# Textron A185F - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 4222000 - Manufacturer (registry): TEXTRON AVIATION INC - Model: A185F - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 6 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 3A24](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A24) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Textron Aviation Inc. - Registered aircraft: 0 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-a185f 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 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 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 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2020-21-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-21-22): Fuselage; Stabilizers · Textron 180, 180A, 180B and 21 more. Effective Dec 7, 2020 - [AD 2011-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-10-09): Seat Rails and Roller Housing Inspections · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 221 more. Effective Jun 17, 2011 - [AD 2008-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-26-10): Alternate static air source selector valve · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 179 more. Effective Jan 5, 2009 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2000-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-06-01): Fuel Strainer Assembly · Cessna 150F, 150G, 150H and 163 more. Effective May 5, 2000 - [AD 98-21-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-21-R1): Electric Inflatable Door Seals · Cessna 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31 and 267 more. Effective May 1, 2000 - [AD 98-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-23-02): Airglas Engineering Company Ski Installation · Fabrication of attaching and rigging parts (Airglas STC SA213AL). Effective Dec 22, 1998 - [AD 98-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-16-04): Inspect Angle Stiffener Along Lower Spar Cap · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 37 more. Effective Sep 21, 1998 - [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 1997 - [AD 79-10-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-14-R1): Fuel Tank Venting · Cessna 140A, 150, 150A and 172 more. Effective May 30, 1988 - [AD 87-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-04): Fuel System · Cessna 185, 185A, 185B and 5 more. Effective Sep 30, 1987 - [AD 86-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-24-07): Engine Controls Installation · Cessna 150C, 150D, 150E and 142 more. Effective Jan 7, 1987 - [AD 86-19-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-19-11): Contaminated Fuel · Cessna 177, 177A, 177B and 83 more. Effective Oct 4, 1986 - [AD 83-22-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-22-06): Aileron Hinge Pin · Cessna 152, 172N, 172P and 18 more. Effective Nov 8, 1983 - [AD 83-17-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-17-06): Aileron Balance Weights · Flap actuated aileron droop system (Sierra Industries STC SA1382WE or 5 others). Effective Sep 1, 1983 - [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981 - [AD 79-25-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-25-07): Alternator Ground · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 95 more. Effective Dec 13, 1979 - [AD 77-12-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-12-08): External Electrical Ground Power Receptacle · Cessna 172M, 172N, 177B and 19 more. Effective Jun 27, 1977 - [AD 76-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-04-03): ARC PA-500A Actuators · Cessna 172L, 172M, 177B and 43 more. Effective Feb 26, 1976 - [AD 75-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-16-01): Wing Fuel Tanks · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 68 more. Effective Jul 30, 1975 - [AD 75-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-09-06): Engine Induction Air Duct · Cessna A185E, A185F, A188 and 2 more. Effective May 5, 1975 - [AD 74-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-13-06): Main Wheel Assemblies · Cessna 180J, 210L, A185F and 4 more. Effective Jun 24, 1974 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 87-20-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-03-R2) (historical): Seat Tracks · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 212 more. Effective Sep 24, 1990 - [AD 80-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-10-01) (historical): Placard - Airspeed · Fabrication of attaching and rigging parts (Airglas STC SA213AL). Effective May 12, 1980 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (7) - [SAIB 2025-07](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2025-07): Reciprocating Engine Supercharger. Issued Jul 28, 2025 - [SAIB AIR-21-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-16): FLIGHT COMPARTMENT EQUIPMENT, Cessna Seat Back Attachment Bolt Inspection. Issued Aug 26, 2021 - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 - [SAIB CE-18-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-18-23): Passenger Compartment Equipment - Installation of F. Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services LLC. Folding Jump Seats. Issued Jul 19, 2018 - [SAIB CE-12-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-14): Three Alternative Methods of Compliance for AD 2011-10-09. Issued Jan 25, 2012 - [SAIB CE-10-40R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-40R1): Aircraft Fuel System; water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna single engine airplanes. Issued Jul 30, 2010 - [SAIB CE-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-10): Availability of Secondary Seat Stops for Pilot and Copilot Seats. Issued Feb 5, 2009 ## Registered aircraft None registered with this model now. ## NTSB investigations None matched to aircraft with this model. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to aircraft with this model. ## Service difficulty reports (360, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2025FA0000533](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000533), Aug 1, 2025: FORK. CRACKED. UPON INSPECTION AND CLEANING OF THE ABI 3413-01K TAIL WHEEL FORK ASSY, A CRACK WAS DISCOVERED. PHOTOS UPON REQUEST. - [SDR 2024FA0000749](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000749), Oct 3, 2024: BRACKET. BROKEN. MOUNTED IN THE RT FRONT POSITION, FOUND BROKEN DURING OIL CHANGE. - [SDR 2021FA0000286](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000286), Sep 8, 2021: ATTACH FITTING. BROKEN. WHILE EXECUTING A WHEEL LANDING ON RWY 29 AT AWO, UPON TOUCH DOWN THE AIRCRAFT BEGAN A GENTLE DRIFT TO THE RIGHT WHICH COULD NOT BE CORRECTED WITH LEFT BRAKE OR - [SDR 2020FA0000564](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000564), Nov 15, 2020: SPAR. CORRODED. THE AIRCRAFT CABIN HEADLINER WAS REMOVED FOR MAINTENANCE. AFTER REMOVAL, SEVERE INTERGRANULAR CORROSION WAS FOUND ON THE CARRY THROUGH SPAR. THIS RENDERED THE S - [SDR ERHA20200805673](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ERHA20200805673), Jul 31, 2020: BRACKET. CRACKED. CRACKS WERE DISCOVERED IN BOTH LH AND RH TAILWHEEL STEERING BELLCRANK BRACKETS DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION. PN-0712039-1. THESE BRACKETS HOLD THE BELLCRANK THAT C - [SDR 2016FA0000654](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000654), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000653](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000653), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000652](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000652), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000651](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000651), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000650](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000650), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000649](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000649), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000648](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000648), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000647](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000647), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000646](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000646), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000645](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000645), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000644](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000644), Dec 8, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTERS WHICH CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT IS SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS. - [SDR 2016FA0000643](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000643), Dec 7, 2016: LIFTER. DAMAGED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTERS, WHICH CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT HAVE SPALLED AND CORRODED. THE LIFTERS WERE REPLACED. - [SDR 2016FA0000585](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000585), Nov 30, 2016: LIFTER. SPALLED. THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTERS WHICH CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT HAVE BEGUN TO SPALL AND PIT. THERE IS ONLY 268.2 HOURS SINCE THE ENGINE WAS REPAIRED AND THE LIFTERS WERE - [SDR 2017FA0000583](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000583), Nov 11, 2016: SPRING. WORN. SPRING TENSION WEAKENED OVER TIME AND DEFORMED CAUSING BLOCKAGE AND INABILITY TO PROPERLY BLEED AND SERVICE SYSTEM CAUSING BRAKE FAILURE ON LANDING AND SUBSEQUE - [SDR CA160105006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA160105006), Dec 22, 2015: YOKE. CORRODED. (CAN) DURING VISUAL INSPECTION OF CONTROL YOKE ASSEMBLY, PN 0760030-1, HOLE NOTED IN HORIZONTAL STEEL TUBE ON LT SIDE OF CONTROL YOKE WELDED ASSEMBLY, PN 071185 - [SDR H0VC2015121501](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/H0VC2015121501), Dec 7, 2015: HYDRAULIC LINE. CHAFED. ONE OF THE 5052-O-4 HYD LINES IN THE LT FLOAT WAS ROUTED BEHIND A FIBERGLASS STRUCTURE. A