AD 2023-20-03

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Airworthiness Directives; Austro Engine GmbH Engines

AD Number
2023-20-03
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2023-1412
FR Citation
88 FR 76104

Applicability

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

Unsafe Condition

Piston failures due to dimensional deviations in the piston pin bore and piston diameter, which could lead to loss of oil, loss of engine power, and reduced control of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Conduct initial and repetitive engine oil analysis for aluminum content outside acceptable limits. If necessary, replace the pistons, piston rings, con-rods assembly, and crankcase, or as an alternative, replace the engine core.

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Compliance Time

Within the applicable compliance times specified in the AD, which are not detailed in the provided text.

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Affected Aircraft

Austro Engine GmbH Model E4 and E4P engines with serial numbers listed in Tables 1, 2, 3, and 4 of Austro Engine GmbH Mandatory Service Bulletin No. MSB-E4-039/1, Revision 1, dated April 24, 2023.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain

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