# Douglas DC-8-55 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 3021927 - Manufacturer (registry): DOUGLAS - Model: DC-8-55 - 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-8-55 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 2014-22-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-22-10): Fuselage · Boeing DC-8-55, DC-8-61, DC-8-61F and 12 more. Effective Jan 2, 2015 - [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 2008-06-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-06-23): Aft fuselage skin panel · Boeing DC-8-55, DC-8-61, DC-8-61F and 12 more. Effective Apr 22, 2008 - [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 2007-21-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-21-18): Flat aft pressure bulkhead · Boeing DC-8-53, DC-8-55, DC-8-61 and 13 more. Effective Nov 28, 2007 - [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 2001-06-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-06-04): Lower Wing Skin · Boeing DC-8-33, DC-8-42, DC-8-55 and 1 more. Effective Apr 9, 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 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 2007-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-02-02) (historical): Aft fuselage skin panel · McDonnell Douglas DC-8-55, DC-8-61, DC-8-61F and 12 more. Effective Feb 28, 2007 - [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 139: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-55/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 None matched to aircraft with this model. ## 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 19981125043549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19981125043549I), Nov 25, 1998: Doug DC855 (N807CK), Seattle, WA, Minor damage. (-5)Aircraft late arriving, no estimated time of arrival communication with ground handlers, heavy rain falling, crew not sure where to park, aircraft went to… - [Incident 19891122063299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891122063299I), Nov 22, 1989: Doug DC855 (N807CK), Rochester, NY. Low hydraulic quantity. Crew used emergency procedures. Landed safely. Replaced buss priority panel. ## Service difficulty reports (126, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR K4HA99099](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/K4HA99099), Dec 18, 1999: BALLAST. FAILED. SJS - FLT 14949 - SMOKE COMING FROM F/O RAIN REMOVAL HANDLE AREA. INSPECTED AND FOUND BURNED BALLAST FOR MAIN INSTRUMENT LIGHTS. REMOVED CANNON PLUG AND STOWED - [SDR CKSA98012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA98012), Feb 12, 1998: FIRE LOOP. CHAFFING. NR 2 ENG FIRE LIGHT ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY INFLIGHT ACCOMPANIED BY BELL, SYSTEM CHECKS OK. FOUND FIRE LOOP CHAFING. REPOSITIONED RUBBER GROMMET, CLEANED CAN - [SDR CKSA98013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA98013), Jan 6, 1998: SWITCH. FAILED. THIRTY MINS AFTER T/O, RIGHT LANDING GEAR LIGHT ILLUMINATED (GOOD UPLATCH CHECK PRIOR TO THIS). FOUND PUSH PIN AT RIGHT GEAR DOWN AND LOCK SWITCH. REPAIRED AND - [SDR CKSA97177](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97177), Apr 4, 1997: O-RING. FAILED. ON BASE LEG DURING FLAP EXTENSION AILERON REVERSION LIGHT INTERMITTENT AND YOKE WENT INTO MANUAL REVERSION. CHECKLIST ACCOMPLISHED AND EMERGENCY DECLARED FOR PR - [SDR CKSA97171](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97171), Mar 24, 1997: DOUBLER. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION. HEAVY CORROSION ON FINGER DOUBLER OUTBOARD OF STRINGER 31 LT FS 1260. CUT OUT AREA AND INSTALLED REPAIR I - [SDR CKSA97170](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97170), Mar 24, 1997: SKIN. CORRODED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION INNER SKIN CORRODED AT FS 840 BELOW LONGERON 22L. REPAIRED CORRODED AREA IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2487 EA 97-01 - [SDR CKSA97169](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97169), Mar 24, 1997: FRAME. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 1140 FRAME AT STRINGER 36. REPAIRED IAW AIA/E/2517 AND DC8 SRM 51-1-20D EA 97-013A. CORROSION TASK CARD - [SDR CKSA97168](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97168), Mar 24, 1997: FLANGE. DAMAGED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEFT HAND WING LOWER ACCESS PANEL FLANGE DAMAGED OUTBOARD MAIN LANDING GEAR DOOR. REPAIRED LEFT HAND WING LOWER ACCESS PANEL - [SDR CKSA97167](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97167), Mar 24, 1997: ACCESS DOOR. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 4 PYLON ACCESS DOOR 411 CRACKED AT SEVERAL FASTENER HOLES. REPAIRED IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2505 SRM 51-1-8, 51-1-20D EA 97- - [SDR CKSA97166](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97166), Mar 24, 1997: WEB. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION LEFT HAND WHEEL WELL OVERHEAD WEB ABOVE LONGERON 24 BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND FITTINGS. REPAIRED WEB IAW AIA SKE - [SDR CKSA97165](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97165), Mar 24, 1997: DOUBLER. