AD 2021-17-01

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Airworthiness Directives; Austro Engine GmbH Engines

AD Number
2021-17-01
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2021-0654
FR Citation
86 FR 43075

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Austro Engine GmbH Airworthiness Directives; Austro Engine GmbH Engines

Unsafe Condition

An occurrence was reported of oil pressure loss on an E4 engine. Subsequent investigation determined that a certain batch of oil pumps was produced with a dimensional deviation on the inner gear/shaft. The inner gear/shaft of those pumps may come into contact with the pump housing, which might create debris and cause jamming of the oil pump.

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Required Actions

Removing the affected oil pump from service and replacing it with a part eligible for installation.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P model diesel piston engines

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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

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