# Lycoming TIO-540-A1A

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 41966
- Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING
- Model: TIO-540-A1A
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 310 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E14EA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E14EA) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Lycoming Engines
- Installed in: 5 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-tio-540-a1a

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this engine model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026
- [AD 2022-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-16-03): Engine (RECIPROCATING) · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-F and 236 more. Effective Aug 15, 2022
- [AD 2015-19-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-19-07): Fuel injector fuel lines · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1B and 187 more. Effective Nov 3, 2015
- [AD 2012-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-19-01): Crankshafts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1A, AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6 and 321 more. Effective Oct 24, 2012
- [AD 71-13-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-13-01-R1): Rescinding an airworthiness directive · Lycoming Engines TIO-540-A1A, TIO-540-A1B, TIO-540-A1C and 13 more. Effective Mar 8, 2012
- [AD 2012-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-06): Fuel servo diaphragm · Continental Motors 6-260-A, 6-285-A, 6-285-B and 482 more. Effective Feb 24, 2012
- [AD 2010-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-07-08): Turbochargers · Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 137 more. Effective Apr 19, 2010
- [AD 2009-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-02-03): Fuel injection servos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 261 more. Effective Feb 9, 2009
- [AD 2005-12-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-12-06): Riveted-impulse coupling assemblies and snap-ring coupling assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 154 more. Effective Jul 19, 2005
- [AD 2004-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-10-14): Crankshaft gear · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 642 more. Effective Jun 25, 2004
- [AD 2004-05-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-05-24): Zinc-plated Crankshaft Gear Retaining Bolts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 161 more. Effective Mar 30, 2004
- [AD 2003-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-14-03): Rotary fuel pumps · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 262 more. Effective Aug 14, 2003
- [AD 97-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-11): Cylinder kits · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 538 more. Effective Aug 12, 1997
- [AD 95-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-07-01): Connecting Rod Bolt · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1E, AEIO-360-B1G6, AEIO-360-H1A and 177 more. Effective Apr 12, 1995
- [AD 92-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-12-05): Piston Pins · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 532 more. Effective Jul 10, 1992
- [AD 91-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-08-07): Fuel Pump · Lycoming Engines TIO-360-A1A, TIO-360-A1B, TIO-360-A3B6 and 51 more. Effective May 6, 1991
- [AD 79-04-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-04-05): Regulator Diaphragm Stem Assembly · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-E1A, AEIO-320-E1B and 215 more. Effective Sep 26, 1979
- [AD 78-23-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-23-10): Center Body Bellows Seal Assembly · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-E1A, AEIO-320-E1B and 218 more. Effective Nov 7, 1978
- [AD 75-09-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-09-15): Fuel Starvation To The Engine · Lycoming Engines AIO-320-A1A, AIO-320-A1B, AIO-320-A2A and 130 more. Effective Apr 30, 1975
- [AD 73-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-10-02): Bendix Fuel Injectors · Bendix Fuel Injectors, AIO-320-A1A, AIO-320-A1B and 88 more. Effective May 16, 1973
- [AD 66-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-06-03): Connecting Rod Assemblies · Lycoming Engines GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A, GO-435-C2A2 and 317 more. Effective Jan 16, 1969

