EASA SIB 2009-20080401002
Unapproved Engine Mounts may have been installed on Cessna aircraft
Summary
The FAA Safety Notification No. 2009-20080401002 advises that unapproved engine mounts manufactured by XP Modifications, Inc. may have been installed on Cessna Model 172 airplanes and possibly other Cessna models. This notification alerts aircraft owners, operators, maintenance organizations, and parts distributors about the potential presence of these unapproved parts. The engine mounts were sold without FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval and were found in the process of installation on a Cessna 172 at Riverside, California.
What Changed
This notification introduces awareness of unapproved engine mounts sold and installed without FAA approval on certain Cessna aircraft. It highlights an ongoing investigation and identifies XP Modifications, Inc. as the source of these unapproved parts. The document does not amend existing regulations but issues a safety alert and compliance recommendation.
Why It Matters
Unapproved engine mounts pose a safety risk as they may not meet FAA design and safety standards, potentially compromising aircraft structural integrity. Aviation professionals must ensure compliance with FAA regulations to maintain airworthiness and avoid installation of unsafe parts. Maintenance and compliance teams need to verify parts provenance to prevent regulatory violations and ensure operational safety.
What To Do
Aircraft owners, operators, maintenance organizations, and parts distributors should inspect their aircraft and parts inventories for engine mounts from XP Modifications, Inc. If found installed, these mounts must be removed from service immediately. Any unapproved mounts in inventory should be quarantined to prevent installation. Stakeholders are encouraged to report findings and actions taken to the FAA Seattle Manufacturing Inspection District Office.
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