[Correction] Engine — Turbocharger Hose — Replacement
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What to do
Operators of affected Cessna F172 and Piper PA-28 aircraft must replace any affected turbocharger hose within 20 flight hours or 30 days from the effective date of 27 October 2020, whichever occurs first. Installation of affected hoses is prohibited on any engine or aircraft from the effective date. Compliance must follow the instructions in the applicable Continental Aerospace Technologies Service Bulletins.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0228 is a corrective directive addressing turbocharger hose replacement on certain Cessna F172 and Piper PA-28 aircraft equipped with Continental Aerospace Technologies TAE 125-02 diesel engines. The directive targets turbocharger hoses with part number TAE EPA 40-7520-H0131 01 from a specific defective batch that may fail and cause significant engine power loss. It applies to aircraft with engines installed via EASA Supplemental Type Certificates 10014287 and 10014364.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0228 was republished to correct and clarify the list of affected aircraft models and engines installed through specific EASA STCs. It also added Revision 02 of Service Bulletin CG 601-1014 P1 to the reference documents, updating the affected types and ensuring clearer compliance instructions.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals to prevent turbocharger hose failures that could lead to engine power loss and hazardous flight conditions. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure affected hoses are identified and replaced promptly to maintain airworthiness and regulatory compliance. Failure to comply could result in unsafe operations and regulatory penalties.
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