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024
- [AD 2011-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-26-04) (historical): Externally mounted fuel injector fuel lines · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1B and 186 more. Effective Jan 25, 2012
- [AD 2011-15-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-15-10) (historical): Fuel servos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 256 more. Effective Aug 16, 2011
- [AD 2008-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-14-07) (historical): Externally mounted fuel injector fuel lines · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1B and 185 more. Effective Aug 14, 2008
- [AD 2008-08-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-08-14) (historical): Fuel injection servo plugs · Superior Air Parts AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 242 more. Effective Apr 29, 2008
- [AD 2008-06-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-06-51) (historical): Fuel injection servo plugs · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 235 more
- [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006
- [AD 2002-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-26-01) (historical): Fuel injector fuel lines · Textron Lycoming, AVCO IGO-480-A1B6, IGO-540-B1A, IGO-540-B1C and 178 more. Effective Jan 31, 2003
- [AD 2002-23-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-23-06) (historical): Crankshaft gear retaining bolts · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5 and 46 more. Effective Nov 19, 2002
- [AD 2002-20-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-20-51) (historical): Crankshaft gear retaining bolts · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, IO-540 Series (all), LTIO-540-F2BD and 39 more
- [AD 2002-17-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-17-53) (historical): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines LTIO-540-F2BD, LTIO-540-J2B, LTIO-540-J2BD and 36 more
- [AD 98-18-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-18-12) (historical): Fuel Pump · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 249 more. Effective Sep 28, 1998
- [AD 71-13-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-13-01) (historical): Fuel Injector Manifold To Nozzle Tube Assemblies · Lycoming Engines TIO-540-A1A, TIO-540-A1B, TIO-540-A1C and 3 more. Effective Jun 22, 1971

## Information bulletins (advisory) (6)

- [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019
- [SAIB NE-08-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32R1): Propeller Governor  Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw. Issued May 13, 2016
- [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014
- [SAIB NE-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-09-04): Fuel Control/Reciprocating Engines. Issued Jan 10, 2009
- [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008
- [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008

## Registered aircraft (5)

- [N3949W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3949W): [Aero Craft Specialties LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AERO%20CRAFT%20SPECIALTIES%20LLC), [Natchitoches, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Natchitoches), S/N 31-211
- [N567CB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N567CB): [Valiair Lc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALIAIR%20LC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 2002, S/N T20608381
- [N827HT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N827HT): [Wings Over Texas Holdings LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINGS%20OVER%20TEXAS%20HOLDINGS%20LLC), [Denton, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Denton), S/N 31-156
- [N8777P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8777P): [Lil Dawg Aviation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LIL%20DAWG%20AVIATION), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1965, S/N 24-4228
- [N999AW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N999AW): [Ramakrishna Murali DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RAMAKRISHNA%20MURALI%20DBA), [Citra, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Citra), built 1967, S/N 3170

## NTSB investigations

None matched to aircraft with this engine model.

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 19960414013579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960414013579I), Apr 14, 1996: Piper PA31310 (N3949W), Calexico, CA, Minor damage. Narrative: on 4/14/96, N3949W, a Piper aircraft model PA-31, executed an approach for landing, runway 26 (cxl). The aircraft landed gear-up. The pilot and four…

