# Douglas DC-8-72 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 302199B - Manufacturer (registry): DOUGLAS - Model: DC-8-72 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 4 · Turbo-jet - Seats: 152 - Weight class: 20,000 lb and over - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 4A25](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/4A25) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: The Boeing Company - Registered aircraft: 1 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-72 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 2009-08-02](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 2007-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-13-02): Sump heater, scavenge valve, and scavenge pump · Boeing DC-8-62, DC-8-62F, DC-8-63 and 4 more. Effective Jul 25, 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 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 2001-24-34](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-24-34): Generator Power Feeder Cables, Supporting Brackets, and Clamps at all the Engine Pylons · Boeing DC-8-71, DC-8-72 and DC-8-73. Effective Jan 16, 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 2001-08-16](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 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 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 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 2004-06-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-06-06) (historical): Lower cargo doorjamb corners · McDonnell Douglas DC-8-71, DC-8-71F, DC-8-72 and 3 more. Effective Apr 29, 2004 - [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 88-11-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-11-03) (historical): Generator Cables · McDonnell Douglas DC-8-71, DC-8-71F, DC-8-72 and 3 more. Effective Jun 3, 1988 - [AD 83-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-02-05) (historical): Exhaust Nozzle Plug · McDonnell Douglas DC-8-71, DC-8-71F, DC-8-72 and 3 more. Effective Feb 7, 1983 All 147: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-72/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 (1) - [N872SJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N872SJ): [Heavylift Cargo Airlines Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HEAVYLIFT%20CARGO%20AIRLINES%20INC), [Kingman, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Kingman), S/N 46067 ## NTSB investigations None matched to aircraft with this model. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to aircraft with this model. ## Service difficulty reports (201, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2021F00362](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021F00362), Nov 22, 2021: DUCT. CRACKED. FORWARD CARGO COMPARTMENT PNEUMATIC DUCT FOUND WITH 6" CRACK. REF NRC# B000386. - [SDR 2022F00019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022F00019), Nov 12, 2021: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. MAIN CABIN SEAT TRACK HAS CORROSION FROM STA. 1100-1120 BL 0". REF NRC# B000312. - [SDR 2022F00018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022F00018), Nov 11, 2021: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. MAIN CABIN LWR SURFACE OF DOUBLE WIDE SEAT TRACK HAS CORROSION AT STA. 781 LBL 48. REF NRC# B000293. - [SDR 2021F00365](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021F00365), Nov 5, 2021: NONE. NONE. R/H HORZ. STAB L/E I/B SECTION LOWER SURFACE HAS CORROSION AROUND 2 FASTENERS BETWEEN STA. XFS. 122.500 & 128.750, REF NRC B000142. - [SDR 2021FA0000324](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000324), Nov 4, 2021: RIB. CRACKED. L/H WING O/B LOWER RIB A IS CRACKED AT STA. XFS.= 616.250, REF. NRC B000110 - [SDR E4EB20151115008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115008), Nov 15, 2015: FINGER DOUBLER. BROKEN. COCKPIT SUBFLOOR RT SIDE CUSP AREA STATION 148, FINGER DOUBLER HAS MANY BROKEN OFF FASTENERS. - [SDR E4EB20151115007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115007), Nov 15, 2015: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT, SEAT TRACK LUGS DAMAGED 2 PLACES STATION 834, LBL 24. - [SDR E4EB20151115006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115006), Nov 15, 2015: CAP. CORRODED. LT WING INBD LE FUEL TANK UPPER TE TEE CAP HAS INTERGRANULAR CORROSION. BETWEEN XFS 30.000 - 57.000. - [SDR E4EB20151115005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115005), Nov 15, 2015: SKIN. CORRODED. LEFT HORIZONTAL STAB TIP HAS CORROSION ON SKIN AT STATIC WICK BASES. - [SDR E4EB20151115004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115004), Nov 15, 2015: