Type Record · As of May 3, 2026
AERO COMMANDER 100-180
Fixed Wing Single Engine · LYCOMING O&VO-360 SER
Registered
72
Year Range
0–1971
NTSB Events
14
Airworthiness Directives
7
Aircraft Resources
01 / Distribution
Where the fleet lives and was built
Counts of currently-registered AERO COMMANDER 100-180 aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
By State (top 10)
- TX 11.1% 8
- CA 8.3% 6
- FL 6.9% 5
- NC 6.9% 5
- GA 6.9% 5
- MI 4.2% 3
- CO 4.2% 3
- AR 4.2% 3
- IN 4.2% 3
- OK 4.2% 3
+22 more states
By Decade of Manufacture
- 1960s 34.7% 25
- 1970s 41.7% 30
- Unknown 23.6% 17
02 / NTSB Records
Events involving AERO COMMANDER 100-180 aircraft
14 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 14.
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Mar 18, 2023
N4064XGordonville, Texas Minor
NTSB Docket → -
Aug 13, 2022
N3727XPueblo, Colorado
NTSB Docket → -
Jun 14, 2016
N3718XPort Lavaca, Texas
NTSB Docket → -
Dec 12, 1993
N3718XEL PASO, Texas
NTSB Docket → -
Dec 1, 1985
N9250YENGLEWOOD, Colorado Serious
NTSB Docket → -
May 24, 1975
N4061XSTOWE, Vermont
NTSB Docket → -
May 23, 1975
N4083XN BASS ISL, Ohio
NTSB Docket → -
Jan 14, 1975
N4048XODESSA, Missouri Minor
NTSB Docket → -
Jun 15, 1974
N3614XBENSON, Vermont
NTSB Docket → -
Aug 29, 1970
N4013XAVALON, California
NTSB Docket → -
Aug 19, 1970
N3736XFLAGSTAFF, Arizona Minor
NTSB Docket → -
Jul 24, 1970
N3703XANSON, Texas
NTSB Docket → -
Nov 29, 1968
N3742XWHITE MARSH, Maryland
NTSB Docket → -
Aug 8, 1964
N4045XMEMPHIS, Tennessee
NTSB Docket →
02b / NASA ASRS Reports
Near-miss reports involving AERO COMMANDER 100-180
NASA's voluntary, confidential reporting system surfaces what almost went wrong. 3 de-identified ASRS reports reference this airframe. Pilot-written narrative. ASRS reports are voluntary and not investigated — they represent the reporter's perspective and cannot infer prevalence.
- ACN 1961081 Commuter and GA Icing Incidents
AC50 pilot reported a runway excursion resulted during landing roll out due to runway icing.
Aero Commander 500 Series
- ACN 2272560 Non-Tower Airport Incidents
Aero Commander 500 pilot reported left engine failed during initial climb. Pilot landed safely and discovered post-flight left engine fuel shutoff switch was in the off position.
Aero Commander 500 Series
- ACN 2022593 Runway Incursions
Pilot crossing a runway at a non-towered airport reported a near collision with another aircraft taking off on the same runway.
Aero Commander 695
03 / Airworthiness Directives
FAA directives applicable to AERO COMMANDER 100-180
7 directive(s) on file. Showing the most recent 7.
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Aug 17, 2020
Airworthiness Directives; Aspen Avionics, Inc.
The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that published in the Federal Register. The AD applies to certain Aspen Avionics, Inc., Evolution Flight Display (EFD) EFD1000 Emergency Backup Display, EFD1000 Multi-Function Display, and EFD1000 Primary Flight Display systems installed on various airplanes. As pu…
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Jul 31, 2020
Airworthiness Directives; Aspen Avionics, Inc.
