AD 2019-10-04

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Airworthiness Directives; BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG Engines

AD Number
2019-10-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2018-0916
FR Citation
84 FR 25984

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
engine Rotax 912 and 914 model Airworthiness Directives; BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG Engines

Unsafe Condition

Power loss and engine RPM drop on certain Rotax 912 and 914 model engines due to a quality control deficiency in the manufacturing process of certain valve push-rod assemblies resulting in partial wear on the rocker arm ball socket and possible malfunction of the valve.

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Required Actions

One-time inspection and, depending on the findings, replacement of the affected parts with parts eligible for installation.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Rotax 912 F2, 912 F3, 912 F4, 912 S2, 912 S3, 912 S4, 914 F2, 914 F3, and 914 F4 engines (all S/Ns) on which a valve push-rod assembly has been replaced with one manufactured between June 8, 2016, and October 2, 2017.

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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

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