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 4 PYLON ACCESS DOOR 407 DOUBLER CRACKED AT UPPER FASTENER HOLE. REPAIRED DAMAGE TO ACCESS DOOR DOUBLER IAW SKETCH AIA/E/2 - [SDR CKSA97164](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97164), Mar 24, 1997: DOUBLER. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION. HEAVY CORROSION ON FINGER DOUBLER OUTBOARD OF STRINGER 31LT FS 1280. CUT OUT DAMAGE AND INSTALLED REPAIR - [SDR CKSA97163](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97163), Mar 24, 1997: SPAR WEB. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 1 PYLON UPPER SPAR WEB CRACKED UNDER DOUBLER OUTBOARD SIDE APPROXIMATELY STA YOP244. INSTALLED REPAIR AS PER AIA/E/2491 E - [SDR CKSA97162](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97162), Mar 24, 1997: FITTING. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEFT HAND WHEEL WELL ABOVE FORWARD END OF LONGERON 24 FITTING CRACKED. REMOVED AND REPLACED FITTING IAW SRM 51-01-20 AND 51- - [SDR CKSA97161](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97161), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FLOORBEAM UPPER FORWARD FLANGE STA 822 RIGHT SIDE. REMOVED CORROSION OUT OF LIMITS. INSTALLED DOUBLER IAW A - [SDR CKSA97160](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97160), Mar 24, 1997: SKIN. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION LEFT HAND WING UPPER SURFACE SKIN THICKNESS EXCEEDS LIMITS AT XRS535.00. REMOVED MINOR EXISTING CORROSION - [SDR CKSA97159](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97159), Mar 24, 1997: SPAR CAP. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION NR 3 PYLON UPPER OUTBOARD SPAR CAP CRACKED AT STA YIP230. INSTALLED REPAIR TO UPPER OUTBOARD SPAR CAP IAW - [SDR CKSA97158](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97158), Mar 24, 1997: ANGLE. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 857 LBL 25 TO RBL 60 SHEAR WEB TO FLOORBEAM ATTACH ANGLE CORRODED. CLEANED AND TREATED CORROSION IAW DC - [SDR CKSA97157](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97157), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 1200 RBL 40 FLOORBEAM. REPAIRED IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2516 EA 97-013. C-1 CHECK INSPECTION WORK CARD NUMB - [SDR CKSA97156](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97156), Mar 24, 1997: SKIN. CORRODED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION NR 3 TC DOOR OUTER SKIN SEVERAL AREAS. REPAIRED TC DOOR PER ENGINEERING DRAWING NUMBER 25128090, AIA SKETCH - [SDR CKSA97155](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97155), Mar 24, 1997: SKIN. CORRODED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION NR 4 TC DOOR OUTER SKIN SEVERAL AREAS. REPAIRED TC DOOR PER ENGINEERING DRAWING NUMBER 25128090, AIA SKETCH - [SDR CKSA97154](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97154), Mar 24, 1997: CUSP. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 879 TO 800 RIGHT CUSP. REMOVED AND REPLACED RIGHT CUSP AND REPAIRED IAW DC8 SRM 51-1-0 AND AIA SKETCH A - [SDR CKSA97153](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97153), Mar 24, 1997: SHEAR WEB. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 879 RBL 60 SHEAR WEB. REMOVED AND REPLACED FS 879 RBL 60 SHEAR WEB IAW DC8 SRM 51-1-0 AND 51-1-21, 51-1 - [SDR CKSA97152](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97152), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 879 RBL 60 ON LOWER LEG OF FLOORBEAM. REMOVED CORROSION, FOUND TO BE OUT OF LIMITS IAW DC8 SRM 53-2-0 A - [SDR CKSA97151](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97151), Mar 24, 1997: ANGLE. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 980 LONGERON 34-35RT LOWER ANGLE. REPAIRED ANGLE IAW AIA/E/2510 AND DC8 SRM 51-1-20D AND EA 97-013. COR - [SDR CKSA97150](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97150), Mar 24, 1997: RIB. CRACKED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND RIGHT HAND WING TRAILING EDGE (FLAPWELL) HAS A CRACKED RIB FRAME AT XRS303. REPAIRED FRAME AT XRS303 TRAILING EDGE RIGHT HAND - [SDR CKSA97149](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97149), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 879 RBL 60 FLOORBEAM CORRODED. REMOVED CORROSION OUT OF LIMITS IAW 53-2-0. INSTALLED REPAIR DOUBLER IAW - [SDR CKSA97148](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97148), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 834 LBL 50 ON FLOORBEAM FORWARD SIDE. REPAIRED IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2493 EA 97-013. CORROSION TASK CARD - [SDR CKSA97147](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97147), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 834 LBL 45 FLOORBEAM CORRODED. REPAIRED FLOORBEAM IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2493 EA 97-013. CORROSION TASK C - [SDR CKSA97146](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97146), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 798 LBL 45 AND 50 ON FLOORBEAM AFT SIDE. REPAIRED FLOORBEAM IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2493 EA 97-013. CORROS - [SDR CKSA97145](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97145), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 759 LBL 25 AT SEAT TRACK BOLTS. REPAIRED FLOORBEAM IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2492 EA 97-013. CORROSION TASK - [SDR CKSA97144](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97144), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 742 LBL 25 AT SEAT TRACK. REPAIRED FLOORBEAM IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2492 EA 97-013. CORROSION TASK CARD N - [SDR CKSA97143](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97143), Mar 24, 1997: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 702 LBL 25 AT SEAT TRACK BOLTS ON FLOORBEAM. REPAIRED FLOORBEAM AS PER AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2492 EA 97-013. - [SDR CKSA97142](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97142), Mar 24, 1997: A FRAME. CRACKED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND RIGHT HAND AILERON A-FRAME IS CRACKED (3RD A FRAME FROM INBOARD). INSTALLED REPAIR PER AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2481 EA 97-013. C-1 C - [SDR CKSA97141](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97141), Mar 24, 1997: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 834 RBL 45 SEAT TRACK. REMOVED SEAT TRACK, FOUND FLOORBEAM CORRODED. REMOVED CORROSION FOUND OUT OF LIM - [SDR CKSA97140](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97140), Mar 24, 1997: SKIN. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND RIGHT HAND LOWER WING AT CENTER SPAR XRS74.849 WING SURFACE IS CRACKED. REPAIRED CRACK XRS 74.849 RIGHT HAND LOWER WING IAW - [SDR CKSA97139](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97139), Mar 24, 1997: ANGLE. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 1 PYLON OUTBOARD UPPER SPAR CAP CRACKED APPROXIMATELY STA YOP223 VIEWED THROUGH PANEL 110. REMOVED AND INSTALLED NEW ANGL - [SDR CKSA97138](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97138), Mar 24, 1997: FRAME. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION. FS 1260 LEFT HAND CUSP AND FRAME CORRODED RIVET HEAD BLOWED OFF. CUT OUT AREA WITH EXFOLIATION CORROSION. - [SDR CKSA97137](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97137), Mar 24, 1997: ANGLE. CORRODED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION FS 1616 LEFT SIDE VERTICAL STABILIZER TO FUSELAGE ATTACH ANGLE CORRODED. REPAIRED IAW SKETCH AIA/E/2528 EA - [SDR CKSA97136](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97136), Mar 24, 1997: LONGERON. CORRODED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND LEVEL 2 CORROSION, REMOVED LEFT HAND LONGERON 24. REMOVED AND REPLACED LONGERON 24 IAW SRM 51-1-0 DOUGLAS PROCEDURE'S 51-1-2 - [SDR CKSA97135](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97135), Mar 24, 1997: WEB. CRACKED. DURING C-2 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 4 PYLON STA YOP244 OUTBOARD SIDE WEB HAS A 3 INCH CRACK. STOP DRILLED CRACK, INSTALLED REPAIR IAW AIA SKETCH AIA/E/2522, S - [SDR CKSA97134](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97134), Mar 24, 1997: STIFFENER. CRACKED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND RIGHT HAND WING FRONT SPAR HAS A STIFFENER BRACKET CRACKED (AT BOTTOM) AT XFS522 INBOARD NR 4 ENGINE. REMOVED AND REPLACED RI - [SDR CKSA97133](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97133), Mar 24, 1997: DOUBLER. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 4 PYLON DOOR 412 CUTOUT CRACKED INNER AND OUTER DOUBLER STA YOP208 UPPER SPAR AREA, NR 4 PYLON UPPER OUTBOARD SPAR CAP CR - [SDR CKSA97132](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97132), Mar 24, 1997: SPAR CAP. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 1 PYLON UPPER INBOARD SPAR CAP CRACKED PAST STOP DRILL AT UPPER AND APPROXIMATELY STA YOP254. INSTALLED REPAIR ON UPPER S - [SDR CKSA97131](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97131), Mar 24, 1997: BRACKET. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND BRACKET INBOARD SIDE OF NR 1 PYLON AT SLOT ATTACH AREA CRACKED. INSTALLED BRACKET INBOARD SIDE NR 1 PYLON, SLOT ATTACH AREA, - [SDR CKSA97130](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97130), Mar 24, 1997: ATTACH PLATE. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 1 PYLON CAP ATTACH PLATE INBOARD SIDE CRACKED TWO PLACES APPROXIMATELY STA YOP270. REMOVED AND REPLACED ATTACH PLATE INBO - [SDR CKSA97129](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97129), Mar 24, 1997: ANGLE. CRACKED. DURING CPCP CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 1 PYLON CAP SUPPORT RIB OUTBOARD ATTACH ANGLE CRACKED APPROXIMATELY STA YOP212. REMOVED AND REPLACED OUTBOARD SUPPORT RIB - [SDR CKSA97128](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97128), Mar 24, 1997: SKIN. CRACKED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 1 PYLON CRACKED PYLON STUB WING LOWER SKIN DOUBLER AT XFS552.00 AND XFS454.00. REMOVED AND INSTALLED SKIN DOUBLER XFS552.0 - [SDR CKSA97127](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97127), Mar 24, 1997: SKIN. CRACKED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND CRACKED PYLON STUB WING LOWER SKIN AT XFS552 AND XFS542 NR 1 PYLON. REMOVED AND INSTALLED SKIN DOUBLER IAW SRM 51-1-0 AND INS - [SDR CKSA97126](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CKSA97126), Mar 24, 1997: BRACKET. CRACKED. DURING C-1 CHECK INSPECTION, FOUND NR 1 PYLON CRACKED PYLON BRACKET AT XFS542.50 AT FORWARD AND AFT END ALONG BENDS (2 EACH CRACKS APPROXIMATELY 1.0 INCHES AT A All 126: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-55/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (120, 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 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 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 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 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 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 SA3030WE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3030WE-D): Install a carry-on baggage module. 