Type Record · As of May 3, 2026
LOCKHEED 188C
Fixed Wing Multi Engine · ALLISON 501-D13 SER
Registered
3
Year Range
1959–1960
NTSB Events
0
Airworthiness Directives
19
Aircraft Resources
01 / Distribution
Where the fleet lives and was built
Counts of currently-registered LOCKHEED 188C aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
By State (top 10)
- MD 100.0% 3
By Decade of Manufacture
- 1950s 66.7% 2
- 1960s 33.3% 1
02 / NTSB Records
Events involving LOCKHEED 188C aircraft
No NTSB-recorded events match LOCKHEED 188C in the indexed corpus.
03 / Airworthiness Directives
FAA directives applicable to LOCKHEED 188C
19 directive(s) on file. Showing the most recent 19.
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May 23, 2018
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 188A and 188C airplanes; and Model P3A, P-3A, and P3B airplanes type certificated under various other type certificate holders. Certain variants of Model 188A and 188C airplanes are known as…
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Nov 5, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 188 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating that the circumferential fuselage splice at fuselage-station (FS) 695 is subjec…
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Oct 9, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 188 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating the left and right lower surface panels of the wings are subject to widespread fati…
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Oct 2, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 188 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating that the upper and lower wing skin planks at the attachment of the main landing…
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Jun 5, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 188 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating the left and right lower surface panels of the wings are subject to wi…
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May 28, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 188 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating that a certain circumferential fuselage splice is subject to wides…
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Mar 24, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 188 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating that the upper and lower wing skin planks at the attachment of the…
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Oct 27, 2004
Airworthiness Directives; Various Transport Category Airplanes on Which Cargo Restraint Strap Assemblies Have Been Installed per Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01004NY
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to various transport category airplanes on which cargo restraint strap assemblies have been installed per STC ST01004NY. This amendment requires revising the airplane flight manual to include a procedure for discontinuing the use of certain cargo res…
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Aug 4, 2004
Airworthiness Directives; Various Transport Category Airplanes on Which Cargo Restraint Strap Assemblies Have Been Installed per Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01004NY
This document revises an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to various transport category airplanes on which cargo restraint strap assemblies have been installed per STC ST01004NY. That action would have required revising the airplane flight manual to include a procedure for discontinuing the us…
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Jul 29, 2003
Airworthiness Directives; Various Transport Category Airplanes on Which Cargo Restraint Strap Assemblies Have Been Installed Per Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01004NY
This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to various transport category airplanes on which cargo restraint strap assemblies have been installed per STC ST01004NY. This proposal would require revising the Airplane Flight Manual to include a procedure for discontinuing…
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Feb 24, 2003
Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-600, 737-700, 737-700C, 737-800, 737-900, 757, and 767 Series Airplanes
This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all Boeing Model 737-600, 737-700, 737-700C, 737-800, 737-900, 757, and 767 series airplanes. This proposal would require revising the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to advise the flightcrew to don oxygen masks as a first and…
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Jul 17, 2002
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes; A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R (Collectively Called A300-600) Series Airplanes; and Model A310 Series Airplanes
This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 series airplanes; A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R (collectively called A300-600) series airplanes; and Model A310 series airplanes. This proposal would require revising the Airplane Flight…
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Jun 26, 2002
Airworthiness Directives; Various Boeing and McDonnell Douglas Transport Category Airplanes
This document proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) that would apply to all Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) Models 208 and 208B airplanes. This proposed AD would require you to repetitively inspect the inboard forward flap bellcranks for cracks or replace bellcranks depending on the amount of usage. Th…
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Nov 22, 2000
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model 188A and 188C Series Airplanes
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Lockheed Model 188A and 188C series airplanes, that requires a revision of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to add procedures for donning the flightcrew oxygen masks when the cabin altitude warning horn is activated. The actions specified by t…
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Aug 30, 2000
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model 188A and 188C Series Airplanes
This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all Lockheed Model 188A and 188C series airplanes. This proposal would require a revision of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to add procedures for donning the flightcrew oxygen masks when the cabin altitude warning horn is…
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Nov 25, 1998
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model L-188A and L-188C Series Airplanes
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Lockheed Model L-188A and L-188C series airplanes, that requires revising the Airplane Flight Manual to provide the flightcrew with modified procedures and limitations for operating in icing conditions. This amendment is prompted by incidents…
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Aug 13, 1998
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model L-188A and L-188C Series Airplanes
This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all Lockheed Model L-188A and L- 188C series airplanes. This proposal would require revising the Airplane Flight Manual to provide the flightcrew with modified procedures and limitations for operating in icing conditions. T…
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Sep 22, 1997
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model L-188A and L-188C Series Airplanes
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all Lockheed Model L-188A and L-188C series airplanes. This amendment requires revising the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to prohibit the positioning of the power levers below the flight idle stop during flight, and to provide a statement of…
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Apr 22, 1997
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model L-188A and L-188C Series Airplanes
This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all Lockheed Model L-188A and L- 188C series airplanes. This proposal would require revising the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to prohibit the positioning of the power levers below the flight idle stop during flight, and to…
04 / Type Certificate Data Sheets
FAA TCDS for LOCKHEED 188C
The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 1 match in the FAA catalog.
