AD 2008-24-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Eclipse Aviation Corporation Model EA500 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Several incidents of engine surge have occurred, leading to hard carbon buildup on the static vane, which could result in further engine surges. Engine surges may cause a reduction in thrust and decreased power, potentially requiring flight and landing under single-engine conditions.
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Required Actions
Incorporate the operating limitation 'LIMIT THE MAXIMUM OPERATING ALTITUDE TO 37,000 FEET (11277M) PRESSURE ALTITUDE' into Section 2, Limitations, of the airplane flight manual (AFM). A person holding at least a private pilot certificate may perform this action, and an entry must be made in the aircraft logbook to document compliance.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Eclipse Aviation Corporation Model EA500 airplanes, all serial numbers, equipped with a Pratt and Whitney Canada, Corp. PW610F-A engine, certificated in any category.
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