## Service difficulty reports (30)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2020FA0000113](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000113), Mar 16, 2019: SWITCH. LEAKING. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND OIL LEAK AT SWITCH AROUND PLASTIC BODY. THIS SWITCH APPLIES TO AD 13-11-11. TOTAL TIME ON SWITCH 883.0 SWITCH WAS NEW WITH AIRCR
- [SDR 2015FA0000241](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000241), Apr 20, 2015: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. ACFT LOST POWER AND MADE EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT DAMAGED TO ACFT. INSPECTION REVEALED NR 5 CYLINDER CRACKED AND SEPARATED AT HEAD. REPLACED WITH NEW CYLINDER,
- [SDR M2LA2013F00169](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/M2LA2013F00169), Aug 28, 2013: CLAMP. BROKEN. SHORTLY AFTER TAKEOFF, EXPERIENCED SMOKE IN THE CABIN. LANDED. INSTALLED NEW EXHAUST TAILPIPE ASSEMBLY V-BAND CLAMP, WHICH HAD BROKEN.
- [SDR M2LA201309160001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/M2LA201309160001), Aug 28, 2013: CLAMP. BROKEN. PILOT HAD DEPARTED AND SHORTLY AFTER TAKEOFF EXPERIENCED SMOKE IN THE CABIN. LANDED. INSTALLED NEW EXHAUST TAILPIPE ASSEMBLY V-BAND CLAMP.
- [SDR CA121203013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA121203013), Dec 3, 2012: CONTROL CABLE. BINDING. (CAN) RIGHT PROP CONTROL STIFF TO OPERATE.
- [SDR 2007FA0000562](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000562), Jun 29, 2007: LINE. CRACKED. 30 DEGREE FITTING HAS CRACK ON WRENCH FLAT. (K)
- [SDR 2007FA0000268](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000268), Mar 8, 2007: B-NUT. LOOSE. PILOT NOTICED A FLUCTUATION AND LOSS OF HYDRAULIC PRESSURE IN FLIGHT, AFTER INSPECTION THE FORWARD HYDRAULIC HOSE B-NUT ON THE LT GEAR ACTUATOR WAS FOUND TO BE 
- [SDR 2007FA0000164](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000164), Feb 6, 2007: ENGINE. MAKING METAL. UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS AND UNDER OIL SAMPLE PROGRAM, ENGINE HAS HAD (6) HIGH BAD SAMPLES, HIGH IRON, COPPER AND ALUMINUM. AC IS A PUBLIC USE AIRCRAFT WITH CUST
- [SDR 2005FA0001527](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001527), Nov 3, 2005: CAPACITOR. INOPERATIVE. OPENED PRESSURIZED MAGNETO TO INSPECT FOR CORROSION DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION. DETECTED A LARGE AMOUNT OF OIL IN AFT CASE OF MAGNETO. FURTHER INVESTIGATION REVEA
- [SDR W1X2004F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/W1X2004F00000), Jun 7, 2004: HINGE. BROKEN. STEEL HINGE (PW 4752932) FAILED PRIOR TO AD 2000-25-01 INTERVAL. (GL13200409283)
- [SDR 2003FA0000455](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000455), May 1, 2003: MOUNT BRACKET. CRACKED. ENGINE JUST CAME BACK FROM LYCOMING FOR SB553 AND WAS BOLTED ON AIRFRAME. FOUND THE RT REAR LIFTING RING CRACKED 85 PERCENT THROUGH. CRACK HAD GRAY PAINT IN IT.
- [SDR 11447](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/11447), Feb 20, 2003: BAFFLE. CRACKED. PN LW13383 SUMP BAFFLE WAS FOUND CRACKED AT THE 6 ATTACHING SCREWS. A FEW OF THE SCREW HOLES WERE COMPLETELY BROKE ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SCREW AND WASHER.
- [SDR AU010360](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU010360), Apr 19, 2001: HINGE. CRACKED. (AUS) LT MAIN LANDING GEAR INBOARD DOOR FORWARD HINGE ARM CRACKED ONINNER RADIUS. FOUND DURING DYE PENETRANT INSPECTION IAW PIPER MSB 682.
- [SDR 20010423CW012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010423CW012), Mar 29, 2001: HOSE. BURNED. DURING THIS AIRCRAFTS FIRST INSPECTION, THE TURBO BREATHER HOSE WAS FOUND ROUTED NEXT TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BURNED, CAUSING AN OIL LEAK. FAILURE OF THIS HOS
