WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE
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What to do
Affected stakeholders should review the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification attached to the bulletin and verify whether any parts in their inventory or installed on aircraft are listed. They should follow the FAA's recommendations and coordinate with EASA's Airworthiness Directives, Safety Management & Research Section for further guidance. No mandatory compliance deadline is specified.
Summary
EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-74 is a safety information bulletin addressing unapproved parts for installation on agricultural aircraft. It references FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-S20080226009 and highlights concerns about unapproved parts potentially introduced into the aviation community. The bulletin applies to aircraft parts identified in the FAA notification and any agricultural aircraft with those parts installed.
What changed
This bulletin communicates the FAA's findings and recommendations regarding unapproved parts and formally supports those recommendations within the European aviation community. It does not introduce new regulations but serves to inform European stakeholders about the FAA's investigation and guidance.
Why it matters
Awareness of unapproved parts is critical for aircraft owners, operators, maintenance organizations, and parts suppliers to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Using unapproved parts can compromise aircraft airworthiness and safety, making this information essential for risk mitigation and maintenance practices.
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