Aeroshell 560 Aviation Oil, MIL-PRF-23699F

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 is a 5 cSt synthetic hindered-ester aviation turbine oil formulated for modern, high-powered and high-compression gas turbine engines. Its high thermal stability and low coking characteristics help maintain engine cleanliness and reliable lubrication under demanding operating conditions.

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 is qualified to MIL-PRF-23699G Grade HTS and SAE AS5780D Grade SPC. It is designed to provide improved thermal and oxidation stability, load-carrying performance, corrosion protection, and elastomer compatibility compared with earlier-generation standard turbine oils.

AeroShell 560 is particularly suited to modern turbine engines where higher operating temperatures and pressures can place increased demands on the lubricant. Its low-coking formulation helps reduce deposits in high-temperature engine areas and can contribute to cleaner engine operation and longer maintenance intervals.

Features & Benefits

• 5 cSt synthetic hindered-ester turbine oil for demanding aviation applications.
• MIL-PRF-23699G Grade HTS high thermal stability classification.
• SAE AS5780D Grade SPC Standard Performance Capability classification.
• Low coking propensity helps reduce carbon and oil deposits in high-temperature engine areas.
• Improved load-carrying capability helps protect bearings and other highly loaded components.
• Thermal and oxidation stability helps the oil withstand demanding turbine-engine operating conditions.
• Corrosion protection helps protect engine and component surfaces.
• Elastomer compatibility helps minimize the risk of seal degradation and lubricant leakage.
• Suitable for commercial and military aviation applications where the applicable equipment documentation specifies this lubricant class.

Applications

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 was developed for modern turbine engines operating under higher temperatures, pressures, and overall thermal loads than earlier-generation engines.

• Aircraft gas turbine engines
• Modern high-powered turbine engines
• High-compression turbine engines
• Commercial aviation turbine engines
• Military aviation turbine engines
• Turbine engine accessories and components requiring an approved 5 cSt HTS lubricant
• Industrial or aero-derivative gas turbine applications where specifically approved

Always verify lubricant requirements against the applicable aircraft, engine, accessory, or equipment manufacturer's maintenance documentation before use.

Specifications & Approvals

Specification status and equipment approval should be verified against the current manufacturer documentation applicable to the specific aircraft or equipment.

Product Characteristics

Why Use an HTS Turbine Oil?

Modern high-powered turbine engines can expose lubricants to higher temperatures and pressures than earlier-generation engines. Under these conditions, conventional turbine oils may experience increased thermal stress and coking in high-temperature bearing areas.

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 was developed as a high thermal stability lubricant to address these more demanding operating conditions. Its low-coking performance helps maintain engine cleanliness while its thermal and oxidation stability supports reliable lubrication under severe operating conditions.

Shell testing has demonstrated very low coking deposits for AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 under its published high-temperature test conditions. Actual aircraft and engine performance depends on the specific equipment, operating conditions, and maintenance program.

Compatibility & Handling

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 contains a synthetic ester base oil. Verify compatibility with seals, elastomers, paints, plastics, and other materials before use in equipment where material compatibility is a concern.

Do not mix or substitute turbine oils unless the applicable aircraft, engine, accessory, or equipment manufacturer's documentation specifically permits the lubricant.

Refer to the current manufacturer Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet for detailed handling, storage, compatibility, and safety information.

Product Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AeroShell Turbine Oil 560?

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 is a 5 cSt synthetic hindered-ester aviation turbine oil designed for modern, high-powered and high-compression gas turbine engines. It provides high thermal stability, low coking performance, oxidation resistance, load-carrying capability, and corrosion protection.

What specification does AeroShell 560 meet?

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 is qualified to MIL-PRF-23699G Grade HTS and SAE AS5780D Grade SPC. Shell also identifies the product with DEF STAN 91-101, DCSEA 299/A, NATO O-154, and Joint Service Designation OX-27.

Is AeroShell 560 an HTS oil?

Yes. AeroShell 560 is a High Thermal Stability (HTS) turbine oil under MIL-PRF-23699G. It is also classified as SPC (Standard Performance Capability) under SAE AS5780D.

Is AeroShell 560 an HPC oil?

No. AeroShell 560 is classified as HTS/SPC. AeroShell Ascender is the AeroShell product classified as HTS/HPC. Verify the applicable equipment manufacturer's requirements before selecting between these products.

What is the difference between AeroShell 500 and AeroShell 560?

Both are 5 cSt synthetic turbine oils, but they have different thermal-performance classifications. AeroShell 500 is MIL-PRF-23699G Grade STD / SAE AS5780D Grade SPC, while AeroShell 560 is MIL-PRF-23699G Grade HTS / SAE AS5780D Grade SPC. AeroShell 560 is designed for the more demanding thermal conditions associated with modern high-powered turbine engines.

What is the difference between AeroShell 560 and AeroShell Ascender?

Both are 5 cSt HTS turbine oils, but AeroShell 560 is classified as SAE AS5780 SPC, while AeroShell Ascender is classified as SAE AS5780 HPC. Use the lubricant specified by the applicable engine or equipment manufacturer.

What viscosity is AeroShell 560?

AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 is a 5 mm²/s, or approximately 5 cSt, synthetic turbine oil.

Can AeroShell 560 be used in any aircraft turbine engine?

No. Lubricant requirements vary by engine and aircraft. AeroShell 560 is approved for a wide range of turbine-engine applications, but the applicable aircraft, engine, or equipment manufacturer's maintenance documentation should always be checked before use.

Where can I buy AeroShell Turbine Oil 560?

Business Aircraft Consumables stocks AeroShell Turbine Oil 560 for aviation maintenance and turbine lubrication applications. Contact BAC for current package availability.