. LEFT GEAR UNSAFE LIGHT ON AT ALL TIMES UNTIL DOWN AND LOCKED. REPLACED LEFT GEAR DOOR SWITCH. SYSTEM OPS CHECKS NORMAL IAW MM CHAPTER 32-7. - [SDR CKSA98010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA98010), Feb 4, 1998: SWITCH. MALFUNCTION. LT GEAR UNSAFE LIGHT ON AT ALL TIMES WITH GEAR UP AND LOCKED. WHEN GEAR PLACED IN DOWN POSITION LIGHT WENT OUT WHEN IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN ON. OK WITH GEAR DOWN AN - [SDR CKSA97311](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97311), Jun 10, 1997: SPAR CAP. CRACKED. DURING ACCOMPLISHMENT OF AD 90-16-05 SB 57-72 R-3, FOUND UPPER FRONT SPAR CAP FORWARD FLANGE RIGHT HAND WING HAS CRACKS OF 1 INCH LENGTH XFS 25, 1.75 INCH LENGT - [SDR CKSA97310](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97310), Jun 10, 1997: SPAR CAP. CRACKED. DURING ACCOMPLISHMENT OF AD 90-16-05 SB 57-30 R-4, FOUND LOWER FRONT SPAR CAP FORWARD FLANGE RIGHT HAND WING HAS TWO CRACKS OF .25 INCH LENGTH XFS 56 AND .125 I - [SDR CKSA97004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97004), Jan 14, 1997: PRESSURIZATION. MALFUNCTIONED. FL29,000 FT CABIN CONTINUED TO CLIMB TO 10,000 FT AND COULD NOT BE CONTROLLED. INITIALLY CABIN HAD A DIFFERENTIAL OF 7.6 DURING CLIMB BEFORE IT STARTED CLIMBING - [SDR CKSA97001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97001), Jan 6, 1997: TURBO COMP. MALFUNCTIONED. LOSS OF PRESSURIZATION AT ALTITUDE APPROX FL340, UNABLE TO PRESSURIZE IN AUTO OR MANUAL. AIA ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ACCOMPLISHED. OPERATION OF NR 4 T - [SDR CKSA96122](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA96122), Aug 27, 1996: BALLAST. FAILED. SMELLED ELECTRICAL BURNING ODOR LIKE FLUORESCENT LIGHT BALLAST. TURNED ALL LIGHTS OFF, TURNED ALL LIGHTS BACK ON ONE AT A TIME EXCEPT FLUORESCENT LIGHTS AND SME - [SDR CKSA95147](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA95147), Dec 14, 1995: FIRE LOOP. DIRTY. KBYH - AT APPROXIMATELY THREE MINUTES AFTER TAKEOFF WE HAD A FIRE WARNING AND BELL ON NR 2 ENGINE. WE PERFORMED EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR ENGINE FIRE. FIRE WARNI - [SDR CKSA95141](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA95141), Nov 9, 1995: FIRE LOOP. BROKEN. KCLE - FLT 68675 - ON SHORT APPROACH INTO CLE, HAD FIRE INDICATION ON NR 2 ENGINE. ACCOMPLISHED ALL APPROPRIATE CHECK LISTS. PULLED NR 2 FIRE HANDLES, DISCHARGE ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (137, 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 SA448NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA448NW): Installation of New Look Interior Conversion Kit. Safran Cabin 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 SA2076SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2076SO): Installation of emergency escape path lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc - [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 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 SA1126NW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1126NW-D): Seat mix change from 113 passenber dual class configuration to 186 passenger all coach charter configuration. Installation in accordance with DAS-1-WE United Air Lines Drawing List No. 1126 dated August 16, 1981, 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 SA2316WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2316WE): Revised interior arrangement to an all-tourist, 149 passenger configuration in accordance with FAA Approved United Air Lines Drawing List No. COA 2-4133 amended to include DC-8-21 and DAS-1-WE Approved United Air Lines Drawing List per COA 2-4955. 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 SA3027WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3027WE-D): Revise interior arrangement to twenty-one rows of coach seating in accordance with DAS-1-WE United Air Lines Drawing List No. COA 2-4826 dated April 26, 1976, 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 SA3945WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3945WE-D): Installation of a DC-8-51 landing gear on DC-8-52 airplane. 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 All 137: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-52/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Mcdonnell Douglas DC-8-52](https://openairdocs.org/model/mcdonnell-douglas-dc-8-52): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 302192D --- 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.