0711001-59 – Textron Aviation Cabin Door Hinge Pin
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The Textron Aviation 0711001-59 is a genuine OEM, flight-critical hinge pin specifically designed for the main cabin door hinges on a wide range of Cessna aircraft. This precision-machined pin serves as the essential pivot point, allowing the cabin door to swing open and closed smoothly while securely connecting the door hinge halves to the airframe structure. Its function is crucial for both normal operation and the structural integrity of the door assembly.
Manufactured by Textron Aviation to their exacting specifications, this hinge pin is typically fabricated from high-strength, corrosion-resistant steel (CRES). Its precise diameter and length are critical for ensuring a close-tolerance fit within the hinge assembly, minimizing free play ("slop") and preventing wear or elongation of the hinge components. The structural integrity and wear resistance of this pin are paramount for maintaining proper door fit, sealing, and secure latching.
Key Features
Genuine Textron Aviation OEM Part: Guarantees the correct material strength, precise dimensions, heat treatment, and finish as specified in the aircraft's original type design.
Provides Door Articulation Pivot: Serves as the critical pivot axis allowing the main cabin door to open and close smoothly.
High-Strength CRES Construction: Typically manufactured from aerospace-grade corrosion-resistant steel for maximum strength, durability, and resistance to environmental degradation.
Precision Ground Tolerances: Ensures a close fit within the hinge assembly, minimizing free play and wear while allowing smooth rotation.
Designed for Shear Load Bearing: Engineered to withstand the shear forces imposed by the weight of the door and operational loads.
Technical Specifications
Part Number: 0711001-59
Component Type: Cabin Door Hinge Pin / Clevis Pin
OEM Manufacturer: Textron Aviation (Cessna)
Material: Likely Corrosion-Resistant Steel (CRES), e.g., Type 303 or similar. (Material must be confirmed by OEM documentation or certification).
Finish: Passivated or Cadmium Plated (Finish must be confirmed).
Dimensions: Specific diameter and length must be confirmed via Textron documentation or part inspection. Designed to be secured typically with cotter pins or retaining rings.
Governing Specification: Manufactured to Textron Aviation proprietary design and quality standards.
Aircraft Compatibility
The 0711001-59 is specified as a cabin door hinge pin on a vast range of Textron Aviation (Cessna) single-engine aircraft. Common applicable models include, but are not limited to:
Cessna 150, 152
Cessna 172 Skyhawk (many models)
Cessna 177 Cardinal
Cessna 180, 182 Skylane, 185 Skywagon
Cessna 206 Stationair, 207 Skywagon, 210 Centurion
Crucial Note: The specific aircraft model, serial number, and hinge location (upper/lower) must be checked against the latest revision of the official Textron Aviation (Cessna) Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) to ensure correct part number applicability.
Applications
Primary pivot pin for main cabin door hinges, connecting the door hinge half to the airframe hinge bracket.
Replacement part for pins found to be worn (undersized diameter causing excessive play), corroded, bent, or damaged.
Why Choose 0711001-59?
Choosing the genuine Textron 0711001-59 hinge pin is essential for maintaining the safety, security, and proper operation of the main cabin door. Worn hinge pins lead to door sag, difficulty latching, and compromised sealing against wind noise and weather. In extreme cases, excessive wear could compromise the structural integrity of the door attachment. Using a non-genuine hardware store pin introduces unacceptable risks of incorrect material strength (leading to shear failure or rapid wear), improper dimensions (causing excessive play or binding), or inadequate corrosion protection. The genuine Textron OEM part is the only way to guarantee the certified quality, precise fit, and reliable performance required for this important airframe component.
The 0711001-59 hinge pin primarily functions under shear loading and bearing stress. The weight of the door and any dynamic loads during opening/closing create forces that attempt to cut or shear the pin across its diameter at the interfaces between the fixed and movable hinge halves. Therefore, the material selected, typically a Corrosion-Resistant Steel (CRES) like Type 303 or 304, must possess high shear strength. Additionally, the pin operates under bearing stress against the softer aluminum hinge fittings or bushings. The CRES material offers good hardness and wear resistance to minimize elongation of the hinge holes over time. The passivated finish (common for CRES) is a chemical treatment that removes free iron from the surface and forms a passive, chromium-rich oxide layer, significantly enhancing the material's natural corrosion resistance and preventing seizure within the hinge assembly.
Note: This is a flight-critical airframe component. Hinge pins are subject to wear and should be inspected at every annual/100-hour inspection for wear (using go/no-go gauges or micrometers), corrosion, security, and proper lubrication (if applicable). Worn or corroded pins that allow excessive door play are unairworthy and MUST be replaced immediately. Pins must be secured with new cotter pins or retaining rings of the correct size as specified by the maintenance manual. Installation must be performed by a certified A&P mechanic.
Documentation
No public-facing OEM or regulatory documentation was located for this specific part number. All technical data, installation procedures, wear limits, and applicability must be sourced from the official Textron Aviation (Cessna) Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) and Maintenance Manual for the specific aircraft model and serial number.