# Lockheed 188C - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 5262604 - Manufacturer (registry): LOCKHEED - Model: 188C - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engines: 4 - Seats: 102 - Data sheet: TCDS 4A22 - Registered aircraft: 3 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/lockheed-188c ## ADs that may apply - [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 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2018-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-11-02): Flight Controls · Lockheed Martin 188A, 188C, P3A and 2 more. Effective May 23, 2018 - [AD 2015-22-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-22-07): Fuselage · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 10, 2015 - [AD 2015-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-20-01): Wings · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Nov 13, 2015 - [AD 2015-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-20-05): Wings · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Nov 6, 2015 - [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 2000-23-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-10): Donning Oxygen Masks · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 27, 2000 - [AD 99-23-22 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-23-22-R2): Transponders · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 74 more. Effective Apr 20, 2000 - [AD 98-24-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-24-25): AFM - Limitations Section - Icing · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 30, 1998 - [AD 97-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-20-02): AFM - Limitations Section - Power Levers · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Oct 27, 1997 - [AD 89-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-14-03): Flap Universal Joints · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jul 24, 1989 - [AD 87-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-16-05): Supplemental Inspections · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Aug 31, 1987 - [AD 87-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-08-03): Air Start Door · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective May 5, 1987 - [AD 81-03-53 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-03-53-R1): Fuel Leakage · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Feb 2, 1982 - [AD 81-24-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-24-09): Propeller Performance · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 28, 1981 - [AD 80-10-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-10-05): Wing Front Spar Caps · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jun 23, 1980 - [AD 80-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-12-01): Cargo Door Modifications · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C with STC SA1754WE or SA2536WE. Effective Jun 9, 1980 - [AD 77-21-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-21-09): Aileron Rudder Balance Interconnect Mechanism · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Nov 25, 1977 - [AD 76-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-05-02): Side-Facing Seats · Boeing 707-300B Series, 727-100 Series, 188A and 1 more. Effective Apr 1, 1976 - [AD 74-25-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-25-04): Horizontal Stabilizer · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jan 3, 1975 - [AD 74-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-17-01): Regulator · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-100B Short Body and 78 more. Effective Sep 16, 1974 - [AD 69-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-26-08): Takeoff Warning System · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jan 10, 1970 - [AD 69-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-08-07): Lower Wing Surface · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Apr 17, 1969 - [AD 68-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-11-02): Upper & Lower Wing Planks · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jan 4, 1969 - [AD 68-23-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-23-05): Upper Wing Plank · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 6, 1968 - [AD 67-11-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-11-04): Fuselage Main Frames Forging · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jun 9, 1967 - [AD 66-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-04-02): Wing Plank Splice Areas · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Feb 18, 1967 - [AD 67-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-03-06): Landing Gear Door Cylinders · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jan 20, 1967 - [AD 66-28-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-28-04): Nose Landing Gear Steering Housing · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Nov 25, 1966 - [AD 66-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-11-02): Lower Wing Plank Splice Areas · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Sep 23, 1966 - [AD 66-05-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-05-03): Outer Wing Cap Fittings · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Feb 19, 1966 - [AD 65-15-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-15-04): No. 4 Wing Plank Drain Holes · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 9, 1965 - [AD 65-21-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-21-05): Vertical Stabilizer Attach Channel · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Oct 11, 1965 - [AD 64-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-12-05): Landing Gear Cam Follower · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Sep 28, 1965 - [AD 65-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-16-01): Nose Landing Gear Support Link · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jul 30, 1965 - [AD 65-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-09-04): Upper Wing Planks · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Apr 28, 1965 - [AD 64-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-16-04): Aileron Push-Pull Tubes · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Mar 2, 1965 - [AD 64-14-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-14-05): Main Landing Gear Support Fitting · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jun 26, 1964 - [AD 64-11-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-11-03): Upper Wing Planks · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Jun 15, 1964 - [AD 63-17-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-17-03): Horizontal Stabilizer Spar Web · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Nov 21, 1963 - [AD 63-18-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-18-03): Fuselage Stringers · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Sep 17, 1963 - [AD 63-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-08-03): Deboost Control System · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective May 9, 1963 - [AD 62-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-26-04): Elevator Balance Weight Arms · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 4, 1962 - [AD 61-21-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-21-05): Compass Circuit Breakers · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Nov 2, 1961 - [AD 61-15-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-15-04): Safety Belt Grommets · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Aug 2, 1961 - [AD 61-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-09-01): Elevator Hydraulic Damper Housing · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Apr 7, 1961 - [AD 60-26-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-26-05): Elevator and Boost Control Valve · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 22, 1960 - [AD 60-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-26-04): Swirl Straightener Scoop · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 14, 1960 - [AD 60-24-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-24-01): Fuel Pressure Relief Valve · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 13, 1960 - [AD 60-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-25-02): Aileron Counterweight · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Dec 2, 1960 - [AD 60-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-20-04): Lavatory Drains · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C. Effective Oct 28, 1960 - [AD 60-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-20-03): Electrical System · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-13-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-13-03): Fueling System Valves · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-11-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-11-03): Cowl Longerons · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-10-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-10-05): Fuel Pressure Relief Valve · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-09-03): Operating Restrictions · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-04-03): Engine Mounts · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-03-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-03-05): Tail Pipe Cowl · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-01-06): Wing Surface Planks · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 60-01-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-01-05): Propeller Deicing · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 59-25-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-25-04): Generator Feeder Wires · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C - [AD 59-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-21-02): Wing Leading Edge Screws · Lockheed Martin 188A and 188C Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 74-08-09 R2 ## NTSB investigations (13, newest 10) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB DCA99WA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA99WA042), Mar 1, 1999: Lockheed L-188 (N285F), Shannon, Ireland, substantial damage - [NTSB BFO91T#001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO91T%23001), Nov 1, 1990: Lockheed 188C (N429NA), Wallops Island, VA, incident, minor damage - [NTSB NYC87LA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC87LA010), Oct 9, 1986: Lockheed L188A (N342HA), Boston, MA, no damage - [NTSB DCA83AA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA83AA029), Jun 8, 1983: Lockheed 188C (N1968R), Cold Bay, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC80FA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC80FA018), Jan 18, 1980: Lockheed L-188 (N290F), Syracuse, NY, substantial damage - [NTSB DCA80AA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA80AA007), Nov 18, 1979: Lockheed 188C (N859U), Salt Lake City, UT, destroyed, 3 fatal - [NTSB MIA78FA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA78FA052), Mar 11, 1978: Lockheed L188C (N859U), Fort Myers, FL, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC73AA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC73AA023), Sep 26, 1972: Lockheed L188A (N1968R), Amchitka Is, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN72AD042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN72AD042), Mar 19, 1972: Lockheed 188 (N851U), Hill Afb, UT, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN71AD007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN71AD007), Aug 24, 1970: Lockheed 188 (N855U), Hill Af Base, UT, destroyed All 13: https://openairdocs.org/model/lockheed-188c/ntsb ## FAA accident and incident reports (34, newest 10) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Incident 20040511021939I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040511021939I), May 11, 2004: Lkheed 188C (N286F), Detroit, MI, Minor damage. (-23) Crew was engaged in a part 91 training flight. Crew made a two-engine out (simulated) landing. #3 & 4 main tires blew during roll-out. Aircraft veered to… - [Incident 20001222031159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20001222031159I), Dec 22, 2000: Lkheed 188C (N290F), Detroit, MI. (-23) Both right main tires went flat during taxi. - [Incident 19990830027979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990830027979I), Aug 30, 1999: Piper STCJ3 (N2RK), Fernandina Beac, FL, Minor damage. (-23) While descending to 1600 feet, the aircraft engine began running roughly. Carburetor heat was applied but the engine continued to run roughly. Emergency… - [Incident 19980424012919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980424012919I), Apr 24, 1998: Lkheed 188C (N340HA), Syracuse, NY, Minor damage. Narrative: on Saturday, April 24, 1998 at approximately 1745L at Syracuse airport, on the sair aviation ramp, a L-188, operated by traffic management airlines… - [Incident 19950303009539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950303009539I), Mar 3, 1995: Lkheed 188C (N285F), Baltimore, MD. Narrative: during climb out from bwi, aircraft did not pressurize. Door warning lights & indications were normal. Continued flight below 10,000 ft to ewr. At… - [Incident 19941102040619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941102040619I), Nov 2, 1994: Lkheed 188C (N285F), Austin, TX. Landed at alternate due weather. New to aus and dark taxied off taxiway into soft ground. Was towed out by a tug. - [Incident 19940615021879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940615021879I), Jun 15, 1994: Lkheed 188C (N281F), Kansas City, MO. NR3 propeller fluxuation 300 RPM. Diverted to Kansas City. Replaced governor. Sync module and brush block. - [Incident 19920617025219I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920617025219I), Jun 17, 1992: Lkheed 188C (N287F), Wichita, KS. NR1 hydraulic system quantity dropping on climb. Returned. Landed safely. Defective fitting on main supply line. - [Incident 19900929059459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900929059459I), Sep 29, 1990: Lkheed 188C (N284F), Buffalo, NY. NR2 engine problem on approach. Shut down and landed. Replaced negative torque sensing valve. - [Incident 19900722042049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900722042049I), Jul 22, 1990: Lkheed 188C (N284F), Odgen, UT. NR1 engine flamed out on climb. Returned. Found NR1 engine driven fuel pump had failed. All 34: https://openairdocs.org/model/lockheed-188c/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 3, https://openairdocs.org/model/lockheed-188c/aircraft - ads: 64, https://openairdocs.org/model/lockheed-188c/ads - incidents: 34, https://openairdocs.org/model/lockheed-188c/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.