Type Record · As of May 3, 2026
AERO COMMANDER 690
Fixed Wing Multi Engine · AIRESEARCH TPE331-5&6SER
Registered
3
Year Range
1972–1976
NTSB Events
1
Airworthiness Directives
9
01 / Distribution
Where the fleet lives and was built
Counts of currently-registered AERO COMMANDER 690 aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
By State (top 10)
- AZ 33.3% 1
- DE 33.3% 1
- NE 33.3% 1
By Decade of Manufacture
- 1970s 100.0% 3
02 / NTSB Records
Events involving AERO COMMANDER 690 aircraft
1 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 1.
-
Oct 21, 2009
N690TRCedar City, Utah
NTSB Docket →
02b / NASA ASRS Reports
Near-miss reports involving AERO COMMANDER 690
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
02c / Academic Research
Scholarly work mentioning AERO COMMANDER 690
Papers and reports across NASA, NTSB, FAA CAMI, AOPA ASI, Embry-Riddle, arXiv, and the broader academic graph that mention this airframe. Title or keyword match — drill into each for full abstract + author list + PDF link.
Browse the full corpus — academia portal ↗
03 / Airworthiness Directives
FAA directives applicable to AERO COMMANDER 690
9 directive(s) on file. Showing the most recent 9.
-
May 20, 2009
Airworthiness Directives; Hartzell Propeller Inc. Steel Hub Turbine Propellers
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Hartzell Propeller Inc. steel hub turbine propellers, with any counterweight slug attachment bolts, part number (P/N) B-3386-14H, LFC manufacturing lot 224, installed. This AD requires identifying and removing all counterweight slug attachment bolts, P/N B-338…
-
Jul 20, 2006
Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 Series Turboprop Engines
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 series turboprop engines with certain part numbers of Woodward fuel control unit (FCU) assemblies installed. This AD requires initial and repetitive dimensional inspections of the fuel control drive, for wear or damage. This…
-
Jul 5, 2006
Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 Series Turboprop, and TSE331-3U Model Turboshaft Engines
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 series turboprop, and TSE331-3U model turboshaft engines. This AD requires implementing a new flight cycle counting method for first, second, and third-stage turbine rotors used in aircraft that make multiple takeoff…
-
Mar 8, 2006
Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 Series Turboprop Engines
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 series turboprop engines with certain part numbers of Woodward fuel control assemblies installed. This proposed AD would require initial and repetitive dimensional inspections of the splines between the fuel pump and f…
-
Feb 23, 2006
Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 Series Turboprop, and TSE331-3U Model Turboshaft Engines
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 series turboprop, and TSE331-3U model turboshaft engines. This proposed AD would require implementing a new flight cycle counting method for first, second, and third-stage turbine rotors used in aircraft that m…
-
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…
-
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…
-
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…
-
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…
04 / Type Certificate Data Sheets
FAA TCDS for AERO COMMANDER 690
The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 1 match in the FAA catalog.
- 2A4 Current Rev 50 · 11/18/2024
Twin Commander Aircraft LLC
Models: 680-V, 680-F(P), 680-F, 680-E + 17 more
06 / Supplemental Type Certificates
Modifications approved for AERO COMMANDER 690
52 STCs on file — every FAA-approved modification, alteration, or installation for this aircraft. STOL kits, avionics, fuel systems, floats, engine swaps, you name it.
-
08/27/2024
STC SA04837NY
Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights
AeroLED's Holdings, LLC
-
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
-
06/13/2024
STC SA02511SE (1 OF 3)
Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s)
CiES Inc.
-
06/13/2024
STC SA02511SE (1 OF 2)
Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s)
CiES Inc.
-
02/02/2024
STC SA02658SE (1 OF 2)
Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System
Garmin International Inc.
-
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.
-
07/21/2021
STC SA02265SE
Installation of a camera housing
Airborne Sensor LLC
-
06/14/2021
STC SA02658SE (1 OF 2)
Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System
Garmin International Inc
-
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
-
01/12/2021
STC SA02426AK
Approval of the FreeFlight FDL-978-TX ADS-B system installed
FreeFlight Systems
-
10/29/2020
STC SA02511SE (1 OF 3)
Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s)
CiES Inc.