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Aspen Avionics, Inc., Evolution Flight Display (EFD) EFD1000 Emergency Backup Display, EFD1000 Multi-Function Display, and EFD1000 Primary Flight Display systems installed on various airplanes. This AD imposes operating restrictions on these display sy…
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Jan 23, 2019
Airworthiness Directives; Aspen Avionics, Inc., Evolution Flight Display Units
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Aspen Avionics, Inc. (Aspen), Evolution Flight Display (EFD) EFD1000 Primary Flight Display (PFD), EFD1000 Multi-Function Display (MFD), EFD1000 Emergency Backup Display (EBD), and EFD500 MFD units installed on various aircraft. This AD requires disabling…
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Jan 19, 2005
Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 33, GTX 33D, GTX 330, and GTX 330D Mode S Transponders
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) to supersede Airworthiness Directive 2004-10-15, which applies to certain GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes. AD 2004-10-15 currently requires you to install GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05. This AD a…
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Oct 7, 2004
Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 33, GTX 33D, GTX 330, and GTX 330D Mode S Transponders
The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2004-10-15, which applies to certain GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes. AD 2004-10-15 currently requires you to install GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05. This proposed AD applies to certain GTX 33…
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May 21, 2004
Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 330 Mode S Transponders and GTX 330D Diversity Mode S Transponders
The FAA adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GARMIN International Inc. GTX 330/GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on aircraft. This AD requires you to install GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05. This AD is the result of observations that the GTX 330 and GTX 330D may…
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Dec 30, 2003
Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 330 Mode S Transponders and GTX 330D Diversity Mode S Transponders
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GARMIN International Inc. GTX 330/GTX 330D Mode S transponders. This proposed AD would require you to install GTX 330/ 330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03. This proposed AD is the result of observations that the GTX 330 and GTX 330D may detect, fr…
06 / Supplemental Type Certificates
Modifications approved for AERO COMMANDER 100-180
60 STCs on file — every FAA-approved modification, alteration, or installation for this aircraft. STOL kits, avionics, fuel systems, floats, engine swaps, you name it.
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04/01/2025
STC SA04046CH Page 1
Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500)
Acron Aviation Inc.
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08/27/2024
STC SA04837NY
Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights
AeroLED's Holdings, LLC
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08/27/2024
STC SA02386AK
Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems
AeroLED's Holding LLC
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11/16/2023
STC SA02532AT
Installation of subject Michelin tires on appropriate aircraft. For Michelin 5, 6, 8, and 10-inch rim diameter tires on General Aviation Aircraft.
Michelin North America Inc.
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12/12/2022
STC SA04046CH Page 1
Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500)
L3Harris Aviation Products Inc.
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03/30/2022
STC SA02444AK (PAGE 1)
Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed
ADS-B Technologies LLC
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09/01/2021
STC SA11174SC PAGE 1
Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems
Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King)
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03/30/2021
STC SA02386AK
Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems
Aero LEDs LLC
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06/19/2019
STC SA800EA
Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies
Whelen Aerospace Technologies
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06/19/2019
STC SA00344BO PAGE 1
Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.
Whelen Aerospace Technologies
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04/02/2018
STC SA800EA
Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies
Whelen Engineering Co Inc
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11/30/2017
STC SA01933LA-D (1 OF 2)
Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System
Garmin International Inc
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10/30/2017
STC SA02212AK (PG 1)
Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems
Seaplanes North LLC
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07/20/2017
STC SA01114CH
Installation of P2 Incorporated 6600 Audio Advisory system
P2 Incorporated
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05/11/2017
STC SA04046CH Page 1
Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500)
L-3 Communications Avionics Systems Inc.
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02/24/2017
STC SA02444AK (Page 1)
Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed
ADS-B Technologies, LLC
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11/30/2016
STC SA00352BO Page 1
Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),
Avidyne Corporation
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09/27/2016
STC SA02386AK
Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems
Aero LEDs LLC
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08/11/2016
STC SA00344BO Page 1
Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.
Whelen Engineering Co Inc
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05/04/2016
STC SA02444AK (Page 1)
Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed
ADS-B Technologies LLC
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01/22/2016
STC SA03658AT
Installation of a Voice Alert System to incorporate as primary annunciators for stall and gear warnings
Aircraft Components Inc
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01/19/2016
STC SA04046CH Page 1
Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500)
L-3 Communications Avionics Systems Inc.
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12/30/2015
STC SA04046CH Page 1
Installation of L-3 Communication Avionics Systems ESI-500 Standby Instrument System
Dan Buzz & Associates LLC
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09/23/2015
STC SA00344BO Page 1
Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.
