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AD FAA-2020-0979

Airworthiness Directives; GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. (Type Certificate Previously Held by WALTER Engines a.s., Walter a.s., and MOTORLET a.s.) Turboprop Engines

Summary

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. (GEAC) M601D-11, M601E-11, M601E-11A, M601E- 11AS, M601E-11S, M601F, H75-200, H80-100, H80-200, and H85-200 model turboprop engines. This AD was prompted by reports of engine power fluctuations occurring during ground tests. This AD requires the removal and replacement of the fuel control unit (FCU). The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2020-0979

Document Number

2020-24794

Type

Rule

Publication Date

November 9, 2020

Effective Date

November 24, 2020

Affected Manufacturer

GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. (Type Certificate Previously Held by WALTER Engines a.s., Walter a.s., and MOTORLET a.s.) Turboprop

Criticality

routine

Emergency

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2020-0979

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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