- Holder
- Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
- Revision
- 6
- Revised
- April 17, 2020
- Status
- Current
- Product
- Engine
- Certification basis
- CAR 13
- Models
- 1
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| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| R9-A | Formerly Continental, then Teledyne Continental Motors |
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Rev. No. 6 6
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
E-245
Revision 6
CONTINENTAL AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
R9-A
April 17, 2020
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. E-245
Engines of models described herein conforming with this data sheet (which is part of type certificate No. E-245) 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 R9-A
Type R9-A - Direct Drive
Impeller gear ratio 10.15:1
Rating, ICAO or ARDC, standard atmosphere
Max. continuous hp., rpm, in.Hg. at:
Critical altitude, ft. 500-2300-40.0-4000
Sea level pressure altitude 500-2300-41.5
Takeoff hp., 5 min., rpm, full throttle 525-2300-43.0
at sea level pressure altitude
Fuel (aviation gasoline, minimum grade) 91
Lubricating oil
Ambient air temperature Oil grade
Above 40°F. SAE 50
Below 40°F. SAE 30
Bore and stroke, in. 5.0 X 5.5
Displacement, cu. in. 972
Compression ratio 6.3:1
Weight (dry), lb. 705
C.G. location
Rear of center-line of cylinders 2.70
Below proeller shaft, in. .43
Propeller shaft, SAE No. 30
Carburetion Stromberg QD-9A3
Ignition, dual magnetos Continental SF9RN
Timing, °BTC Right 29, Left 26
Spark plugs Champion RC-35S, R37S-1, REA37N, REB37N,
RHA37N, RHB37E, RHB37N, R115
Applicable notes 1, 2, 3, 4
Certification basis CAR 13 effective August 1, 1941
Type Certificate No. 245 issued April 4, 1946
Production basis Production Certificate No. 7
E-245 Page 2
NOTE 1. Maximum permissible temperatures:
Maximum Continuous Takeoff
Cylinder head 450°F. 500°F.
Cylinder barrel 320°F. 320°F.
Oil inlet 185°F. 185°F.
NOTE 2. The following accessory drive or mounting provisions are available:
Direction of
Speed Ratio to
Maximum torque
(in.-lb.)
Original Accessory Rotation* Crankshaft Continuous Static
Starter CC .8 6000
Generator C 3.12 150 1000
Fuel pump CC 1.0 25 450
Vacuum or hydraulic pump CC 1.333 100 1200
Vacuum or hydraulic pump CC 1.313 250 2250
Propeller governor C 1.118 125 1000
*C - Clockwise viewing drive pad; CC - Counter-clockwise
NOTE 3. Shear type rubber mounts, P/N 402233, eligible for use with this engine with 15 lbs. additional
weight per set of four mounts.
NOTE 4. Engine P/N 105004 thru 105084 (excepting 105056, 105080, 105081 and 105082) incorporating rear
counter weight damper pin P/N 401618 must have this pin replaced by damper pin P/N 402791 at
first engine overhaul.
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