F116 Underwing Refuelling Nozzle for Regular to Medium Duty Aircraft Fuelling

Reliable Underwing Fuelling Performance for Commercial Airport Operations

The F116 Underwing Nozzle is a medium-weight aircraft refuelling nozzle designed for regular to medium-duty service at commercial airports worldwide. Built for safe, efficient and dependable ground-fuelling operations, the F116 provides a positive leak-tight connection to the aircraft adapter during refuelling.

Engineered for durability and ease of use, the F116 combines strong, solid handles, an ergonomic flow-control handle and modular service features to help operators fuel aircraft with confidence.

Key Benefits of the F116 Underwing Nozzle

• Positive leak-tight connection to aircraft adapters
• Designed for regular to medium-duty airport fueling operations
• Fully interlocked flow control handle helps prevent inadvertent spills
• Lightweight construction supports easier handling during daily use
• Compatible with international standard bayonet adapters
• Floating nose seal helps accommodate temperature changes and worn adapters
• Replaceable nose end and modular poppet seal support easier maintenance
• Available with multiple inlets, strainer, swivel and HECV options
• No copper or copper alloys used in contact with fuel

Built for Safe and Efficient Aircraft Refuelling

The F116 nozzle is designed to support safe underwing aircraft refuelling by delivering a secure connection and operator-friendly handling. Its man-sized flow-control handle is fully interlocked, helping reduce the risk of accidental fuel release during operations.

For airports, fuel service providers and ground handling teams, this makes the F116 a practical choice where reliable day-to-day refuelling performance is essential.

Flexible Configuration Options

The F116 is available as part of a family of nozzles, allowing operators to select the right setup for their fuelling application. Options include different inlet couplings and strainer sizes, various inlet threads, dry-disconnect swivel assemblies, grounding cable, vacuum breaker, pressure gauge and HECV options.

Available features include:

• 40, 60 and 100 mesh strainers
• Dry disconnect swivel assembly
• Optional grounding cable and vacuum breaker
• Optional 35, 45, 50 and 55 PSI HECVs
• Optional pressure gauge
• Coupling and strainer dia: 3.0 inches and 2.5 inches

Designed for Maintainability

The F116 includes practical service features that help reduce downtime and support long-term equipment reliability. The floating nose seal is changeable with minimal disassembly, while the modular poppet seal concept simplifies replacement.

These maintenance-friendly features help keep fuelling equipment operational and support efficient service schedules.

F116 Underwing Nozzle Applications

The F116 is suitable for:

• Commercial airport fueling
• Underwing aircraft refuelling
• Ground fuelling operations
• Regular to medium service duty applications
• Fuelling systems requiring configurable nozzle, swivel and HECV combinations

Please note that for heavy-duty service applications, the F117 nozzle may be recommended.

Technical Overview

The F116 underwing nozzle is available with different coupling and strainer diameters to suit pressure drop requirements. At 500 gpm, selected configurations offer pressure drop values from 11.5 PSI to 16.0 PSI, depending on coupling type and strainer diameter.

Why Choose the F116 Underwing Refuelling Nozzle?

The F116 offers a strong balance of safety, usability and serviceability. Its leak-tight connection, interlocked flow-control handle, robust aluminum handles, and flexible configuration options make it a dependable choice for commercial airport ground fuelling teams.

Enquire About the F116 Underwing Nozzle

Contact our aviation equipment specialists today to discuss the F116 nozzle price, availability, configuration options, and suitability for your aircraft fuelling operation.
Call 0345 230 7887 or email sales@bms-ltd.com 

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