# Lycoming VO-540-C2B

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 42245
- Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING
- Model: VO-540-C2B
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 315 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-c2b

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

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) (21)

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 SE7582SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7582SW): Grinding of high compression NITRIDED Cylinders to .010 oversize, as an alternative to chrome plating or rebarreling, and the installation of SL10207 P10 Piston, SL74241 P10 Top and second compression ring, and SL 73857 P10 oil control ring. Superior Air Parts, Inc
- [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 SE1-201](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1-201): Installation of the Richter Aero Equipment Type B-4 or B-5 Temperature Probe. (O-360 SERIES (excl. A1C, C2B, C2D)). MidContinent Instru Co 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 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) (675, 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
- [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
- [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-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-391213](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146344589820251216184434.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-391213 · 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-50752](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID125758886020251216184457.0001): Felt Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-50752 · 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
- [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
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID194863206620240301172624.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID194140969320240301172653.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193776025320240301172642.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID188639595920240301172657.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID179353732120240301172647.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID158146487720240301172627.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID151858703720240301172646.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID143946869020240301172655.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID137119462920240301172652.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [ES10-400549-4](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID171063566420230929175040.0001): 200 Series Frame, Lyc Flange. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC · PMA PQ4176CE · Replaces 10-400549-4 · Jul 17, 2023
- [ES10-400549-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID110597245620230929175034.0001): 200 Series Frame, Lyc Flange. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC · PMA PQ4176CE · Replaces 10-400549-2 · Jul 17, 2023
- [ES10-400551-7](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID106248181220231025135105.0001): Housing, Distributor. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC · PMA PQ4176CE · Replaces 10-400551-7 · Apr 1, 2023
- [ES10-25788ES10-25788ES10-25788](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID142288884620230703154009.0001): Bearing, SleeveBearing, SleeveBearing, Sleeve. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC · PMA PQ4176CE · Replaces 10-357078, 10-25788, 73610-357078… · Mar 20, 2023
- [ES10-56513](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID131911601320230502200203.0001): Pin, Stop. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC · PMA PQ4176CE · Replaces 10-56513 · Feb 9, 2023
- [ES-4019LS](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID185701279720220916174121.0001): Alternator Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Lycoming 32C21420 · Aug 3, 2022
- [ES10-357165-20](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID125430470820220725141434.0001): Coil, Magneto. Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems LLC · PMA PQ4176CE · Replaces 10-357165-20, 10-357164-1 · Jun 9, 2022
- [PM2403](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID197160420320220916164414.0001): Starter Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 122-24HT,122-HT/ec,122-24LS,122-24PM,12… · May 16, 2022
- [ERZ‐8012](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID185883705920220916164346.0001): Starter Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Kelly… · May 16, 2022
- [ERB‐8012](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID181134014020220916164342.0001): Starter Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Kelly Aerospace MHB-4015, MMU-4001… · May 16, 2022
- [PM1203](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID180763837820220916164409.0001): Starter Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 122-l2HT,122-12LS,122-t2PM,122-NL,31A22… · May 16, 2022

All of them: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-vo-540-c2b/pma.md

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