WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE
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What to do
Aircraft owners, operators, manufacturers, maintenance organizations, and parts distributors in Europe should review the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification attached to the bulletin and verify if any affected parts are held or installed. They should follow the FAA's recommendations to address or replace suspect parts. No mandatory compliance deadline is specified.
Summary
EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2010-04 is a republished bulletin addressing suspect ball bearing assemblies with improperly heat-treated balls. It supports the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2009-20090817004 and alerts European aviation stakeholders about potential risks associated with these parts. The bulletin applies to aircraft parts held as spares or installed that match those identified in the FAA notification, although specific aircraft types are not determined.
What changed
This bulletin republishes the original SIB to correct the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification number referenced. It reinforces the FAA's findings and recommendations regarding the suspect ball bearing assemblies and ensures European operators and maintenance organizations are informed of the issue.
Why it matters
The presence of improperly heat-treated balls in ball bearing assemblies can compromise the safety and reliability of aircraft components. Aviation professionals, including operators and maintenance organizations, need to be aware of these suspect parts to prevent potential failures and maintain airworthiness compliance.
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