- [SDR CA010110009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010110009), Dec 15, 2000: ENGINE. FAILED. (CAN) ON CLIMB OUT FROM YXD, THE PILOTS NOTICED FLAMES FROM INSIDE THE ENGINE COWL ACCESS DOOR ON RT ENGINE. FOLLOWING FLIGHT MANUAL PROCEDURES, THEY THEN SHUT 
- [SDR 20001121SH002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001121SH002), Nov 8, 2000: DISPLAY. FAILED. CODE ONE FAILURE MODE; THIRD TIME IN THIS AIRCRAFT. SUBMITTER STATED FAX''S TO PIPER, THEIR TECH REPS SAY THAT IT HAS THE ONLY AMPS AND VOLT READINGS ON THIS IN
- [SDR 20001109SH027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001109SH027), Oct 14, 2000: BEARING. FAILED. THE TURBO WAS HUNG UP ON THE BEARINGS AND COULD NOT ROTATE UNTIL FORCE WAS APPLIED TO THE COMPRESSOR. THEN THERE WAS DRAGGING ON THE BEARINGS AND TURBINE AGAINS
- [SDR AU000711](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU000711), Sep 1, 2000: SPAR CAP. CORRODED. (AUS) LEFT LOWER SPAR CAP CORRODED IN AREA BETWEEN THE FUSELAGE AND WHERE THE LOWER SKIN BEGINS. THE AREA IS COVERED BY AN ALUMINIUM ADHESIVE TAPE USED AS AN AN
- [SDR AU000946](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU000946), Aug 18, 2000: STUD. SHEARED. (AUS) NR 4 CYLINDER MOUNT STUDS (3OFF) SHEARED. (X)
- [SDR CA000330006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000330006), Mar 23, 2000: SOLENOID. STUCK. (CAN) PILOT REPORTED SLUGGISH GYRO OPERATION, FOUND LOW GYRO PRESSURE (3 PSI) ON BOTH ENGINES SELECTED OR SINGLE ENGINE OPERATION. UNABLE TO INCREASE PRESSURE. 
- [SDR CA000218003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000218003), Feb 3, 2000: GEAR. SHEARED. (CAN) DURING FLIGHT, ENGINE STOPPED. IT WAS FOUND THAT THE CRANKSHAFT GEAR HAD FAILED. THE GEAR WAS STILL SECURELY FASTENED TO THE CRANK. AD 91-14-22.
- [SDR CA991004019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA991004019), Sep 15, 1999: STUD. BROKEN. (CAN) CYLINDER STUDS FAILED.
- [SDR AU990458](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990458), May 14, 1999: HUB. CRACKED. (AUS) PROPELLER HUB CRACKED IN THREADS OF GREASE NIPPLE HOLE.
- [SDR 99ZZZX1217](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX1217), Feb 27, 1999: LINE. CRACKED. CRACKED/BROKEN ELBOW ADAPTER WELD. AREA AROUND WELD WAS CRACKED CAUSING ADAPTER TO BREAK OFF WITH MINIMAL FORCE. WHEN ADAPTER BREAKS OFF, A 1 INCH HOLE IS LEFT 
- [SDR CA981007007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA981007007), Oct 1, 1998: SWITCH. CORRODED. (CAN) WHEN FLAPS SELECTED TO 15 DEGREES, THEY STUCK. AIRCRAFT LANDED OK. INVESTGATION FOUND CORROSION ON THE UPPER LIMIT SWITCH.
- [SDR CA980915012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980915012), Aug 19, 1998: SWITCH. LOOSE. (CAN) NO GREEN LIGHT INDICATION FOR DOWN AND LOCKED LANDING GEAR. MAINTENANCE FOUND MICROSWITCH ON RIGHT LANDING GEAR LOOSE. MICROSWITCH ADJUSTED AND SECURED. R
- [SDR AU980378](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980378), Apr 6, 1998: PIPE. FRACTURED. (AUS) RT ENGINE NR 4 INJECTOR LINE FRACTURED ADJACENT TO THE INJECTOR NOZZLE.
- [SDR AU980193](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980193), Feb 4, 1998: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. (AUS) FUSELAGE RH FRONT SPAR ATTACHMENT BULKHEAD CRACKED. BULKHEAD, CHANNEL PNO 40603-02 AND REINFORCEMENT PLATE PNO 53016 WERE REPLACED. FOUND DURING REPAIR OF
- [SDR AU971414](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU971414), Nov 10, 1997: COWLING. DEPARTED. (AUS) LH ENGINE COWLING SEPARATED FROM AIRCRAFT IN FLIGHT. THE TOP COWL WAS JAMMED ON THE LEADING EDGE OF THE OUTBOARD WING BY THESLIPSTREAM WHILE THE BOTTOM CO
- [SDR AU970752](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU970752), May 8, 1997: NUT. LOOSE. (AUS) LH PROPELLER SPINNER FORWARD SECURING NUT LOOSE AND LOCKWIRE BROKEN - THREAD ON STUD STRIPPED

