# Lycoming VO-540-A1A - Type: Engine model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 42228 - Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING - Model: VO-540-A1A - Engine type: Reciprocating - Power: 310 hp - Data sheet: [TCDS E-304](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-304) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Lycoming Engines - Installed in: 0 registered aircraft - Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-vo-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 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012 - [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 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 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 89-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-04-02): Carburetors · Continental Motors O-470-11, O-470-11-CI, O-470-11B and 175 more. Effective Mar 8, 1989 - [AD 80-04-04 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-04-04-R1): Crankshaft Flange Bolts · Lycoming Engines IVO-540-A1A, TIVO-540-A2A, TVO-435-A1A and 38 more. Effective Aug 18, 1980 - [AD 73-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-01): Piston Pin Assembly · Lycoming Engines AIO-360-A1A, AIO-360-A1B, AIO-360-A2A and 215 more. Effective Jan 13, 1977 - [AD 73-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-05-01): Connecting Rod Bearing Assemblies · Lycoming Engines IVO-540-A1A, TIVO-540-A2A, TVO-540-A1A and 21 more. Effective Jul 9, 1974 - [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969 - [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 - [AD 68-08-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-08-08): Hydraulic Valve · Lycoming Engines IGSO-480-A1A6, IGSO-480-A1B6, IGSO-480-A1C6 and 44 more. Effective May 19, 1968 - [AD 62-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-03-02): Hydraulic Valve Tappet Body and Plunger Assembly · Lycoming Engines VO-540-A1A, VO-540-B1A, VO-540-B1B and 6 more. Effective Feb 27, 1962 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 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2) - [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-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014 ## Registered aircraft None registered with this engine model now. ## NTSB investigations None matched to aircraft with this engine model. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to aircraft with this engine model. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (19) 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 SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive. Alcor LLC. Lists VO-540 Series - [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 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 SE4408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4408SW): Miscellaneous engine cylinder replacement parts. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists VO-540 Series - [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists VO-540 Series - [STC SE2902NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2902NM): Lycoming valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee - [STC SE1779NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1779NM): Installation of Precise Flight, Inc. Standby Vacuum System SVS III. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SE00890LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00890LA): Installation of Nickson's cylinder barrels on Lycoming reciprocating engine models. Nickson's Machine Shop Inc. Lists VO-540 Series - [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 VO-540 Series - [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SE8023SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8023SW): Installation and usage of AEROSHELL. Shell Development Co. Lists VO-540 Series - [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists VO-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 VO-540 Series - [STC SE5924SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5924SW): Installation of stainless steel replacement exhaust studs on AVCO engines. Perrigo & Steele Aircraft Engr Company. Lists VO-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 VO-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 VO-540 Series - [STC SE44WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE44WE): Use of Kling Aviation Oil, Specifications KL-100, KL-200 and KL-300 in Continental and Lycoming engines. Kling Oil Company. Lists VO-540 Series ## 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. - [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 - [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 - [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 - [AB-357586](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID182632077520251216184446.0001): Gear. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-357586 · Dec 8, 2023 - [ES10-35937-8](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID181846469020251216184431.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-35937-8 · 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-50765](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID176916822920251216184507.0001): Clamp. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-50765 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-606505](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID175976763420251216184439.0001): Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-606505 · 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-391213](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146344589820251216184434.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-391213 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-102083](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138991042420251216184433.0001): Screw, Distr. Block. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-102083 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-90788-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138975580920251216184500.0001): Woodruff Key. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-90788-5 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-163374](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138652177520251216184458.0001): Felt Strip. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-163374 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-357426](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138013653720251216184448.0001): Distributor Block. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-357426 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-86527](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID136544385220251216184459.0001): Lubricant. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-86527 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-382789](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID131202563120251216184436.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-382789 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-349326](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID129994820320251216184456.0001): Fish Paper. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-349326 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-50752](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID125758886020251216184457.0001): Felt Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-50752 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-55501](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID122580157220251216184441.0001): Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-55501 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-391309](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID120647802220251216184443.0001): Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-391309 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-92815-62](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID118430918720251216184503.0001): Retainer Ring. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-92815-62 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-14268](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID116974477620251216184440.0001): Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-14268 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-53397](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID113466624320251216184442.0001): Washer, Flat. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-53397 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-90751-19](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID111572971120251216184501.0001): Cotter Pin. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-90751-19 · Dec 8, 2023 - [AB-349511](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID103229167720251216184439.0001): Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-349511 · Dec 8, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID189689408720240301172612.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [ES10-400305](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID185646289920240301172615.0001): Coupling,Impulse. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-400305 · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID180471105320240301172647.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID175153480920240301172645.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID170183424420240301172611.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID169748273120240301172659.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID157341881820240301172614.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID137841244720240301172609.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID137511946420240301172637.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID133453320920240301172657.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID128838889420240301172611.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID123611089620240301172613.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 - [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID105506210020240301172621.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023 All of them: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-vo-540-a1a/pma.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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