# Douglas DC-8-72CF - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 3021990 - Manufacturer (registry): DOUGLAS - Model: DC-8-72CF - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 4 ยท 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-8-72cf 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. None matched. ## Registered aircraft (1) - [N782SP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N782SP): [Liberty University Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LIBERTY%20UNIVERSITY%20INC), [Lynchburg, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Lynchburg), built 1968, S/N 46013 ## NTSB investigations None matched to aircraft with this model. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to aircraft with this model. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (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 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 SA3421NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3421NM): Installation of Hughes-Avicom video entertainment system. Burrana Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [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 ST01004NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01004NY): Installation of cargo restraint straps. Airline Container Manufacturing Co Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [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 ST09534SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09534SC): Installation of the ARINC 542A DFDR 18 sensor upgrade. Aircraft Systems & Mfg. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC ST01079AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01079AT): Installation of global positioning system monitoring unit. ARINC Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA1327NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1327NM): Installation of heavy duty Universal pallet system. (DC-8 series refer to PEMCO engineers index list PDC-8). Pemco Engineers Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC ST179CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST179CH): Installation of cargo container curtain. Plastic Composites Corp. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC ST00625AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00625AT): Installation of a Trimble TNL-8100 GPS navigation system. Rich Intl Airways. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC ST00541AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00541AT): Installation of a Fairchild expanded parameters, digital fight data recorder, VGA surge protectors. (DC-8 SERIES 50 and 60). VGA, Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC ST00018AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00018AT): This modification will allow installation of a wing to body fairing panels, fuselage station 826.44 to fuselage station 911.88. TIMCO. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA8689SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8689SW): Installation of a dual Trimble Model TNL-7900 Omega/VLF/GPS Navigation System. ASM, Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA8333SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8333SW): Installation of Safe Flight 6502-1 reactive windshear warning system. ASM, Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA2728WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2728WE): Incorporation of Holcombe Industries HI-LITE SYSTEM P/N 50-1001 for emergency evacuation slide lighting. (707 AIRPLANES EQUIPPED WITH BOEING P/N 65-11685 AND 65-68862 FORWARD THRUST REVERSER DOORS). Maravia Corp of Idaho. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA1258EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1258EA): Installation of Cosco model78-( ) child restraint system. (172M S/N 17263459 - 17267584). Miller Stuart R. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA1273SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1273SO): Installation of Aero Systems CD-3000 fuel management computer system. (DC-8 series EQUIPPED WITH ARINC 599 SERIES OMEGA). Airlift Intl Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA928WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA928WE): Installation of replacement safety belt assemblies. Rocket Jet/ARD Division. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA2318WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2318WE): Installation of emergency exit lights. Intl Inflatables Co. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA45SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA45SO): Life rafts M6861-100. Pan American World Airways, Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA3-666](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-666): Reduction of the rated cargo capacity of the cargo bin from 2420 to 2050 pounds. (Installs a removable, track mounted movable cargo bin). Northwest Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA3-603](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-603): Installation of removable, track mounted cargo bin. Northwest Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA1347WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1347WE): Galley 100 and 200 at fuselage stations 447.75 to 490, and1385.5 to 1416. Dale Engr & Dev Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA176SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA176SO): Auxiliary galley. Eastern Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA1783WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1783WE): Installation of underseat baggage restraint system. Air Logistics Corporation. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA1796WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1796WE): Installation of underseat baggage restraint system. Air Logistics Corporation. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA194SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA194SO): Passenger seating and cabin interior. National Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA286SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA286SO): Gables G-1340B instrument warning system. National Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA306SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA306SO): Forward lounge compartment configuration change. Delta Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA343SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA343SO): Cockpit voice recorder. Delta Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA350SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA350SO): Galleys 1 and 4. Capitol Airways Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA359SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA359SO): Seat belt attachment. Delta Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA370SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA370SO): Single radio altimeter. Delta Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA373SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA373SO): Installation of remote accelerometer and mount assembly for DC-8 flight recorder. Delta Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA380SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA380SO): Installation of stretcher assembly. Delta Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA4-1026](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1026): Forward lounge. Burns Aero Seat Co Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA52SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA52SO): Life rafts 6924-100. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA543EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA543EA): cockpit voice recorder. Overseas National Airways. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA544WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA544WE): Interior arrangements. Trans Intl Airlines. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA545WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA545WE): Interior arrangements. Trans Intl Airlines. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA55SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA55SO): B-500-2 oil separator. Air Carrier Eng Service Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA582WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA582WE): Aileron power system modification to incorporate a flexible hose. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA602SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA602SO): Dual Collins AL-101 radio altimeter system. Eastern Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA69EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA69EA): Brown line 21105-51 stretcher kit in passenger compartment. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA70SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA70SO): Deactivation of center wing and forward auxiliary fuel tanks. National Airlines Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA77EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA77EA): SP-30 autopilot modification to allow manual pitch operation while maintaining automatic roll and yaw control. Pan American World Airways Inc. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA94SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA94SO): WN233-102 and WN333-101 passenger seats. Aerosmith Products Corporation. Lists DC-8 Series - [STC SA994WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA994WE): Rain repellent system. Jay- Dee Aircraft Supply Co. Lists DC-8 Series --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.