Whelen Engineering Co Inc
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06/19/2015
STC SA02444AK (Page 1)
Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed
ADS-B Technologies LLC
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04/09/2015
STC SA00352BO Page 1
Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),
Avidyne Corporation
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03/31/2015
STC SA02444AK (Page 1)
Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000 ADS-B system installed
ADS-B Technologies LLC
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03/24/2015
STC SA11174SC Page 1
Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems
Honeywell International Inc
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01/28/2015
STC SA02442AK Page 1
Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system
ADS-B Technologies, LLC
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01/14/2015
STC SA02212AK (PG 1)
Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems
Seaplanes North LLC
+ 30 more STCs on file
07 / PMA replacement parts
FAA-approved replacement parts for AERO COMMANDER 100-180
5 parts on file from the FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval database. Each is a non-OEM part the FAA has authorized for use as a replacement on this aircraft type.
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Mitchell Model 1C775#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A275BA5ADE1EE3E88625752E005EBD4E.0001##
Nav Flag Adapter
Century Flight Systems Inc replaces -
PMA holder → -
Mitchell Model AK293#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/EE479FC76D81BAC786257520006160A2.0001##
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Century Flight Systems Inc replaces -
PMA holder → -
AK294#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/11D6120F086EC48E86257513005D5186.0001##
Mitchell Kit
Century Flight Systems Inc replaces -
PMA holder → -
AE293#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/22E3D260D89C39D186257513005D533E.0001##
Mitchell Kit
Century Flight Systems Inc replaces -
PMA holder → -
AK293#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/889FD5174949FF9386257513005D5165.0001##
Mitchell Kit
Century Flight Systems Inc replaces -
PMA holder →
04 / Regulations watching this type
Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for AERO COMMANDER 100-180
Advisory Circulars
No ACs explicitly mention this type. Showing universal operating-rule ACs that apply to all aircraft.
Recent Federal Register activity
Latest rulemakings touching general operating rules (Part 91) and maintenance rules (Part 43).
- 2026-04-17 Settlement Policy for Small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Cases FR ↗
- 2026-02-10 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period; Denial of Extension FR ↗
- 2026-02-02 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Requirement, New Aircraft Production FR ↗
- 2026-01-28 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period FR ↗
- 2026-01-07 Requirements for Interference-Tolerant Radio Altimeter Systems FR ↗
05 / Aircraft of this type
All 72 registered N-numbers
Every tail currently on the FAA registry for this make/model. Click an N-number to query the FAA Aircraft Inquiry; rows flagged ● have NTSB events on file. Tails seeded with full TallyAero pages link directly.
| N-number | St | Year | NTSB | FAA |
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| N1970L | MI | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3607X | SD | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3614X | FL | — | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N3618X | OH | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3619X | CO | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3620X | CO | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3635X | MN | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3703X | CA | 1968 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N3708X | AZ | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3711X | NC | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3717X | FL | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3718X | TX | 1968 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N3720X | GA | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3724X | WY | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3727X | CO | 1968 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N3728X | TX | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3734X | VA | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3735X | TX | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3736X | TX | 1968 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N3740X | CA | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3742X | MS | 1968 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N3743X | AZ | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3744X | NM | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3755X | WY | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N3758X | KS | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4013X | MT | — | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N4014X | CA | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4019X | TX | 1969 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4020X | FL | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4023X | NC | 1969 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4024X | MI | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4026X | ND | 1969 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4027X | CA | 1969 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4033X | DE | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4034X | FL | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4045X | OR | 1970 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N4047X | NC | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4048X | SC | 1969 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N4056X | TX | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4058X | AR | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4060X | IN | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4061X | NH | 1970 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N4063X | NC | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4064X | TX | 1970 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N4068X | WV | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4073X | GA | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4074X | ID | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4076X | IL | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4078X | GA | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4079X | TX | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4082X | IN | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4083X | ND | 1971 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N4093X | OK | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4096X | OK | 1970 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4097X | LA | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4098X | FL | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4099X | MN | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4151X | IN | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4178X | GA | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4180X | CT | 1968 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4192X | NC | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4200X | GA | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4201X | MI | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4202X | WI | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4208X | AR | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4209X | AR | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4211X | CA | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N4212X | OK | 1971 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N488X | IA | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N6152Z | CA | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N8248Y | SC | 1969 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N9250Y | KS | — | ● | Look up ↗ |
Source — FAA Aircraft Registry · click "Look up" to query the live registry record (owner, address, last airworthiness)
05 / Sources & Methodology
Every count traces back to a primary US-government source
- FAA Aircraft Registry →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- NTSB CAROL →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- Federal Register (FAA Airworthiness Directives) →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
We render counts and lists as the agency publishes them. Read the methodology →