AD 78-26-01

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DETROIT DIESEL ALLISON Model 250-C28B Engines

AD Number
78-26-01
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
engine Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C28B DETROIT DIESEL ALLISON Model 250-C28B Engines

Unsafe Condition

Possible engine power loss resulting from electromagnetic interference.

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Required Actions

Pull the N2 overspeed circuit breaker and secure it with tape or a Ty-Wrap. Install a placard stating 'Eng Ovsp Circuit Deactivated' near the breaker. Before February 1, 1979, modify the engine electrical system per Detroit Diesel Allison Commercial Engine Bulletin 73-2003, reactivate the N2 overspeed control, remove the 'Eng Ovsp Circuit Deactivated' placard, and remove the No. 4 plug from the N2 overspeed solenoid valve outlet vent if installed per CSL 2008.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight and not later than February 1, 1979.

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Affected Aircraft

Rolls-Royce Corporation Model 250-C28B engines installed in Bell Model 206L-1 rotorcraft certificated in all categories.

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