EASA Regulations for Diamond DA 40

EASA SIB CE-08-14

Diamond Models DA 40 and DA 40F airplanes equipped with Garmin G1000 installations per Garmin Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA01254WI and STC SA01389WI - Possible Failure of a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS)

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-08-14 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a potential airworthiness concern for Diamond Models DA 40 and DA 40F airplanes equipped with Garmin G1000 installations under Garmin Supplemental Type Certificates SA01254WI and SA01389WI. The bulletin highlights possible failure of transient voltage suppressors (TVS) that may cause cockpit smoke, loud popping sounds, and loss of standby attitude indicator and audio panel functionality. This bulletin does not mandate corrective action but provides important safety information for operators of these aircraft.