-
01/13/2020
STC SA02658SE (1 OF 2)
Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System
Garmin International Inc
-
09/09/2019
STC SA01714WI (1 OF 2)
Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R wit…
Garmin International Inc
-
07/24/2019
STC SA02511SE (1 OF 2)
Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s)
CiES Inc.
-
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
-
12/19/2018
STC SA00765DE
Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor
Peregrine
-
07/12/2018
STC SA02503AK (Page 2)
Installation of AMSAFE State of the Art Restraint System (SOARS) inflatable restraints
AMSAFE Inc.
-
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
-
12/01/2017
STC SA00765DE
Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor
Peregrine
-
05/01/2017
STC SA02265SE
Installation of a camera housing
Airborne Sensor LLC
-
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
-
02/29/2016
STC SA00149BO
Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Volt and Vac Alert System, P/N 2044-1
Aircraft Components Inc
-
01/29/2016
STC SA00765DE Page 1
Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor
Peregrine
-
01/22/2016
STC SA03658AT
Installation of a Voice Alert System to incorporate as primary annunciators for stall and gear warnings
Aircraft Components Inc
-
09/04/2015
STC SA02426AK
Approval of the FreeFlight FDL-978-TX ADS-B system installed
FreeFlight Systems
-
04/13/2015
STC SA02430SE
Fabrication and installation of a camera housing
Airborne Sensor LLC
-
03/03/2015
STC SA00765DE
Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor
Peregrine
-
12/12/2014
STC SA800EA
Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies
Whelen Engineering Co Inc
-
12/05/2014
STC SA800EA
Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies
Whelen Engineering Co Inc
-
10/01/2014
STC SA02426AK
Approval of the FreeFlight FDL-978-TX ADS-B system installed
FreeFlight Systems
+ 22 more STCs on file
07 / PMA replacement parts
FAA-approved replacement parts for AERO COMMANDER 690
60+ 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.
-
105-HNG-275C#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/04C7B164C899B751862578E200629DBE.0001##
Hydraulic Pump
Meggitt (North Hollywood), Inc. replaces 790332-501
PMA holder → -
105-HNG-275C#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/13A261247EDD90B086257523007121E4.0001##
Hydraulic Pump
Meggitt (North Hollywood), Inc. replaces 790332-501
PMA holder → -
ST-591#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/356A2AB05D4C9AAF862577FB006256D4.0001##
Yaw Damper System
S-TEC Corporation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
ST-590#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/78998AEB2A64CC14862577FB006256A7.0001##
System 65 Two Axis Automatic Flight Guidance System
S-TEC Corporation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
S51000, S50000#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2230B61D7CF95C74862577210041F818.0001##
Replace the O-Ring Seals in the Landing Gear Lower Strut with Green Tweed, Inc., Seal Kit
Valair Aviation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
S51000, S50000#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0EAD97265A42E49C862574080048C33A.0001##
Replace the O-Ring Seals in the Landing Gear Lower Strut with Green Tweed, Inc. Seal Kit
Valair Aviation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
S50000#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DF91D2DB51A6FF24862573290048785B.0001##
Replace the O-Ring Seals in the Landing Gear Lower Strut with Green Tweed, Inc. Seal Kit
Valair Aviation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
S51000#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0D82C574CCF12BF68625732900487827.0001##
Replace the O-Ring Seals in the Landing Gear Lower Strut with Green Tweed, Inc. Seal Kit
Valair Aviation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
690-100-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID153821731120250213205356.0001##
Air Conditioning System Installation – R12
Air Comm Corporation replaces Modification Article
PMA holder → -
690-100-3#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID111406096320250213205357.0001##
Air Conditioning System Installation – R134a
Air Comm Corporation replaces Modification Article
PMA holder → -
690-100-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID109453158020250213205357.0001##
Air Conditioning System Installation – R134a
Air Comm Corporation replaces Modification Article
PMA holder → -
690-100-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID105401663520240119182906.0001##
Air Conditioning System Installation-R134a
Air Comm Corporation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
690-100-3#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138187320920240119182906.0001##
Air Conditioning System Installation-R134a
Air Comm Corporation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
690-100-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID132214108520240119182906.0001##
Air Conditioning System Installation-R12
Air Comm Corporation replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
NOHIPOT#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID124952123720240320173408.0001##
