Pilatus PC-12 Aeroplanes - Torque Transducer Oil Pressure Pipe P-Clamp Installation
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What to do
Owners and operators of Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47, and PC-12/47E aeroplanes are recommended to follow the corrective actions outlined in Pilatus PC-12 Service Letter 192. Although not mandatory, implementing these instructions helps ensure proper P-clamp installation and mitigates the risk of engine oil starvation. For further information, stakeholders should contact EASA or Pilatus as provided.
Summary
EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2017-06 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the installation of torque transducer oil pressure pipe P-clamps on Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47, and PC-12/47E aeroplanes. It highlights a reported incident involving oil pressure and temperature warnings leading to engine damage due to incorrect P-clamp installation. The bulletin references Pilatus PC-12 Service Letter 192 for detailed corrective guidance.
What changed
This bulletin introduces a safety communication emphasizing the correct installation of torque transducer oil pressure pipe P-clamps as per the Aircraft Maintenance Manual. It does not mandate regulatory action but draws attention to Pilatus PC-12 Service Letter 192, which provides instructions to prevent oil starvation-related engine damage.
Why it matters
Proper installation of the torque transducer oil pressure pipe P-clamps is critical to prevent oil starvation and potential engine damage in Pilatus PC-12 series aircraft. Aviation professionals, including operators and maintenance organizations, need to be aware of this issue to maintain engine reliability and avoid costly repairs or safety incidents.
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