AD 91-10-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Lycoming Engines | TIO-540-AE2A | TEXTRON LYCOMING Model TIO-540-AE2A Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of exhaust transition flange bolts can result in engine power loss, engine fire, and possible loss of aircraft.
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Required Actions
Remove and replace exhaust transition flange bolts within 10 hours in service after the effective date. Install specified hardware (LW-31SS-1.19 bolts, 77611 gaskets, STD-2043 nuts), torque to 17 ft.-lbs., and ensure bolts do not loosen during installation.
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Compliance Time
within the next 10 hours in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Textron Lycoming Model TIO-540-AE2A engines with serial numbers up to but not including L9161-61A, except L9157-61A, installed in Piper Malibu Mirage aircraft.
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Federal Register Abstract
Exhaust Transition Flange Bolts
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AD Final Rules - DRS_91-10-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 91-10-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: 91-ANE-10 Subject Heading: TEXTRON LYCOMING Model TIO-540-AE2A Engines Subject: Exhaust Transition Flange Bolts Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 05/21/1991 Make: Lycoming Engines Model: TIO-540-AE2A Product Type: Engine Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 91-10-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: 91-ANE-10 AMENDMENT: 39-6981 AD NUMBER: 91-10-04 SUBJECT HEADING: TEXTRON LYCOMING Model TIO-540-AE2A Engines ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective May 21, 1991. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 91-10-04 TEXTRON LYCOMING: Amendment 39-6981. Docket No. 91-ANE-10. Applicability: Textron Lycoming Model TIO-540-AE2A engines, with serial numbers up to but not including L9161-61A, except L9157-61A, installed in Piper Malibu Mirage aircraft. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless previously accomplished. To prevent engine power loss, engine fire, and possible loss of aircraft, accomplish the following: (a) Remove and replace exhaust transition flange bolts, within the next 10 hours in service, after the effective date of this AD, in accordance with the following procedures: (1) Apply penetrating oil to existing exhaust transition flange bolts and remove the two bolts. (2) Install the following hardware in place of the removed bolts: LYCOMING PART NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY LW-31SS-1.19 Bolt 2 77611 Gasket 1 STD-2043 Nut 2 (3) Torque the bolts to 17 ft.-lbs. (Do not use lockwashers on the bolts.) It may be necessary to start the lock nut prior to torqueing. (4) Install the locknuts on the protruding threads of the bolts, and insure that the bolts do not loosen during installation. (5) Recheck torque on bolt heads to ensure proper torque is retained (17 ft.-lbs.) NOTE: Further information can be obtained from Textron Lycoming Service Bulletin No. 491A, dated February 21, 1990. (b) Aircraft may be ferried in accordance with the provisions of FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to a base where the AD can be accomplished. (c) Upon submission of substantiating data by an owner or operator through an FAA Inspector (maintenance, avionics, or operations, as appropriate), an alternate method of compliance with the requirements of this AD or adjustments to the compliance schedule specified in this AD may be approved by the Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-170, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service, FAA, New England Region, 181 South Franklin Avenue, Room 202, Valley Stream, New York 11581. All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the appropriate service documents from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to Textron Lycoming/Subsidiary of Textron Inc., Williamsport, Pennsylvania 17701. These documents may be examined at the FAA, New England Region, Office of the Assistant Chief Counsel, Room 311, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, Massachusetts. This amendment (39-6981, AD 91-10-04) becomes effective on May 21, 1991. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_91-10-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 91-10-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: 91-ANE-10 Subject Heading: TEXTRON LYCOMING Model TIO-540-AE2A Engines Subject: Exhaust Transition Flange Bolts Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 05/21/1991 Make: Lycoming Engines Model: TIO-540-AE2A Product Type: Engine Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 91-10-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: 91-ANE-10 AMENDMENT: 39-6981 AD NUMBER: 91-10-04 SUBJECT HEADING: TEXTRON LYCOMING Model TIO-540-AE2A Engines ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective May 21, 1991. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 91-10-04 TEXTRON LYCOMING: Amendment 39-6981. Docket No. 91-ANE-10. Applicability: Textron Lycoming Model TIO-540-AE2A engines, with serial numbers up to but not including L9161-61A, except L9157-61A, installed in Piper Malibu Mirage aircraft. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless previously accomplished. To prevent engine power loss, engine fire, and possible loss of aircraft, accomplish the following: (a) Remove and replace exhaust transition flange bolts, within the next 10 hours in service, after the effective date of this AD, in accordance with the following procedures: (1) Apply penetrating oil to existing exhaust transition flange bolts and remove the two bolts. (2) Install the following hardware in place of the removed bolts: LYCOMING PART NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY LW-31SS-1.19 Bolt 2 77611 Gasket 1 STD-2043 Nut 2 (3) Torque the bolts to 17 ft.-lbs. (Do not use lockwashers on the bolts.) It may be necessary to start the lock nut prior to torqueing. (4) Install the locknuts on the protruding threads of the bolts, and insure that the bolts do not loosen during installation. (5) Recheck torque on bolt heads to ensure proper torque is retained (17 ft.-lbs.) NOTE: Further information can be obtained from Textron Lycoming Service Bulletin No. 491A, dated February 21, 1990. (b) Aircraft may be ferried in accordance with the provisions of FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to a base where the AD can be accomplished. (c) Upon submission of substantiating data by an owner or operator through an FAA Inspector (maintenance, avionics, or operations, as appropriate), an alternate method of compliance with the requirements of this AD or adjustments to the compliance schedule specified in this AD may be approved by the Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-170, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service, FAA, New England Region, 181 South Franklin Avenue, Room 202, Valley Stream, New York 11581. All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the appropriate service documents from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to Textron Lycoming/Subsidiary of Textron Inc., Williamsport, Pennsylvania 17701. These documents may be examined at the FAA, New England Region, Office of the Assistant Chief Counsel, Room 311, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, Massachusetts. This amendment (39-6981, AD 91-10-04) becomes effective on May 21, 1991. FOOTER:
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