EASA Regulations for Pilatus PC-6

2 airworthiness directives and regulatory documents affecting Pilatus PC-6.

EASA SIB 2008-61

Pilatus PC-6 series Flight Controls - Flap Operating Mechanism Leaf Springs - Inspection/Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-61 is an informational bulletin regarding the inspection and replacement of flap operating mechanism leaf springs on Pilatus PC-6 series aircraft. It references the Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) Switzerland Emergency Airworthiness Directive HB-2008-242, which applies to all Pilatus PC-6 models with specific leaf springs installed. The bulletin highlights a safety concern involving cracked or broken leaf springs that could lead to uncommanded flap retraction and potential loss of control.

Jul 8, 2008

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EASA SIB 2007-06

FAA SAIB NE-06-13 - Turboprop Aeroplanes using Propellers with four (4) or more Blades

FAA SAIB NE-06-13 - Turboprop Aeroplanes using Propellers with four (4) or more Blades is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin issued by the FAA on December 12, 2005, and endorsed by EASA in Safety Information Notice 2007-06. It addresses turboprop aircraft equipped with propellers having four or more blades, including models such as Pilatus PC-6, PC-7, PC-12, Piper PA-31T series, Beechcraft King Air series, and others. The bulletin alerts operators to check and adhere to propeller idle RPM settings and any RPM restrictions to avoid potential safety risks related to vibratory resonance and propeller fatigue damage.

Apr 5, 2007

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus PC-6Pilatus PC-7Pilatus PC-12Piper PA-31TBeechcraft King Air