HOLE WAS WORN INTO THE LINE WHERE IT HAS RESTED AGAINST THE STRUCTURE. - [SDR 6NAR2015FA0000567](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/6NAR2015FA0000567), Oct 12, 2015: MOTOR. FAILED. CUSTOMER LANDED WITH GEAR UP ON PONTOONS. OPERATED BACKUP HYDRAULIC HAND PUMP AND GEAR EXTENDED NORMALLY. TROUBLESHOOT HYDRAULIC MOTOR AND FUND THE COUPLING BET - [SDR 2015FA0000601](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000601), Oct 6, 2015: LIFTER. SPALLED. UNDER NORMAL OPERATIONS THE ENGINE DEVELOPED ALMOST ALL SPALLED VALVE LIFTERS AND CAM TO THE DEGREE NEEDING REPLACEMENT OF ALL LIFTERS AND THE CAM. TIME SINCE R - [SDR 2015FA0000600](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000600), Oct 6, 2015: LIFTER. SPALLED. UNDER NORMAL OPERATIONS THE ENGINE DEVELOPED ALMOST ALL SPALLED VALVE LIFTERS AND CAM TO THE DEGREE NEEDING REPLACEMENT OF ALL LIFTERS AND THE CAM. TIME SINCE R - [SDR 2015FA0000599](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000599), Oct 6, 2015: LIFTER. SPALLED. UNDER NORMAL OPERATIONS THE ENGINE DEVELOPED ALMOST ALL SPALLED VALVE LIFTERS AND CAM TO THE DEGREE NEEDING REPLACEMENT OF ALL LIFTERS AND THE CAM. THIS IS THE - [SDR CA151007015](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA151007015), Oct 2, 2015: SHROUD. BROKEN. (CAN) PILOTS NOTED BANGING NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE AT LOW IDLE. ENGINE SHUTDOWN, COWLING WAS REMOVED. HEAT MUFFLER SHROUD WAS FOUND BROKEN AND BANGING AGAINST - [SDR CA150922007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150922007), Sep 15, 2015: ROD. WORN. (CAN) THROTTLE AND CONTROL ASSY. LINK AND ROD FOUND SEVERELY WORN. THIS CONTROL WAS A TCM WARRANTY REPLACEMENT AT 437.5 ENG. TSO FOR S/N A12LA013R, IT WAS WORN - [SDR ZM9C2015FA0000433](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ZM9C2015FA0000433), Jun 1, 2015: MOUNT. CRACKED. CRACKS VISUALLY IDENTIFIED IN 3 LOCATIONS ON ENGINE MOUNT, 0751003-31. MOUNT IS APPROVED BY MFG FOR INSTALLATION WITH 2 BLADE PROP ONLY. ACFT IS APPROVED BY STC - [SDR CA150601011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150601011), May 26, 2015: CABLE. LOOSE. (CAN) DURING A TRAINING FLIGHT, THE PILOTS NOTICED THAT THE WATER RUDDERS WERE NOT RESPONDING. THE ACFT FLEW TO THE MX FACILITY WHERE THEY LANDED UNEVENTFULLY & - [SDR 2015F00081](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015F00081), Apr 1, 2015: STRINGER. CRACKED. DURING A YEARLY FLOAT REMOVAL, FOUND A CRACK IN BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT TAIL STRINGERS. THESE CRACKS WERE AT BOTH REAR ATTACH POINTS FOR THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER. - [SDR CA150330004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150330004), Mar 30, 2015: ATTACH FITTING. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING REMOVAL OF ACFT SEAPLANE FLOATS FOR ACFT CORROSION INSPECTIONS, IT WAS FOUND THAT BOTH RT AND LT FORWARD FUSELAGE ATTACH FITTINGS WERE CRACKED. BOT - [SDR CA140714013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140714013), Jul 14, 2014: ELT. NO TEST. (CAN) WHILE TESTING THE ELT ON ITS ANNUAL CERTIFICATION AS PER CAR 571 APPENDIX G FOUND UNIT HAD NO MODULATION ON 121.5 MGHZ. UNIT REMOVED FROM SERVICE. - [SDR CA140509011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140509011), May 8, 2014: STRUT. CRACKED. (CAN) THE LT FUSELAGE WING STRUT ATTACH FITTING AFT DOUBLER PLATE WAS FOUND CRACKED WHILE COMPLYING WITH THE MFG SID INSPECTION. - [SDR CA140217023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140217023), Feb 14, 2014: NUT. DETACHED. (CAN) WHILE THE PILOT WAS ON THE ACFT, ON FLOATS, HEARD SOMETHING FALL INTO THE WATER. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE NUT HAD FALLEN OFF 1 OF - [SDR CA140113012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140113012), Jan 10, 2014: SUPPORT. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, THE INBD FLAP HANGAR SUPPORT ON THE LT WING WAS FOUND CRACKED. THE FLAP HANGAR SUPPORT RIBS WERE REPLACED WITH NEW RIBS, PN - [SDR CA131218010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA131218010), Dec 18, 2013: LIFTER. DAMAGED. (CAN) WHEN THE LIFTER WAS REMOVED FOR BLEEDING AFTER A CYLINDER , IT WAS FOUND TO HAVE A SIGNIFICANT SIZE CHUNK MISSING FROM THE LIFTER FACE. THE ASSOCIATED CAM - [SDR CA131211001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA131211001), Dec 11, 2013: LANDING GEAR. COLLAPSED. (CAN) ACFT WAS TAXIING AROUND APRON, AND WHILE MAKING A RT TURN THE LT MAIN GEAR IN INADVERTENTLY COLLAPSED. PERFORMED ENGINE GROUND RUN TO RUN HYDRAULICS, HAS - [SDR CA131209014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA131209014), Dec 9, 2013: SEAL. LEAKING. (CAN) CUSTOMER REPORTS FUEL LEAKS FROM ELECTRIC FUEL BOOST PUMP WHEN OPERATING: TROUBLESHOOTING CARRIED OUT AND FOUND FUEL LEAKS FROM ELECTRIC FUEL BOOST PUMP M - [SDR 2013F00177](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013F00177), Aug 30, 2013: ENGINE. SHUTDOWN. APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES AFTER DROPPING OFF PASSENGERS, EXPERIENCED A TOTAL ENGINE SHUTDOWN. AFTER SAFELY LANDING, USED ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP TO RESTART ENGINE. WI - [SDR CA130814003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130814003), Aug 13, 2013: COLLECTOR. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING CLIMB OUT AFTER TAKEOFF, THE PILOT HEARD A LOUDER THAN NORMAL ENGINE NOISE. ALL ENGINE PARAMETERS WERE NORMAL, SO THE PILOT FLEW TO THE MAINTENANCE - [SDR CA130605011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130605011), Jun 4, 2013: EXHAUST DUCT. CRACKED. (CAN) WHILE PERFORMING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, THE RT EXHAUST COLLECTOR, PN 0750238-47AWL, TSN:96.7 HRS, WAS FOUND CRACKED. THE EXHAUST COLLECTOR WAS REPLACED WIT - [SDR CA130605005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130605005), May 24, 2013: BRACKET. BENT. (CAN) COULD NOT RETRACT FLAPS ON MORNING RUN UP. BRACKET BENT LOW ENOUGH FOR UPPER IN INBD FLAP ATTACHMENT TO INTERFERE WITH MOVEMENT. PREVENTING FLAP FROM RETR - [SDR CA130515016](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130515016), May 15, 2013: BRACKET. DAMAGED. (CAN) DURING REPLACEMENT OF THE NOSE GEAR SLIDE BRACKETS, THE RT AND LT SLIDE TRUCKS WERE FOUND CORRODED AT THE SLIDE PIVOT AS WELL AS CRACKS WERE FOUND AT THE - [SDR CA130515004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130515004), May 15, 2013: BRACKET. DAMAGED. (CAN) DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION, THE RT AND LT NLG SLIDE BRACKETS WERE FOUND CORRODED AND DEFORMED CAUSING EXCESSIVE PLAY IN BOTH NLG LEG ASSEMBLIES. THE GE - [SDR TL7C201304240001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/TL7C201304240001), Mar 8, 2013: YOKE. BROKEN. WHILE TAXIING ON A SNOW COVERED LAKE, THE PILOT INITIATED A LEFT TURN, THE RIGHT WENT INTO SOME OVERFLOW, THE OTBD WELDS ON THE SKI YOKE BROKE, THE TIRE/WHEEL W - [SDR 2012FA0000684](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000684), Sep 13, 2012: BOLT. SHEARED. AFT HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR BOLT WAS FOUND TO BE SHEARED IN HALF AND DISPLACED FROM ITS DESIGNED LOCATION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED DURING SKI ACTUATION WHILE AIRBORNE, - [SDR CA120824008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120824008), Aug 5, 2012: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. (CAN) NR 1 CYLINDER CRACKED IN THE HEAD DURING CLIMB ABOUT 10 MINUTES INTO THE FLIGHT. ACFT RETURNED TO BASE FOR AN UNEVENTFUL LANDING. - [SDR CA120723018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120723018), Jul 19, 2012: LINE. CUT. (CAN) PILOT CAME IN REPORTING LOWER ENGINE POWER AND HIGHER THAN NORMAL MANIFOLD PRESSURE AT LOW POWER SETTINGS, AME FOUND MANIFOLD PRESSURE FIREWALL TO GAGE LI - [SDR CA120717006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120717006), Jul 16, 2012: LANDING GEAR. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) RIGHT MAIN GEAR CYCLE DID NOT COMPLETE ON APPROACH. GEAR CYCLE WAS SLOW AND NOT COMPLETELY SMOOTH. THE GEAR WAS INSPECTED AND THE RT PIVOT POINTS WERE LUB - [SDR 2012FA0000461](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000461), Jun 30, 2012: BELLCRANK. DAMAGED. DURING THE ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND BELLCRANKS TO HAVE VERY ELONGATED HOLES WHERE THE STEEL STEERING SPRINGS HOOK ON TO THE BELLCRANKS. THEY WERE CLOSE TO FAILU All 360: https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-a185f/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (488, 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 SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC - [STC SA01134DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01134DE): Installation of EarthX ETX680-24-TSO Lithium Battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA02636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02636SE): Installation of Garmin GPS 175 Navigation System and GNX 375 Navigation System with ADS-B In/Out Transponder. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc - [STC SA01866WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01866WI): Installation of Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot with Electronic Stability and Protection. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA02266AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02266AK): Replacement of Rudder and Elevator Hinge Bearings with P. Ponk Aviation Bearing p/n PPA-1401. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA2918NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2918NM): Attach a casting to the landing gear fuselage attach angles just above main landing gear legs. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA4170NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4170NM): Installation of part numbers PPA1301-1/-2 and PPA1201-1. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA01087SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01087SE): Installation of titanium main landing gear assembly. Mr. Thomas Anderson - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%201): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA1883NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1883NM): Installation of front row seats, seat tracks and associated installation components. JAARS Inc - [STC SA1750NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1750NM): Installation of Airesearch Model TE-0659, P/N C295001-0101 Turbocharger. Metal Innovations Inc. dba MII Aero - [STC SA04491CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04491CH): Installation of Hartzell Propeller Model HC-( )3YF-1RF/F8429(K,B)-( ) 3 bladed metal propeller in accordance with the installation instructions specified on FAA Approved Model List (AML) No. SA04491CH. Hartzell Propeller LLC - [STC SA11803IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11803IB): Installation of Textron Aviation Inc. 182Q wings. Leggat Aviation Ltd - [STC SA1603SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1603SO): Installation of Snider speed kit. Snider Aircraft Accessories Inc - [STC SA01330LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01330LA): Installation of alternate avionics support assembly. Radiorax Aviation Systems LLC - [STC SA04643CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04643CH): Installation of Hartzell Propeller model HC-(C,G,J)3YF-1N/NM8411-( ). Hartzell Propeller LLC - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA01120SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01120SE): Installation of Door Steward. Mountain View Aviation LLC - [STC SA39CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA39CH): Installation of an Amphibian Landing Gear Position Advisory System/Laser Gear Advisory System. Wipaire Inc - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [STC SA04568CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04568CH): Installation of the uAvionix tailBeaconX, a tail mounted position light with integrated Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and 1090MHz Mode-S transponder functionality. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA00871SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00871SE): Installation of cockpit sunvisors. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA2700SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2700SO): Install Model 3526 Aqua Floats. Outpost X Aviation Inc - [STC SA328CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA328CE): Install Model 180-185 Aqua Floats. Outpost X Aviation Inc - [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC - [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine - [STC SA04192NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04192NY): KFD 900 Primary Flight Display System Additional Functions. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA02221AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02221AK): Installation of Alternate Fuel outlet screens per Installation Instructions. Burl's Aircraft LLC - [STC SA00897WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00897WI): Installation of Concorde Battery Corporation (VRSLA) Valve regulated sealed lead acid battery. Aero-Mach Wilco LLC - [STC SA02522AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02522AK): Fabrication and installation of Tail Cone Reinforcement Angles in accordance with QMI, Inc., Installation Instructions ST02171AK-A, Rev IR, Dated January 18, 2019, or later FAA approved revision. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA02528AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02528AK): Installation of elevator trim wheel assembly in place of the type certificated trim wheel assembly in accordance with QMI, Inc. Trim Wheel Installation Instructions for Cessna 180, Early 182, and 185 Aircraft, Rev Level A, dated November 1, 2019, or later FAA approved revision. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA01606CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01606CH): Installation of alternate electro-hydraulic power pack system for operation of main wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA3-423](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-423): Installation of CT-3000 tail ski on airplanes equipped with Scott 3200 or 3400 tail wheels. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA00406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00406WI): Installation of replacement flap trailing edge bulbs with AOG Drawing. Athena Aircraft, LLC All 488: https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-a185f/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Cessna A185F](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-a185f): 1,109 registered aircraft, registry code 2072821 - [Cessna A185F](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-a185f): 11 registered aircraft, registry code 2070107 - [Cessna/Krissman Robert A185F](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-krissman-robert-a185f): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 2072801 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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