- 4A22 Historical Rev 13 · 10/25/2001
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Models: 188C, 188A
06 / Supplemental Type Certificates
Modifications approved for LOCKHEED 188C
127 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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03/06/2026
STC SA2622NM
Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101)
Precise Flight Inc.
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06/20/2019
STC ST00353LA
Installation of a 3000 gallon retardant tank system.
Air Spray USA Inc.
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12/18/2018
STC ST02636LA
Modification to upgrade the existing XS-950 Mode S Transponder system to add ADS-B Out
Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
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03/26/2015
STC SA3675WE
Installation of Brownline cargo system P/N 46234-101.
Telair US LLC
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03/26/2015
STC SA2197WE
Installation of Brownline modified cargo restraint system.
Telair US LLC
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12/10/2014
STC ST02524LA
Installation of TCAS version 7.0
Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
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12/20/2011
STC SA2324WE
Installation of spraymat ice protection system on L-188 propeller spinner, Hamilton Standard P/N 553546, replacing Hamilton Standard heater blanket.
ROBERT W. MURRAY
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07/05/2011
STC ST00961LA
Installation of MASS Systems fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Walter Kidde Aerospace fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles installed in the airp…
AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
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09/10/2009
STC ST00986LA-D
Installation of lower cargo compartment smoke detection system provisions.
Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc.
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07/29/2009
STC ST00961LA
Installation of Mass Systems fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Kidde fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.
MASS Systems a Unit of American Global Inc.
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07/08/2009
STC ST00986LA-D
Installation of lower cargo compartment smoke detection system provisions.
Securaplane Technologies LLC
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06/12/2009
STC ST885SO
Modification to a cargo configuration.
Aeronautical Engineers Inc
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06/12/2009
STC ST508SO
Installation of lap/shoulder belts.
Aeronautical Engineers Inc
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06/12/2009
STC SA1081SO
Increase in fuel weight from86,000 pounds to 92,340 pounds.
Aeronautical Engineers Inc
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05/14/2007
STC ST00986LA-D
Installation of lower cargo compartment smoke detection system provisions.
Hollingsead International
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03/06/2007
STC ST00961LA
Installation of Mass Systems fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Kidde fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.
Mass Systems Inc.
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08/31/2006
STC SA2324WE
Installation of spraymat ice protection system on L-188 propeller spinner, Hamilton Standard P/N 553546, replacing Hamilton Standard heater blanket.
Jay-Dee Aircraft Supply Co
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06/27/2005
STC ST00986LA-D
Installation of lower cargo compartment smoke detection system provisions.
Hollingsead International Inc
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07/30/2004
STC SA7772SW
Replacement of existing torquemeters.
AVMAR a Michigan Corporation
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04/26/2004
STC SA709EA
Installation of floor structure and miscellaneous modifications. Is approved only for its structural and electrical provisions and can be incorporated with STC SA707EA and SA708EA.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
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04/26/2004
STC SA1754WE
Installation of cargo doors, cargo floor and other changes. (188A, 188C Aircraft SN 1070 and higher are eligible.)
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
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04/26/2004
STC SA4-1403
Installation of a Lockheed Aircraft Service model 109C flight data recorder.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
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04/26/2004
STC SA707EA
Relocation of cabin window right-side from fuselage station 217-236 to fuselage station 333-352.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
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04/26/2004
STC SA1637WE
Installation of cargo door approximately 80 inches high by 144 inches long in left side of fuselage forebody.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
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04/26/2004
STC SA708EA
Installation of opening in fuselage right hand for emergency exit between fuselage station 226 and fuselage station 253.4. Is approved only for its structural, electrical and mecha…
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
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12/15/2003
STC ST01836NY
Three Man to Two Man Crew Conversion.
Cascade Aerospace Inc.
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11/26/2003
STC ST01836NY
Three Man to Two Man Crew Conversion.
Cascade Aerospace Inc.
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11/07/2003
STC SA2622NM
Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101)
Precise Flight Inc.
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06/01/2002
STC ST01004NY
Installation of cargo restraint straps.
Airline Container Manufacturing Co Inc
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04/05/2002
STC ST02035AK
Installation of Honeywell TCAS II.
ACSS (Aviation Communication and Surveillance Syst
+ 97 more STCs on file
07 / PMA replacement parts
FAA-approved replacement parts for LOCKHEED 188C
2 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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PE1000-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/057022702B39EEDF862572100066C109.0001##
Ball Transfer Unit
Global Aerospace Technology Corporation replaces The Young Engineers Corporation TYE 1000-1SHD
PMA holder → -
PE1000-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FEC4E3516936462786257069006DAF42.0001##
Ball Transfer Unit
Global Aerospace Technology Corporation replaces The Young Engineers Corporation TYE 1000-1SHD
PMA holder →
04 / Regulations watching this type
Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for LOCKHEED 188C
Advisory Circulars
ACs whose subject explicitly mentions LOCKHEED or 188C.
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 →