EASA Regulations for Austro Engine Gmbh E4

14 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Austro Engine Gmbh E4.

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EASA AD 2024-0172-E

Aug 28, 2024

Engine — Piston — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0172-E is an emergency directive addressing piston engines E4 and E4P manufactured by Austro Engine GmbH and Wuhu Diamond Aeroengine Co. Ltd., commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates repetitive borescope inspections and replacement of affected pistons with part number E4A-72-400-000 due to reported piston cracks that could lead to engine failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2023-0163

Aug 18, 2023

Engine — Pistons — Oil Analysis / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0163 is an airworthiness directive addressing piston failures in Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines installed on aircraft such as Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates oil analysis and replacement of pistons and related engine parts to prevent piston failure that could lead to engine power loss and potential safety risks. It applies to engines with serial numbers listed in the updated Mandatory Service Bulletin MSB-E4-039 Revision 2.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2022-0240R1

Dec 15, 2022

Engine – Pistons – Oil Analysis / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0240R1 is an amendment addressing piston failures in Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62 aeroplanes. The directive mandates repetitive oil analyses and replacement of pistons and related engine parts to prevent engine power loss and potential loss of aircraft control.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2021-0274-E

Dec 9, 2021

Engine — High Pressure Pump Driving Gear — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0274-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the high pressure pump (HPP) driving gear on Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines. These engines are commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific part number combinations of cylinder heads and HPP driving gears that may cause premature gear failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2021-0203R1

Sep 24, 2021

Engine – High Pressure Pump Driving Gear – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0203R1 is an updated directive addressing the inspection and replacement of high pressure pump (HPP) driving gears on Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines. These engines are commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacements of affected HPP gears and cylinder heads to prevent premature gear failure.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2021-0191-E

Aug 20, 2021

[Correction] Engine — Oil Pump — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0191-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of certain oil pumps on Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines. These engines are commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates replacement of affected oil pumps to prevent engine oil pressure loss and potential in-flight engine shutdown.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2021-0143-E

Jun 16, 2021

Engine – Oil Pump – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0143-E is an emergency directive addressing a safety issue with Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines, commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62 aeroplanes. The directive mandates the replacement of certain oil pumps identified by specific part numbers and serial numbers due to a manufacturing defect that could cause oil pump failure. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by prohibiting the installation of affected oil pumps.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2021-0094

Mar 31, 2021

Engine — Oil Pump — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0094 is an official regulatory document addressing the replacement of oil pumps on Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines, commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62 aeroplanes. The directive mandates the replacement of certain affected oil pumps due to contamination issues that could lead to engine lubrication failure. It applies to all serial numbers of these engine models and prohibits installation of affected parts.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2021-0055R1

Mar 10, 2021

Engine – Oil Pump – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0055R1 is a regulatory document addressing safety concerns related to Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines installed on aircraft such as Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates the replacement of certain oil pumps identified by part number E4A-50-000-BHY due to reported blockages caused by casting sand contamination. This AD ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to replace affected oil pumps and associated oil and filters.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2017-0103R1

Feb 25, 2019

Engine — Timing Chain — Replacement / Aircraft Flight Manual — Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0103R1 is an amendment addressing Austro Engine GmbH E4 series and E4P engines installed on twin-engine aircraft such as the Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive focuses on the timing chain wear issue linked to windmilling restarts and updates the Aircraft Flight Manual limitations section accordingly. It mandates operational restrictions on windmilling restarts and updates to the AFM to mitigate engine power loss risks.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2019-0041

Feb 25, 2019

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0041 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Austro Engine GmbH E4 series engines. It applies to E4 and E4P engine models installed on aircraft such as Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks to ensure continued engine safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2018-0125

Jun 6, 2018

Engine — Turbocharger Waste Gate Controller and Control Rod Circlip — Life Limit / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0125 addresses the turbocharger waste gate controller and control rod circlip life limits and modifications for Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines. These engines are commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates modifications to prevent failures that could lead to engine power loss and reduced aircraft control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2017-0250

Dec 18, 2017

Engine – Turbocharger Waste Gate Controller and Control Rod Circlip – Life Limit

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0250 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines, commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62 aeroplanes. The directive addresses issues related to turbocharger waste gate controller and control rod circlip components. It mandates life limits and replacement procedures to ensure continued safe operation of these engines.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Austro Engine Gmbh E4
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62