Decal
Augusta Aero Innovations LLC replaces 06-201020
PMA holder → -
MG94A-902-1M#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID188401614520220916174317.0001##
Brush, Electrical Contact
Miraj Corporation replaces 23093-1305
PMA holder → -
BYLB-50243#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3BC669A62E686D538525704B005D01D3.0001##
Valve and Actuator Assembly
GE Aviation Systems LLC replaces BYLB-50243
PMA holder → -
BYLB-50244#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/94FF77F0BDB445168525704B005D01D4.0001##
Valve and Actuator Assembly
GE Aviation Systems LLC replaces BYLB-50244
PMA holder → -
123607-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/5E845553F0C46DBD86258331005979CB.0001##
Pressure Transducer
Sensor System, LLC replaces Twin Commander P/N 850493-509
PMA holder → -
123607-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/00D460762C33935C86258331005979C0.0001##
Pressure Transducer
Sensor System, LLC replaces Twin Commander P/N 850493-507
PMA holder → -
123607-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/76FA121914D9C5A3862582F30049FF05.0001##
Pressure Transducer
Sensor System, LLC replaces Twin Commander P/N 850493-509
PMA holder → -
123607-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FFBFC6AB4ED74F9B862582F30049FEF0.0001##
Pressure Transducer
Sensor System, LLC replaces Twin Commander P/N 850493-507
PMA holder → -
4E1601-5#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/81EB1462052675ED86257065006BA21B.0001##
Propeller De-Icer
UTC Aerospace Systems, Goodrich Sensors & Integrated Systems replaces Twin Commander P/N 4E1601-5
PMA holder → -
213682#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F6E378C2C2DFC03B862573CC0059974F.0001##
SYNCHRONIZER KIT
Woodward Inc replaces -
PMA holder → -
690-100-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3079B8673408A89B8625746B00600032.0001##
Air Conditioning System Kit
ACC-KP LLC replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
690-100-3#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0EBB15D79DD106238625746B00600080.0001##
Air Conditioning System Kit
ACC-KP LLC replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
690-100-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/08080F8D208DBADF8625746B005FFFE4.0001##
Air Conditioning System
ACC-KP LLC replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
A5106KIT#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/CF4C4101852D1982862575E00070C721.0001##
Marker-Kit
Aero Decals Inc replaces Executive P/N ADCPA5106KIT
PMA holder → -
A4873VBC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/552F6F7DAA9E54A3862575D30065199C.0001##
Marker-Push etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 49307209
PMA holder → -
A4878MSB#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/EDFACE1857CB19D3862575D300651A78.0001##
Marker-Engine etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 110190501
PMA holder → -
A4870VBC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E1CF15CBBE7148E8862575D30065191A.0001##
Marker-No etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 110134237
PMA holder → -
A4892PRW#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4F7676547063BAED862575D300651C50.0001##
Marker-Open etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 86219621
PMA holder → -
A4875VRC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7F5C4E83F716EC32862575D3006519F5.0001##
Marker-Ext etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 110134219
PMA holder → -
A4865VYY#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/AA95BE9D89F9745E862575D30065188D.0001##
Marker-Attach etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 110134273
PMA holder → -
A4871VBC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/74C4070EE7DFE922862575D300651947.0001##
Marker-No etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 110134239
PMA holder → -
A4891PRW#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/53864BE93E950C28862575D300651C23.0001##
Marker-Caution etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 86219625
PMA holder → -
A4890PRW#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/52531B71F1DAF6FE862575D300651BF7.0001##
Marker-4 etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 86219623
PMA holder → -
A4896VBC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/917AF953B2A90FAA862575D300651CFF.0001##
Marker-No etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 86219619
PMA holder → -
A4876VRC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7F93B5DBCAABD3B4862575D300651A20.0001##
Marker-Push etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 110134271
PMA holder → -
A4866VRC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/311C8A172C47B280862575D3006518B8.0001##
Marker-Tire etc.
Aero Decals Inc replaces Twin Commander P/N 110134269
PMA holder →
+ 20 more PMA parts on file
04 / Regulations watching this type
Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for AERO COMMANDER 690
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 3 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.
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 →