AD 2016-04-14

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Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca S.A. Turboshaft Engines

AD Number
2016-04-14
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-4070
FR Citation
81 FR 9744

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
engine Turbomeca S Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca S.A. Turboshaft Engines

Unsafe Condition

Reports of uncommanded in-flight shutdowns (IFSDs) due to untimely activation of the tachometer box shut-off system, which could lead to engine failure, IFSD, and loss of control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Remove the affected tachometer box from the engine within 1,600 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.

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Compliance Time

Within 1,600 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Turbomeca S.A. Arriel 1E2 turboshaft engines with specific tachometer box part numbers and serial numbers, as detailed in the AD, and with installed electrical connectors labeled as P10106, P10098, P10108, or P11F, P13F, P15F.

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