# TCDS E-205: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc. - Type: Type certificate data sheet - Status: Current - Holder: Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc. - Revision: 19 - Revised: September 19, 2022 - Product: Engine - Certification basis: CAR 13 - Registered aircraft: 8,167, by the registry models matched to it (OpenAirDocs) - Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/85/02/8502f93280242774f321d7bfef53435c29963466ed9d615c8253971d4bb9e202 - FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/EE712C42BAC72065862588C6006655FD.0001 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-205 ## Models (21) As the data sheet lists them. - A-65-14F - A-65-8FJ - A-65-9F - A-65-14FJ - A-65-9J - A-65-12F - A-65-3 - A-65-9 - A-65-6J - A-65-7 - A-65-8J - A-65-12J - A-65-6 - A-65-14 - A-65-12FJ - A-65-14J - A-65-9FJ - A-65-1 - A-65-12 - A-65-8 - A-65-8F ## What the data sheet says From the PDF's text layer, line by line; tables lose their columns. The PDF is the record. ```text E-205 Revision 19 CONTINENTAL AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. A-65-1, -3, -6, -6J, -7 A-65-8 (O-170-3, O-170-7), -8F, -8FJ, -8J A-65-9 (O-170-5), -9F, -9FJ, -9J A-65-12, -12F, 12FJ, -12J A-65-14, -14F, -14FJ, -14J September 19, 2022 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. E-205 Engines of models described herein conforming with this data sheet (which is a part of type certificate No. E-205) and other approved data on file with the Federal Aviation Administration, meet the minimum standards for use in certificated aircraft in accordance with pertinent aircraft data sheets and applicable portions of the Civil Air Regulations provided they are installed, operated and maintained as prescribed by the approved manufacturer's manuals and other approved instructions. Type Certificate Holder Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc. (Continental®) 2039 South Broad St. Mobile, Alabama 36615 Type Certificate Holder Record Continental Motors, Inc. Company name change January 1, 2020 (Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.) Teledyne Continental Motors Ownership & name change as of April 19, 2011 (Continental Motors, Inc.) Model A-65 -1 -3, -6 -7 -8, -9 -12 -14 Type 4HOA - - - - - - - - - - Rating, ICAO or ARDC standard atmosphere Max. continuous hp. r.p.m. at 65-2350 65-2300 - - - - - - - - F.T. sea level pressure alt. Takeoff hp. (5 min.) r.p.m. 65-2350 65-2300 - - - - - - 75-2675 at full throttle Fuel (minimum grade aviation See NOTE 9 - - - - - - - - - - gasoline) Lubricating Oil, Ambient Air Oil Grade - - Temperature, °F Below 40 SAE 20 - - - - - - - - - - Above 40 SAE 40 - - - - - - - - - - Bore and stroke, in. 3.875 x 3.625 - - - - - - - - - - Displacement, cu. in. 171 - - - - - - - - - - Compression ratio 6.3:1 - - - - - - - - 170 Weight (dry) lb. (See NOTE 3) 163 173, 176 163 170, 173 171 - - C.G. Location - - Fwd. of mounting face, in. 6.8 6.2 6.8 6.2 - - Below prop shaft, in. 1.2 1.5 1.2 1.5 - - - - Propeller shaft (SAE No.) (See 0 (Taper) - - - - - - - - NOTE 2 for flanged type) Carburetor (see NOTE 2 for injectors) Stromberg NA-S3A1 or NA-S3B carburetor with 1-1/4 in. venturi or Marvel-Schebler MA-3PA carburetor with 1-7/32 in. venturi Page No. 1 2 3 Rev. No. 19 18 19 E-205 Page 2 Model A-65 -1 -3, -6 -7 -8, -9 -12 -14 Ignition Single, Dual, Single, Dual, Dual Dual, Continental Continental SF-4L Continental Continental Continental Continental S4N-20, -21, SF or Eisemann SF-4R, SF-4L, S4RN -20, -21, S4RN-20, -21, -4R, S4LN-20 or AM-4, Case 47 or Eisemann AM- Eisemann AM- SF-4R, S4LN- SF-4R, S4LN- -21, Eisemann LA- Continental 4, Case 47, 4 or Case 47 or 20 or S4LN-21, 21, Eisemann 4 AM-4, Case S4LSC-204 Slick Electro Continental Eisemann LA-4 LA-4 or AM-4 4-CAMA, 4- 443 or S4LSC-204 or AM-4, Case (with impulse CAME, 47 (with Continental 4-CAMA, 4- coupling impulse coupling S4LSC-204 CAME, 47 retard 25°) on Eisemann and (with impulse Case 47, Slick Case magnetos coupling on Electro 447or retard 25°), Slick- Eisemann and Continental Electro 443 or Case magnetos S4LSC-204 or Continental retard 25°) Slick S4RSC-21 S4LSC-204 or Electro 443, or S4RSC-21 4003 (-8 Series only) or Continental S4LSC-204 or S4RSC-21 Timing, °BTC 30 - - - - - - - - - - Spark plugs See NOTE 10 - - - - - - - - - - Oil sump and capacity Wet - 