EASA Regulations for Pilatus PC-7

2 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Pilatus PC-7.

EASA SIB 2013-16

Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A Engines — Reduction Gearbox Failures

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2013-16 is an informational bulletin addressing reduction gearbox failures in Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A series turboprop engines. It highlights the potential for in-flight engine shutdowns due to premature failure of the reduction gearbox, affecting various aircraft types including the Cessna 208 Caravan, DeHavilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, Pilatus PC-7, and Beech King Air series among others. The bulletin aligns with FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-12-04 and aims to inform operators and maintenance organizations within EASA member states.

Oct 14, 2013

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna 208 CaravanDeHavilland DHC-6 Twin OtterPilatus PC-7Beech King Air

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