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (32)

Approved for this engine model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC SE00825WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00825WI): Installation of Specialty Products Spin-on oil filter on Lycoming Engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc
- [STC SE00939WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00939WI): Installation of B&C Specialty Products Model BC 315-( ) Starter on Lycoming engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE2667CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2667CE): Installation of B&C Specialty Products lightweight (10.2 pounds) engine starter PN BC315-100-2(12 volt) or PN BC315-100-4 (24 volt). B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE01436LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01436LA): Installation of Firewall Forward Technologies LLC modified camshaft. Centri-lube Technologies LLC
- [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 SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp
- [STC SE09445SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09445SC): Installation of fuel injector nozzles. General Aviation Modifications Inc. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE7503SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7503SW): Installation of any or all parts listed on Airmotive Engineering Drawing List No. 852-1, Rev. 1, dated 10/4/88, or later FAA approved revision. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE7668SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7668SW): Installation of parts listed on Drawing List 8810-3, Rev 6. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE00226NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00226NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter Models 149-24HT and 122-24HT. Approval limited to 24-volt DC source available to the starter. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SE3329NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3329NM): Lycoming valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE02436AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02436AT): Installation of 200F series fuel pump assembly. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC
- [STC SE445GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE445GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics
- [STC SE01930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01930NY): Installation of Casper Labs 90 degree oil filter housing adapter. Casper Labs Inc
- [STC SE1779NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1779NM): Installation of Precise Flight, Inc. Standby Vacuum System SVS III. Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE3177NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3177NM): Installation of Machin, Inc. intercooler & associated systems. American Aviation Inc
- [STC SE09492SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09492SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE7674SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7674SW): Grind nitrided cylinder barrels plus .010 over size pistons, to .010 and install SL10545P10 SL74241P10 compression rings and SL73857P10 Oil Control rings. Superior Air Parts, Inc
- [STC SE8023SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8023SW): Installation and usage of AEROSHELL. Shell Development Co. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [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. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE244NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE244NE): Installation of Mattituck plasma flame sprayed cylinder barrels in Teledyne reciprocating engines. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [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. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SE128NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE128NE): Use of AMS/OIL 15W 50 synthetic piston aircraft oil in Avco engines. AMS/OIL. Lists TIO-540 Series
- [STC SA01436DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01436DE) (historical): Installation of Firewall Forward Technologies, LLC modified camshaft. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC

## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (over 1,000, first 50)

Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this engine model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first.

