AD 2017-11-10

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Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines Reciprocating Engines

AD Number
2017-11-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-9512
FR Citation
82 FR 26982

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
engine Lycoming Engines Reciprocating Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines Reciprocating Engines

Unsafe Condition

Cracked engine exhaust pipes and exhaust studs pulling out from cylinders on Lycoming TIO-540-AJ1A reciprocating engines, which could lead to engine exhaust leaks.

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Required Actions

Initial and repetitive inspections of all engine exhaust system weld joints, and torque checking the exhaust pipe flange mounting nuts.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Lycoming TIO-540-AJ1A reciprocating engines.

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