EASA SIB 2013-01
WITHDRAWN - Current status can be followed on the EASA SUP website: https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/aircraft-products/suspected-unapproved-parts.
Summary
EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2013-01 notifies aviation stakeholders about unapproved parts due to theft reported by Ente Nazionale Aviazione Civile (ENAC) Italy. The bulletin lists specific stolen aviation products, parts, and equipment including King ADF receivers and indicators, Mid Continent turn coordinator, Electrosystem alternator, Hartzell propeller, and Prestolite starter. These parts are considered unapproved and should not be installed on any aircraft.
What Changed
This bulletin introduces a notification regarding stolen aviation parts that are now classified as unapproved. It provides detailed part numbers and serial numbers of the affected components to alert operators and maintenance organizations. The document does not amend previous regulations but serves as an informational alert to prevent the use of these stolen parts.
Why It Matters
This information is critical for aviation operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams to ensure aircraft safety and regulatory compliance. Using stolen or unapproved parts can compromise airworthiness and lead to regulatory violations. Early identification and quarantine of these parts help maintain safety standards and avoid potential operational risks.
What To Do
Operators, owners, and maintenance organizations should inspect their aircraft and inventories for the listed part numbers and serial numbers. If any affected parts are found, they should be removed from service and quarantined to prevent installation. It is also recommended to notify the competent authority and ENAC's Airworthiness and Operations Regulation Division via the provided email. No explicit compliance deadline is stated.