EASA AD DCA-750XL-35: Engine Mount Chafing — Inspection

What to do

Operators of Pacific Aerospace 750XL aircraft with serial numbers 101 to 215, 220, and 8001, 8002 must inspect and take corrective action as detailed in Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/102 issue 2 or later. The required actions must be completed within the next 165 hours time in service from the effective date. The effective date for compliance is 2019-02-07.

Summary

Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/35 Engine Mount Chafing – Inspection is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and applies to Pacific Aerospace Limited 750XL aircraft with serial numbers 101 through 215, 220, and 8001, 8002. This directive mandates inspection and preventive measures to address potential chafing damage involving the engine mount, Beta control rod, and inter-turbine temperature sensing probe. The directive references compliance with Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/102 issue 2 or later revisions.

What changed

DCA/750XL/35 introduces a new mandatory inspection and preventive procedure to address insufficient clearance that could cause chafing damage between the engine mount, Beta control rod, and ITT sensing probe on affected 750XL aircraft. It requires operators to follow the instructions in the specified Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin to mitigate this unsafe condition.

Why it matters

This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a potential safety hazard that could lead to damage of key engine components. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft, helping operators and maintenance teams prevent costly repairs and avoid operational disruptions. It also ensures regulatory compliance with mandatory safety requirements.

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