AD 2002-22-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Turbomeca | Artouste III Series | Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca Artouste III Series Turboshaft Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Injection wheel cracks and excessive central labyrinth wear could result in in-flight shutdowns (IFSDs).
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Required Actions
Inspect for smoke emissions after the last flight of the day. If smoke is detected, inspect for fuel flow. If fuel flow is not detected, remove the engine from service for repair. If fuel flow is detected, remove and replace the electric fuel cock. Inspect central labyrinths if not previously inspected or replaced after 1,500 operating hours, and replace as necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
Turbomeca Artouste III series turboshaft engines with injection wheels part numbers 218.25.700.0, 218.25.704.0, 243.25.709.0, 243.25.713.0, 0.218.27.705.0, 0.218.27.709.0, and 0.218.27.713.0 installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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