EASA Regulations for Convair 580

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EASA SIB 2007-09

Apr 17, 2007

FAA SAIB NE-07-24 - Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd (formerly Convair) Model 340/440 Allison Turboprop Conversion, known as Convair 580

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NE-07-24 addresses safety concerns for the Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd Model Allison Prop-Jet Convair 340/440, known as the Convair 580 aircraft. The bulletin emphasizes adherence to approved fuel cross-feed operating procedures and recommends using boost pumps with identical pressure settings on both sides to prevent fuel starvation incidents. This document is supported by EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-09, which reinforces these recommendations for operators within Europe.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Convair 340
  • Convair 440
  • Convair 580