EASA Regulations for SOCATA TB-10

EASA SIB 2011-16

Teledyne Continental Ignition Systems (formerly Bendix) Magneto Capacitor Installation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2011-16 addresses the installation of magneto capacitors on piston engine aircraft equipped with Teledyne Continental Ignition Systems (formerly Bendix) D-2000 or D-3000 series magnetos. The bulletin references a safety recommendation following an incident investigation involving a SOCTA TB-10 'Tobago' aircraft. It provides guidance for owners and operators to review and implement revised capacitor installation instructions as outlined in Teledyne Continental Ignition Systems Service Bulletin SB651.