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 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 SA1063SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1063SO): Installation of forward cargo door. Aeronautical Engineers Inc - [STC SA1088SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1088SO): Installation of a cargo interior. Aeronautical Engineers, Inc - [STC SA794SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA794SO): Installation of a cargo pallet loading and restraint system. Aeronautical Engineers, Inc - [STC SA2082SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2082SO): Installation of fuselage window plugs. Kosola & Associates Inc - [STC ST844SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST844SO): Installation of cargo interior. Aeronautical Engineers, Inc - [STC ST02540AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02540AT-D): Installation of replacement fuel tank sealant system. FFC Manufacturing - [STC ST01220AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01220AT): Installation of a Dual Trimble Model TNL-8100 Global Positioning System. Avionics Group Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC ST01380AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01380AT): Installation of QTV Stage 3 Plus Hushkit. Quiet Technology Venture Ltd - [STC SA1076NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1076NE): Installation of Aerofex livestock carrier P/N TS-QA-400 platform and panel system using size A or size M Class II pallet. Equine Air Transport Systems LLC - [STC ST127CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST127CH): Installation of strobe upper anticollision light, P/N 30-1585-1. Honeywell International Inc - [STC ST01791CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01791CH): Install reinforced flightdeck door and venting system as defined in Drawing List FDS-DL16 latest FAA approved revision per Cockpit Door System Installation Manual FDS-16 latest FAA approved revisions. National Aircraft Service Inc - [STC ST01181LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01181LA): Installation of modifications to the 9-G rigid barrier, cargo door surround structure and other attendant modifications. Structural Integrity Engineering - [STC ST09247SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09247SC): Installation of dual Universal UNS-1D FMS/GPS navigation systems. Aircraft Systems & Mfg - [STC SA5971NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5971NM): Installation of flame reistant cargo covers. Air Transport International LLC - [STC ST01163CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01163CH): Installation of an AlliedSignal CAS67A traffic alert and collision avoidance system (TCAS II). EAD Inc - [STC ST01004NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01004NY): Installation of cargo restraint straps. Airline Container Manufacturing Co Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC ST01631CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01631CH): Installation of a vent door in a main cabin window of DC-8 airplanes modified with a Cargo Door per STC SA1832SO. National Aircraft Service Inc - [STC ST01188LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01188LA): Installation of upper and lower red anti-collision light. Responsible ACO is Los Angeles, NM-L. BF Goodrich Aerospace. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA1296GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1296GL): Installation of Norton Radome kit No. 4784CX. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corp - [STC ST09336SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09336SC): Installation of Innovative System and Support, Inc, Altitude Control System (ACS), Digital Air Data Computer, Altimeter, Airspeed Indicator, and Altitude Alerter. Aircraft Systems & Mfg - [STC ST01253CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01253CH): Installation of a Pneumatic Air Cycle system. National Aircraft Service Inc - [STC ST01866AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01866AT): Installation of a Collins Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System, along with a Dual Mode-S transponder. General Aerospace, Inc All 120: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-55/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Mcdonnell Douglas DC-8-55](https://openairdocs.org/model/mcdonnell-douglas-dc-8-55): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 302192K --- 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.