- [ES66M19385](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID186804045820251216184409.0001): Clamp, Magneto. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 66M19385 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-400567](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID182838314420251216184405.0001): Bearing, Ball. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-400567 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349249](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID172741321620251216184404.0001): Washer, Bowed. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349249 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-180046-28](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID170373951520251216184357.0001): Sleeve, Clear. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-180046-28 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349247](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID155835169920251216184407.0001): Retainer, Bearing. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349247 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-78655](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID148578074420251216184359.0001): Washer, Flat. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-78655 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-35937-24](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID131353354520251216184356.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-35937-24 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES-349290-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID124195582920251216184349.0001): Magneto Assembly, S-1200 Series, 6 Cyl. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces LW-349290-1, LW-349290-1D, 75454… · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES-349310-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID117952123520251216184351.0001): Magneto Assembly, S-1200 Series, 6 Cyl. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces LW-349310-1, LW-349310-1D, 75453… · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-5752](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID115793636520251216184401.0001): Cable, Clip. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-5752 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349328](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID114147850320251216184403.0001): Flat Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349328 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349221](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID111222593020251216184358.0001): Stud, Hex 10-32. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349221 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349242](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID110743662720251216184408.0001): Gear, Spur, 1200 Series, 6-Cyl. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349242 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349243-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID108636864620251216184402.0001): Cam, 1200. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349243-2 · Nov 10, 2025
- [AB-160844](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID100141747720251216184413.0001): Spring & Brush Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-160844 · Nov 10, 2025
- [OC](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID178549155320250923184433.0001): Oil Cooler Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Sep 12, 2025
- [AE45BS](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID187750711420250908153020.0001): Brush Rack Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALU1045BS · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE943](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID185624017520250908153027.0001): Rotor Shaft. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALU-228 · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE1003](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID179565848920250908153019.0001): Drive End Housing. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number A2E1003K · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE45BS-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID173583138520250908153031.0001): Brush Rack Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALU-1045BS · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE2241](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID127316494620250908153022.0001): Fan Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number 90-2241 · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE1132](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID103582853720250908153023.0001): Slip Ring End Housing. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Numbers ALK-1132AS… · Aug 27, 2025
- [SL6](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID151538433320250923185921.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Aug 4, 2025
- [TXPL6](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146504457020250923185923.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Aug 4, 2025
- [HSS](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID104096221220250923185925.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Aug 4, 2025
- [CFRB9089](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID126352418220250312124924.0001): Valve, Poppet Relief. PRECISION AIRMOTIVE LLC · PMA PQ0111NM · Replaces RB9089 · Dec 31, 2024
- [FFT-PLG-003](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID195538759920240801144311.0001): Cam End Plug. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC · PMA PQ2043NM · Modification part · Jul 16, 2024
- [FFT-PLG-004](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID162830829420240801144312.0001): Cam End Plug. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC · PMA PQ2043NM · Modification part · Jul 16, 2024
- [AA48111-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID120682187320240813134136.0001): Oil Filter. Aero Accessories LLC · PMA PQ1206CE · Replaces Aero AccessoriesAA48111Champion… · Jul 12, 2024
- [KA16000-17](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID157709271920240919140754.0001): Exhaust Stack Assembly. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. · PMA PQ2712CE · Replaces LW-16793 · Jun 20, 2024
- [KA16000-13](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID156666619220240919140754.0001): Exhaust Stack Assembly. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. · PMA PQ2712CE · Replaces LW-16790 · Jun 20, 2024
- [KA16000-15](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID143946972520240919140754.0001): Exhaust Stack Assembly. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. · PMA PQ2712CE · Replaces LW-16792 · Jun 20, 2024
- [200F-5005](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID136991488520240701174359.0001): Fuel Pump. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Lear RomecRG9080J8A/MLycoming… · Jun 20, 2024
- [KA16000-11](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID135631400020240919140754.0001): Exhaust Stack Assembly. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. · PMA PQ2712CE · Replaces LW-16789 · Jun 20, 2024
- [KA16000-3](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID133825929620240919140753.0001): Exhaust Stack Assembly. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. · PMA PQ2712CE · Replaces LW-15849 · Jun 20, 2024
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID109491024920240701174358.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Jun 20, 2024
- [KA16000-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID105154120420240919140753.0001): Exhaust Stack Assembly. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. · PMA PQ2712CE · Replaces LW-15850 · Jun 20, 2024
- [AB-382585](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID195988018720251216184453.0001): Ignition ContactAssembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-382585 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-157160](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193485923720251216184437.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-157160 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-400623](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193069304920251216184444.0001): Ball Bearing. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental… · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-51678](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID192819677720251216184507.0001): Oil Deflector. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-51678 · Dec 8, 2023
- [ES10-35936-7](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID191691087420251216184428.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-35936-7 · Dec 8, 2023
- [ES10-35935-6](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID180932652920251216184430.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-35935-6 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-157158](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID173837306320251216184432.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental MotorsP/N: 10-157158 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-92815-37](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID165115893520251216184504.0001): Retaining Ring. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-92815-37 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-382584](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID164325700920251216184454.0001): Ignition ContactAssembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-382584 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-357173](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID163626963020251216184452.0001): Ignition ContactAssembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-357173 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-349263](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID161733554320251216184505.0001): O-Ring. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-349263 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-357174](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID152704886320251216184451.0001): Ignition ContactAssembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-357174 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-349652](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146517788120251216184438.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-349652 · Dec 8, 2023

All of them: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-tio-540-a1a/pma.md

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