C156005-0107 – Textron Aviation OEM Fuel Cap
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Overview
The Textron Aviation C156005-0107 is a genuine OEM, flush-mount, locking fuel cap engineered for a wide range of modern Cessna single-engine aircraft. This is a critical component designed to provide a secure and perfectly sealed closure for the aircraft's fuel tank filler port. Its flush-mount design minimizes aerodynamic drag, while the integrated locking mechanism prevents fuel theft and tampering. Manufactured to Textron's exact specifications, this fuel cap ensures the proper venting and protection of the aircraft's fuel system.
Key Features
- Aerodynamic Flush-Mount Design: Sits flush with the wing's surface, providing a smooth aerodynamic profile that reduces parasitic drag compared to older, raised-style caps.
- Integrated Locking Mechanism: Features a secure locking mechanism, providing an essential layer of security against fuel tampering, contamination, and theft.
- Positive Sealing: Equipped with a high-quality, fuel-resistant elastomer gasket that creates a positive seal against the filler neck. This prevents water ingress into the fuel tank from rain and washing, and stops fuel leakage from the cap.
- Engineered Venting System: The cap is a key part of the fuel tank's venting system, designed to allow air to flow into the tank to replace consumed fuel, preventing vacuum formation while stopping fuel from siphoning overboard.
- Durable Construction: Constructed from high-strength materials, including a robust aluminum handle and faceplate, designed to withstand years of service, temperature changes, and exposure to aviation fuels and the elements.
- Genuine Textron OEM Part: As the genuine factory component, it guarantees a perfect fit, correct venting characteristics, and the quality required to maintain the aircraft's Type Certificate design.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: C156005-0107
- Component Type: Flush-Mount, Locking Fuel Filler Cap
- Material: Aluminum Alloy and Fuel-Resistant Elastomers
- Locking Type: Keyed or Tool Actuated
- Certification: FAA Production Approval
Aircraft Compatibility
The C156005-0107 is the standard factory-installed fuel cap on many later-model, single-engine Cessna aircraft. It is imperative to consult the specific aircraft's Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) for final verification.
- Primary Aircraft Models (Examples):
- Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP
- Cessna 182S, 182T Skylane
- Cessna T182T Turbo Skylane
- Cessna 206H Stationair
- Cessna T206H Turbo Stationair
Applications
The C156005-0107 is a flight-critical component essential for the safe operation of the aircraft:
- Fuel System Integrity: Provides a secure seal for the fuel tank, protecting the fuel supply from water and particulate contamination.
- Fuel System Venting: A core component of the venting system, ensuring reliable fuel flow to the engine.
- Security: Prevents unauthorized access to the aircraft's fuel tanks.
- Component Replacement: The primary part used to replace a lost, damaged, or malfunctioning (e.g., leaking seal) fuel cap.
Why Choose C156005-0107?
The fuel cap is more than just a plug; it is an engineered component of the fuel system. A poorly fitting or improperly designed cap can lead to water contamination, fuel starvation due to improper venting, or fuel siphoning. The genuine Textron Aviation C156005-0107 is the only part guaranteed to provide the correct seal, precise venting characteristics, and secure locking function as designed by Cessna engineers. For a component this critical to the safety of flight, there is no substitute for factory-original parts.
Order Your C156005-0107 Fuel Cap Now
Ensure the security and integrity of your aircraft's fuel system with a genuine OEM fuel cap. Visit Airparts.aero to order your Textron Aviation C156005-0107 today.
The C156005-0107 fuel cap is a critical part of the aircraft's fuel tank's atmospheric balancing system. As fuel is consumed by the engine, a corresponding volume of air must be allowed to enter the tank to prevent a negative pressure differential, which could impede or stop fuel flow to the engine. The cap's internal vent valve is designed to allow this inward flow of air. Conversely, as fuel temperature increases on the ground, the fuel and vapors expand. The cap's vent is also designed to relieve this positive pressure, preventing structural stress on the fuel tank. This precise, bi-directional venting, combined with a positive seal against liquid water, is why a simple plug cannot be used and why the OEM-engineered cap is essential.
Note: This component is flight-critical. Always ensure the fuel cap is securely locked and flush with the wing surface as part of the pre-flight inspection. Periodically inspect the gasket for cracking or deterioration and replace if necessary to ensure a proper seal.