4½ - - - - - - - - - - (qt.) Exhaust port Up - - Down - - - - - - NOTES 1,3,5,6,9,10,11 1,2,3,5,6,9, 1,3,5,6,9, 1,2,3,4,5,7, 1,2,3,5,8,9, 1,2,3,5,7,9, 10,11 10,11 8,9,10,11 10,11 10,11 "- -" indicates "same as preceding model" "" indicates "not applicable" Certification basis CAR 13 Type Certificate No. 205 Production basis Production Certificate No. 7. Production Certificate No. 508 (for all models except A-65-1, -3, -6, -6J, - 7, -8F, -8FJ, -9F, -9FJ, -12F, -12FJ, -12J, -14F, -14FJ, -14J) NOTE 1. Maximum permissible cylinder head, barrel and oil inlet temperature, 550°F., 350°F. and 220°F., respectively. Oil pressure limits: 30 to 60 p.s.i.g. NOTE 2. The following additional models of A-65 series engines are also eligible: Engine Model Characteristic Component Dry Weight Increase (lb.) A-65-6J, -8J, -9J High Model A Fuel Injector or Ex-Cell-0 A-42 A-65-12J, -14J Ex-Cell-0 Model A-42 Fuel Injector A-65-8F, -9F, -12F, -14F Flanged propeller shaft, 5-1/2 in. dia. with 6 equally spaced .621 dia. holes on 4.375 bolt circle A-65-8FJ, -9FJ, -12FJ, -14FJ Flanged propeller shaft, 5-1/2 in. dia. with 6 equally spaced .621 dia. holes on 4.375 bolt circle, and fuel injector as above 3 for High Model A or 4 for Ex-Cell-0 A-42 4 1 See above NOTE 3. Engine S/N's lower than 340793 incorporate a crankcase for use with conical rubber shock mountings. With Continental SF-4R magnetos, add 5 lb. to dry weight. With Case magnetos, add 4 lb. For -1 engine with Continental SF-4L magneto, add 3 lb. Page 3 E-205 NOTE 4. Military models O-170-3 and O-170-5 are identical to models A-65-8 and A-65-9 respectively. Model O-170-7 same as -3 except for improved valves and valve guides, pistons and piston rings; also provisions for Annesley 75 and Beech R-002 propellers. When these military engines are installed in certificated aircraft, the appropriate civil model designation and T.C. 205 should be included on the nameplate. NOTE 5. The following typical accessories are eligible as noted at the indicated additional weight: Starter Weight (lb.) Eclipse Type 635 (Electric), for Models A-65-6 and -9, F and J only 16 Eclipse Type E-80 (Electric), for Models A-65-6 and -9, F and J only 18 Hummer Type X (Mechanical) - Models A-65-6 and -9, F and J only 14 Delco-Remy CMC No. 50309 (Electric) - Models A-65-12, F and J only 16 Generator Delco-Remy CMC No. 40435 - Models A-65-12, F and J only 10 Fuel Pump (provisions optional) AC type CP 8527 4 AC type 1523843 or 3843 (Continental No. 40585) 2 Miscellaneous Oil Filter, Fram PB-500 (Continental No. 40581) 3 Air Filter and Scoop, Nos. A-5810 or A-40522 3 Radio Shielding Harrison Oil Radiator Model HE431-9 (Continental No. 40601) -Models 12, F and J only 3 4 NOTE 6. Approvals for Models A-65-1, -3, -6, -6J, -7 and -7J expired November 17, 1941. No engines of these models manufactured after that date or with S/N's above the following, are eligible for use in certificated aircraft: Models Serial No. A-65-1 379991 A-65-3 387593 A-65-6 389096 A-65-6J 373296 A-65-7 575897 NOTE 7. Model A-65-14 differs from A-65-8 only in that it incorporates special pistons, rocker arms and exhaust valves, seats and guides. NOTE 8. Model A-65-12 differs from A-65-8 only in that C-75-12 type crankcase and accessories section are incorporated. NOTE 9. All models using Stromberg NA-S3A1 or NA-83B carburetors eligible for use of 73, ASTM D7547 (UL91) or ASTM D7547 (UL94) octane grade fuel except A-65-14 model which is limited to use of 80/87, ASTM D7547 (UL 91) or ASTM D7547 (UL94) octane fuel. All models using Marvel-Schebler MA-3PA carburetor are limited to use of 80/87, UL91 or UL94 octane fuel. NOTE 10. These models are approved for tractor or pusher operation. NOTE 11. The following spark plugs and/or those listed in Section 6-4.9 of the latest revision of M-0, Standard Practice Maintenance Manual, are approved on this engine: AC A88, HS88, S88, S88D, HSR88, SR88, SR88D, HSR83P Auto Lite 18A-1, B4, B4S, BH4S, SH2K, SH2M, H15, SH15, SH15R, SH20, SH20A, SH200A, SH260 BG 4B2, 4B2S, 417, 417S, RB485-S, 706, 706R, 706S, 706SR, RB955-S Champion C26, C26S, C27, C27S, M26, M31A, LM31S, RHM38P, REM40E, ED41N, D41N, EM41E, EM41N, M41N, EM42E, M42E, 62S Decker D-26 Red Seal SA190, SE190, SJ190, SE230, SJ230 Safir B-57 .....END..... ``` ## ADs (11, in force first) - [AD 