SKIN. CORRODED. LT WING UPPER SKIN HAS CORROSION AROUND FASTENERS, BETWEEN STRINGER 9 & FWD SPAR, BETWEEN XRS 255 - 289.28-063. - [SDR E4EB20151115003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115003), Nov 15, 2015: SKIN. CORRODED. LT WING UPPER SURFACE HAS INTERGRANULAR CORROSION AROUND A FASTENER AT XRS763 & STRINGER 2 28-039. - [SDR E4EB20151115002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115002), Nov 15, 2015: RIVET. CRACKED. LT INBD FLAP UPPER SURFACE INBD RUB PLATE HAS POPPED & CRACKED RIVETS 28-010. - [SDR E4EB20151115001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB20151115001), Nov 15, 2015: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK HAS CORROSION AT SPLICE SAT 590, LBL 24.32-156. - [SDR 2015FA0000537](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000537), Nov 2, 2015: FINGER DOUBLER. CORRODED. COCKPIT SUBFLOOR FINGER DOUBLER AT LT SIDE OF CUSP BS 148 IS LIFTED UP DUE TO POSSIBLE CORROSION UNDERNEATH AND FASTENER IS LOOSE. - [SDR E4EB2016F00009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2016F00009), Nov 2, 2015: FINGER DOUBLER. CORRODED. COCKPIT SUBFLOOR FINGER DOUBLER AT LT SIDE OF CUSP WEB BS 148 IS LIFTED UP DUE TO POSSIBLE CORROSION UNDERNEATH AND FASTENER IS LOOSE. - [SDR E4EB2015110200536](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2015110200536), Nov 2, 2015: SKIN. DELAMINATED. RT WING OTBD FLAP, NR 4 VANE INBD UPPER SURFACE DENTED WITH DELAMINATION. - [SDR E4EB2016F00008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2016F00008), Nov 2, 2015: VANE. DELAMINATED. RT WING OTBD FLAP NR 4 FLAP VANE INBD UPPER SURFACE DENTED WITH DELAMINATION. - [SDR E4EB2015110200535](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2015110200535), Nov 2, 2015: FRAME. CORRODED. FRAME BS 1060, UPPER CAP CORRODED INCLUDING EXFOLIATION AT SEVERAL PLACES FROM S34L TO S31R. - [SDR E4EB2015113020](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2015113020), Jun 8, 2015: FINGER DOUBLER. DAMAGED. COCKPIT SUBFLOOR RT CUSP AREA, STATION 148, FINGER DOUBLER HAS MANY BROKEN OFF FASTENERS. REMOVED DOUBLER FITTING & ATTACHMENT. FABRICATED TWO EACH FINGER DOUBL - [SDR E4EB2015FA0000587](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2015FA0000587), Jun 7, 2015: FITTING. CORRODED. NR A017107, AFT ACCESSORY COMPARTMENT S32R END FITTING AT AFT SIDE OF FRAME FS 1530 IS CORRODED. - [SDR E4EB2015FA0000586](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2015FA0000586), Jun 7, 2015: FITTING. CORRODED. NR A017106, AFT ACCESSORY COMPARTMENT S34R END FITTING AT AFT SIDE OF FRAME FS 1530 IS CORRODED. - [SDR E4EB2015FA0000585](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2015FA0000585), Jun 7, 2015: FITTING. CORRODED. AFT ACCESSORY COMPARTMENT S36 END FITTING AFT AFT SIDE OF FRAME FS 1530 IS CORRODED. - [SDR E4EB2016111400002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/E4EB2016111400002), May 31, 2015: SKIN. CORRODED. LEFT WING UPPER SKIN HAS CORROSION AROUND FASTENERS AND VORTEX GENERATORS AT CENTER SPAR BETWEEN XW 408 AND XW 485.28-49. - [SDR IXXA20120306007O](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA20120306007O), Mar 14, 2012: BATTERY. INOPERATIVE. EMERGENCY FLASHLIGHT IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, INBD POSITION HAS WEAK BATTERY. R & R RECHARGEABLE EMERGENCY BATTERY IAW MM 33-50-1. OPS CHECKED GOOD. - [SDR IXXA20110331002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA20110331002), Mar 31, 2011: LONGERON. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSP FOUND AFT ACCESSORY COMPARTMENT LONGERON 23 RT CORRODED AT STA 1380.000. REMOVED CORROSION. FOUND OUT OF LIMITS. REMOVED DAMAGED ARE - [SDR IXXA11SMN0062S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA11SMN0062S), Mar 31, 2011: FITTING. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSP, FOUND AFT ACCESSORY COMPARTMENT AFT BATHTUB FITTING CRACKED AT STA 1530.000 LONGERON 34 LT. REMOVED CRACKED FITTING. INSTALLED NEW - [SDR IXXA11SMN0055S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA11SMN0055S), Mar 26, 2011: SKIN. WORN. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSP, FOUND LT OTBD FLAP UPPER SKIN WORN AT STA XF 169.000 - 213.000. REMOVED DAMAGED SKIN. FABRICATED NEW SKIN. CLEANED, TREATED, PRIMED - [SDR IXXA11SMN051S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA11SMN051S), Mar 25, 2011: FITTING. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSP FOUND RT MLG WHEEL WELL FITTING CRACKED AT STATION 920, LONGERON 24 RT. REMOVED CRACKED FRAME FITTING. FABRICATED SPLICERS, SHIMS AN - [SDR IXXA10SMN010S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA10SMN010S), Jan 9, 2010: SKIN. DENTED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSP FOUND RT OTBD FLAP LOWER SKIN DENTED AT STA XF 380.000. REMOVED FASTENERS AS NEEDED TO PERFORM REPAIR. REMOVED DAMAGED SKIN. FABRICA - [SDR IXXA10SMN006S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA10SMN006S), Jan 9, 2010: SKIN. WORN. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSP FOUND LT OTBD FLAP UPPER SKIN WORN AT STA XF 211.000. REMOVED FASTENERS AS NEEDED TO PERFORM REPAIR. REMOVED DAMAGED SKIN. FABRICATE - [SDR IXXA10SMN003S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA10SMN003S), Jan 9, 2010: SKIN. DEFORMED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSP FOUND RT OTBD AILERON LOWER SKIN L/E DEFORMED AT STA XA 724.000. REMOVED FASTENERS AS NEEDED TO PERFORM REPAIR. REMOVED DAMAGED SKIN - [SDR IXXA10SMN001S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA10SMN001S), Jan 6, 2010: SKIN. BROKEN. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSP FOUND THE FWD PASSENGER DOOR OUTER SKIN UPPER PART EDGE BROKEN AND AFT UPPER CORNER DENTED. STRIPPED PAINT. REMOVED SKIN. FABRICATED - [SDR IXXA070037O](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA070037O), Aug 5, 2007: WIRE. ARCED. DURING APPROACH INTO KBWI, THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT NOTICED A FLASH AT THE CIRCUIT PANEL ABOVE THE RIGHT AFT SERVICE DOOR. THE CREW CONTINUED WITH THE APPROACH AND - [SDR IXXA060610O](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA060610O), Nov 25, 2006: CABIN PRESSURE. UNKNOWN. AFTER TAKEOFF FROM RJTY, THE AIRCRAFT WOULD NOT PRESSURIZE. THE CREW RETURNED TO RJYT AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. MAINTENANCE INSPECTED THE AIRCRAFT AIR-CONDIT - [SDR IXXA060604O](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA060604O), Oct 1, 2006: SELECTOR VALVE. OUT OF ADJUST. DURING CRUISE FROM RJTY NUMBER ONE ENGINE FLAMED OUT AT FL340. THE CREW RETURNED TO RJTY AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. MAINTENANCE INSPECTED THE ENGINE, AND NO D - [SDR IXXA060603O](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA060603O), Sep 28, 2006: ENGINE. FLAMED OUT. DURING CLIMBOUT FROM RJTY AT FL390 NUMBER THREE ENGINE FLAMED OUT. THE CREW DESCENDED TO FL320 WITH IGNITERS IN BOTH AND OVERRIDE IN ALL ENGINES. APPROXIMATELY - [SDR IXXA060600O](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA060600O), Aug 25, 2006: ENGINE. FLAMED OUT. DURING CRUISE FROM FJDG TO WSAP NR 2 ENGINE FLAMED OUT. THE CREW CONTINUED TO WSAP WHERE THEY LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. MAINTENANCE INSPECTED THE ENGINE IAW ALL - [SDR IXXA06SMN101S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN101S), Mar 24, 2006: VENT. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSPECTION, REMOVED THE FWD BUFFET VENT TRIMMER VALVE AND PLUG OUTLET ON FUSELAGE. PERFORMED MAJOR REPAIR IAW DC8 SRM 53-2-1 FIG 7. REMOV - [SDR IXXA06SMN067S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN067S), Feb 24, 2006: PANEL. DISPLACED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSPECTION, EO 25-DC8-520 R4 PARTITION UPPER ATTACHMENT RELOCATION TO FS-STC00171 LA-D. PERFORMED ALTERATION MAJOR IAW FAA FORM 8110-3 DA - [SDR IXXA06SMN068S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN068S), Feb 24, 2006: NONE. NONE. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSPECTION, ELT ANTENNA REMOVAL AND BLANKING PLATE INSTALLATION. PERFORMED MAJOR REPAIR IAW FAA FORM 8110-3 DATE 02-06-06, ENGINEERING AU - [SDR IXXA06SMN066S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN066S), Feb 24, 2006: NONE. NONE. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSPECTION, EO 25-DC8-198 R9 INSTALL COMAT BOX. PERFORMED MAJOR ALTERATION IAW FAA FORM 8110-3 DATE 09-23-05, ATI DWG A95166-4 REV N DATE - [SDR IXXA06SMN065S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN065S), Feb 16, 2006: DRAIN MAST. PLUGGED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSPECTION, INSTL; FWD LAV DRAIN MAST PLUG AT LOWER CENTER LINE. PERFORMED MAJOR REPAIR IAW FAA FORM 8110-3 DATED 01-19-06, ATI DWG H74-1 - [SDR IXXA06SMN064S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN064S), Feb 16, 2006: REPAIR. MISINSTALLED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSPECTION, RT INBD AILERON SHOWS SEVERAL SPOTS OF CORROSION AND NON STANDARD REPAIR ON LWR PLATING, STA XA 550.000. PERFORMED MAJOR REPA - [SDR IXXA06SMN063S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN063S), Feb 16, 2006: NONE. NONE. DURING C CHECK, INSTALLATION OF DOUBLER ON FS 188.000 L-1 TO L-2R REQUIRED DUE TO SEXTANT EQUIPMENT REMOVAL. PERFORMED MAJOR REPAIR IAW FAA FORM 8110-3 NR 06029 - [SDR IXXA06SMN058S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN058S), Jan 26, 2006: FITTING. