HINGE PIN

The 0550361-30 is a genuine Textron Aviation hinge pin — a fastening or retaining hardware item used in the airframe. It fits the Skyhawk. It carries an export classification of ECCN 9A991. Because the 0550361-30 is an original-equipment (OEM) part sourced directly from Textron Aviation, it matches the exact specification and placement called out in the aircraft's type design and maintenance data — assurance a generic substitute cannot offer. Parts like this are shared across the Cessna Skyhawk aircraft, reflecting how much structure and hardware these models have in common. Because it carries motion through a system, the exact part preserves the geometry the design depends on. Genuine sourcing means the part matches the drawing exactly, so fit and function are known quantities rather than a gamble at installation. Fitting the correct factory part the first time avoids the rework, removal, and re-inspection that an incorrect or unapproved part can trigger. Sourcing the OEM part protects the airframe's configuration and keeps its service history consistent, which matters for both airworthiness and resale value. OEM parts arrive to the specification the type design was certified against, preserving both airworthiness and the airframe's documented configuration. Built by Textron Aviation, whose Cessna line was founded in Wichita, Kansas in 1927 and joined Textron in 1992, this part carries one of general aviation's most storied names. The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is the most-produced aircraft in history, with more than 44,000 built since 1956, and remains in production under Textron Aviation. Request a quote for 0550361-30 or browse more Cessna Skyhawk parts on Flying411.