98-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-17-11): Crankshafts · Continental Motors A-65-3, A-65-8, A75-8 and 90 more. Effective Oct 19, 1998 - [AD 98-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-06): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Feb 13, 1998 - [AD 95-21-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-21-15): Aviation Gasoline · Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12F, C85-12FJ and 77 more. Effective Nov 28, 1995 - [AD 93-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-19-04): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Oct 18, 1993 - [AD 81-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 234 more. Effective Aug 6, 1981 - [AD 81-07-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-07-06): AC Fuel Pumps · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 60 more. Effective Apr 1, 1981 - [AD 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980 - [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969 - [AD 46-36-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-36-01): Piston Pins · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 32 more - [AD 69-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-09-01): Eisemann Magnetos · Eisemann Magnetos, 2A4-45-B2, 2A4-49-B2 and 158 more - [AD 94-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-14-12) (historical): Octane Aviation Gasoline · Teledyne Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12, E185-11 and 68 more ## Registered aircraft by registry model (OpenAirDocs) - [Continental A&C65 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-c65-series): 7,967 aircraft (registry code 17003) - [Continental A-65-8](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8): 137 aircraft (registry code 17329) - [Continental A-65 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-series): 32 aircraft (registry code 17324) - [Continental A-65-8F](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8f): 24 aircraft (registry code 17330) - [Continental A-65-3](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-3): 6 aircraft (registry code 17325) - [Continental A-65-8J](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8j): 1 aircraft (registry code 17332) - [Continental A-65-12](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-12): 0 aircraft (registry code 17337) - [Continental A-65-12F](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-12f): 0 aircraft (registry code 17338) - [Continental A-65-12FJ](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-12fj): 0 aircraft (registry code 17339) - [Continental A-65-12J](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-12j): 0 aircraft (registry code 17340) - [Continental A-65-14](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-14): 0 aircraft (registry code 17341) - [Continental A-65-14F](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-14f): 0 aircraft (registry code 17342) - [Continental A-65-14FJ](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-14fj): 0 aircraft (registry code 17343) - [Continental A-65-14J](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-14j): 0 aircraft (registry code 17344) - [Continental A-65-6](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-6): 0 aircraft (registry code 17326) - [Continental A-65-6J](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-6j): 0 aircraft (registry code 17327) - [Continental A-65-7](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-7): 0 aircraft (registry code 17328) - [Continental A-65-8FJ](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8fj): 0 aircraft (registry code 17331) - [Continental A-65-9](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-9): 0 aircraft (registry code 17333) - [Continental A-65-9F](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-9f): 0 aircraft (registry code 17334) - [Continental A-65-9FJ](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-9fj): 0 aircraft (registry code 17335) - [Continental A-65-9J](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-9j): 0 aircraft (registry code 17336) - [Menasco A-6](https://openairdocs.org/engine/menasco-a-6-series): 0 aircraft (registry code 43520) ## STCs approved under this data sheet (29) - [STC SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive.. Alcor LLC - [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor.. LegacySTC.com - [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc. - [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp - [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc. - [STC SE00533SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00533SE): Installation of Real Gasket Corporation Continental Engine Pushrod Tube Modification.. Real Gaskets Tennessee - [STC SE10076SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE10076SC): Modify engine by installation of C12ST2/S starter.. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SE4247SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4247SW): Regrind crankshaft to .020 undersize on crankpin and main journals.. Continental Motors, Inc. - [STC SE4271SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4271SW): Alteration of crankcase to accept alternate front main bearing P/N530058.. Continental Motors, Inc. - [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings.. Continental Motors, Inc. - [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee - [STC SE1592GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1592GL): Installation of Slick Aircraft Products Magneto Model 4202 or Model 4302.. Champion Aerospace LLC - [STC SE09002SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09002SC): Regrind Teledyne Continental crankshafts, to .020-inch undersize on crankpin and main journals.. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc - [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III).. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SE01943CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01943CH): Add the following approved fuels: unleaded automotive gasoline 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4814 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227.. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc. - [STC SE634GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE634GL): Superseded by STC SE01943CH. Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index.. EAA Aviation Foundation - [STC SE09513SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09513SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 Multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil Formulation WS-3013.. Exxon Company USA - [STC SE1-201](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1-201): Installation of the Richter Aero Equipment Type B-4 or B-5 Temperature Probe. (O-360 SERIES (excl. A1C, C2B, C2D)). MidContinent Instru Co Inc - [STC SE09014SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09014SC): Installation of Superior Air Parts millennium series cylinder power assemblies p/n SA65000-A20P.. Superior Air Parts, Inc - [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil.. Mobil Research & Development Corp - [STC SE5879SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5879SW): Use of Phillips X/C II 20W-50 and25W-60 oil (OSS 55875) in all Avco reciprocating aircraft engines from 65 to 450 BHP.. Phillips Petroleum Co - [STC SE2029CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2029CE): Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index(RON+MON)/2. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved.. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SE80NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE80NE): Installation and usage of Bel-Ray synthetic aviation oil, Bel-Ray Aero 1, (nonsupercharged), horizontally opposed direct drive, aircraft engines of 350 hp. or less.. Bel-Ray Company, Inc - [STC SE4CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4CE): Motorola alternator A12NK451.. Steven E/Robert F Bell - [STC SE64WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE64WE): Installation of oil screen and oil cooler adapter.. Laurence E Hill - [STC SE984SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE984SW): Delco 55A ampere alternator. (C85 SERIES Suffix F Series). Waldrop Lee A - [STC SE4-1610](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4-1610): ONE ONLY STC - Replace original push rod cover. S/N 2054728. Norbert W. Naatus - [STC SE44WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE44WE): Use of Kling Aviation Oil, Specifications KL-100, KL-200 and KL-300 in Continental and Lycoming engines.. Kling Oil Company --- 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.