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C-CHECK INSPECTION, AFT CARGO COMPT- AFT SVC DOOR JAMB FITTING CORRODED, STA 1520.000 RBL 50. REMOVED CORROSION FROM FITTING IAW DC-8 SRM 51-1-8 - [SDR IXXA06SMN059S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN059S), Jan 26, 2006: PAN. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, RT WING CTR L/E, ZEE-PAN CRACKED 1" AT STA XS 526.000. REMOVED CRACKED ZEE PAN IAW DC8 SRM 51-1-20D ATI REPAIR SPECIFICATION - [SDR IXXA06SMN062S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN062S), Jan 26, 2006: PLUG. INSTALLED. DURING C CHECK, 'LAVATORY DRAIN HOLE PLUG INSTALLATION REQUIRED (STA 240.000 - 260.000, L-19R TO L-18R). PERFORMED MAJOR REPAIR IAW FAA FORM 8110-3 NR 06029 DAT - [SDR IXXA06SMN061S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN061S), Jan 26, 2006: NONE. NONE. DURING C CHECK, 'FWD LAVATORY DRAIN HOLE PLUG INSTALLATION REQUIRED, STA 270.000 - 280.000, L-22R TO L-23R. PERFORMED MAJOR REPAIR IAW DC8 SRM 53-2-1 FIG 1 (SHE - [SDR IXXA06SMN060S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN060S), Jan 26, 2006: REPAIR. MISINSTALLED. DURING C CHECK, 'NON-STANDARD REPAIR ON FUSELAGE EXTERNAL SKIN (STA 1540.000 - 1550.000,L-17R TO L-19R. PERFORMED MAJOR REPAIR IAW DC8 SRM 53-2-1 FIG 7 (SHEET 1 - [SDR IXXA06SMN057S](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IXXA06SMN057S), Jan 26, 2006: LONGERON. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, 'FWD ACCY COMPT- L-34R CRACKED BETWEEN STA 208.000 - STA 270.000. REMOVED CRACKED L-34R IAW DC-8 SRM 51-1-21. CLEANED, TREATE All 201: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-72/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (149, 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 ST02001AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02001AT): Installation of SAF-T-GLO Aerospace Limited's photoluminescent floor proximity emergency escape path marking system (FPEEPMS). STG Aerospace 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 SA5720NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5720NM): Installation of the Mark VII ground proximity and windshear warning system. Honeywell International Inc - [STC ST00375AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00375AT): Installation of a CAS-81 TCAS II and a TRA-67 Mode S transponder. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA9079SC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA9079SC-D): Recore of AiResearch Precooler, P/N 194430-1, -2 in accordance with Honeywell LORI Sealed Drawing List SDL3779-1, Revision A, dated 11 October 2005 or later FAA approved revision. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SE00584AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00584AT): Installation of ELDEC fuel flow meter and Kollsman digital fuel flow/fuel used indicator. GDC Technics LLC - [STC SA3421NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3421NM): Installation of Hughes-Avicom video entertainment system. Burrana Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA5828NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5828NM): Installation of Racal Satfone Aeronautical Satellite communiations system. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA3140SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3140SO): Installation of a replacement coalescer filter, P/N 22D10 or 22D10-2. Purolator Facet, Inc - [STC SA7076NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7076NM): Installation of Stretcher Carrier. Air Medic LLC - [STC ST01067LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01067LA): Installation of Litton LTR-97 fiber optic gyro systems. Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation - [STC ST01668LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01668LA): Installation of a single LTN-2012 Global Positioning Sensor Unit (GPSU) and dual LTN-92 Inertial Reference System (INS). Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation - [STC ST01467LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01467LA-D): Installation of Universal Avionics Terrain Avoidance Warning System and MFD-640 Multi Function Display(s). Zalinka Aviation Support, LLC - [STC ST01468LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01468LA-D): Installation of Universal Avionics Flight Management System. Zalinka Aviation Support, LLC - [STC SA3496NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3496NM): Installation of ABX-C Cargo Container assembly. Airborne Express Air 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 SA2825CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2825CE): Installation of B&D Instruments & Avionics, Inc. Electronic N2 Gas Compressor Indicator. Data required: (1) B&D Instruments & Avionics, Inc. Installation Manual Part No. 55006-003-011, Revision A, dated April 6, 1992, or later "FAA Approved" revision; and (2) copy of this certificate. Teledyne Controls - [STC SA2826CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2826CE): Installation of optional set of B&D Instruments & Avionics, Inc. Electronic Exhaust Gas Temperature (EFT) Indicators. Teledyne Controls - [STC ST01202WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01202WI-D): Modification of an existing FAA approved Collins TPR-720, TPR-900 or TPR-901 Mode S transponder installation in Part 25 Aircraft using Collins Drawing Index as listed on AML No. ST01202WI-D, latest FAA approved revision. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC SA1063SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1063SO): Installation of forward cargo door. Aeronautical Engineers Inc - [STC SA1377SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1377SO): Installation of a cargo interior. Aeronautical Engineers Inc - [STC ST00984LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00984LA-D): Installation of smoke detection and fire suppression systems provisions. Securaplane Technologies LLC - [STC SA2082SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2082SO): Installation of fuselage window plugs. Kosola & Associates Inc - [STC ST01494CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01494CH): Installation of a Universal Avionics Terrain Awareness Warning System (TAWS) and a Universal Avionics GPS-1000 global positioning system. Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services (AMES) - [STC ST01930CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01930CH): Installation of Innovative Solutions & Support dual air data display unit. Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services (AMES) - [STC ST02123CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02123CH): Installation of Universal Aviionics Systems. Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services (AMES) - [STC ST02540AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02540AT-D): Installation of replacement fuel tank sealant system. FFC Manufacturing - [STC ST01256WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01256WI-D): Modification of a Collins TPR-720, TPR-900 or TPR-901 Mode S Transponder System installation with an ATC/TCAS Control Panel to an Elementary Surveillance Compliant Collins TPR-901 Mode S Transponder System installation with a Flight ID/ATC/TCAS Control Panel in accordance with Collins Drawing Index as listed on AML No. ST01256WI-D, Revision -, or later FAA approved revision. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC ST00237AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00237AT): Installation of Dual Honeywell Mode S transponders. TIMCO - [STC ST00238AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00238AT): Installation of Honeywell TCAS II. TIMCO - [STC ST00239AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00239AT): Installation of three UNS-1B flight management systems. TIMCO - [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 ST02069AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02069AT): Installation of a Dual Trimble TNL-8100 GPS Navigation System. Avionics Group Inc - [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 SA1343NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1343NM): Installation of an environmental control system. Airweld Inc - [STC SA1387NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1387NM): Installation of a single or dual AiResearch GTCP85-98CK and/or GTCP-85-98CK(D) Auxiliary Power Units in the forward baggage compartment. Airweld Inc - [STC SA1392NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1392NM): ONE ONLY STC; S/N 46081: Installation of a single or dual AiResearch GTCP85-98CK and/or GTCP85-98CK(D) Auxiliary Power Units in the forward baggage compartment. Airweld Inc - [STC SA2465NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2465NM): ONE ONLY STC; S/N 46081: nstallation of Winters Air Stair in the forward passenger entry door. (Approved for DC-8-72 S/N 46081 ONLY). Airweld Inc - [STC SA2498NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2498NM): Installation of dual AiResearch GTCP85-98CK(D) Auxiliary Power Units (APU) in the forward baggage compartment. Airweld Inc All 149: https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-8-72/stcs.md --- 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.