EASA Regulations for Stinson L-5 series

Tarver Propeller, LLC (Formerly Brown Propeller, South 80, Univair, and Koppers) Aeromatic Wood Blade Propellers.

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NE-01-23R1 issued by the FAA Aircraft Certification Service provides updated information regarding Tarver Propeller, LLC Aeromatic wood blade propellers used on various aircraft including Aeronca 15AC, Bellanca 14-13 and 14-19 series, Cessna 120, 140, 170A, 170B, Piper PA series, Stinson L-5 series, and others. This bulletin addresses propeller assembly concerns related to blade looseness and clarifies that no unsafe condition warranting an airworthiness directive currently exists. It applies specifically to Tarver propeller blades installed on hub Models F200, F200H, 220, 220-1, and 220H.