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EASA SIB AL-2009-01

Galley or Washroom Water Heater Failure - FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA696GL and STC SA4370SW

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Service Difficulty Alert AL-2009-01 addresses the failure of galley or washroom water heaters installed under FAA Supplemental Type Certificates SA696GL and SA4370SW. The affected water heaters, part numbers 444-0007 or 500-0120-7-0, have been installed on Bombardier CL-600-2B16 (601-3R) Challenger aircraft and various Gulfstream models including GII, GIII, GIV, and Hawker 700/800 aircraft. The alert highlights incidents of thermostat failure causing overheating and smoke in the forward galley area.

Feb 25, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600-2B16 ChallengerGulfstream GIIGulfstream GIIIGulfstream GIVHawker 700Hawker 800

EASA SIB NE-09-09

Pratt & Whitney R-1340 'Wasp' series Reciprocating Engines

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-09-09 provides information regarding potential cylinder head cracking at the exhaust port on Pratt & Whitney R-1340 series reciprocating engines. This bulletin alerts owners, operators, repair facilities, and FAA inspectors about the risk of engine power loss and forced landings due to this issue. The bulletin does not mandate actions but offers recommendations to enhance safety for aircraft equipped with these engines.

Feb 18, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB CE-09-12

Garmin G1000, G900X and G950 units - CRS/BARO Knob Interference

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-09-12 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a potential interference issue between the CRS and BARO knobs in some Garmin G1000, G900X, and G950 avionics installations. This issue affects aircraft equipped with certain 10-inch GDU 104X displays, including models such as Cessna 172R/172S/182T, Columbia 350/400, Diamond DA40/DA42, Mooney M20 series, Piper PA 32 Saratoga, Quest Kodiak 100, and Hawker Beechcraft G36 Bonanza and G58 Baron. The bulletin provides awareness of the concern but does not mandate corrective action.

Feb 17, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna 172RCessna 172SCessna 182TColumbia 350Columbia 400Diamond DA40Diamond DA42Mooney M20Piper PA 32 SaratogaQuest Kodiak 100Hawker Beechcraft G36 BonanzaHawker Beechcraft G58 Baron

EASA SIB CE-09-11

Turbocharged Piston Engines Experiencing Turbocharger System Malfunction or Failure

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-09-11 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing turbocharged piston engines, specifically highlighting turbocharger system malfunctions or failures. It references a fatal accident involving a seized turbocharger on a Cessna T206H and provides operational guidance for owners and operators of aircraft equipped with turbocharged engines. The bulletin emphasizes monitoring manifold pressure and proper engine warm-up and cool-down procedures to prevent turbocharger damage.

Feb 11, 2009
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtCessna T206H

EASA SIB 2009-04

Volare Carburetors LLC (formerly Precision Airmotive, Facet Aerospace and Marvel-Schebler) Carburetor Float Failures.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2009-04 addresses carburetor float failures in Volare Carburetors LLC float type carburetors, formerly manufactured by Precision Airmotive, Facet Aerospace, and Marvel-Schebler. These carburetors are commonly installed on Lycoming, Teledyne Continental, and Franklin reciprocating engines used in aircraft certificated under Part 23 or equivalent standards. The bulletin informs European Union operators and maintenance personnel about potential fuel leaks and float damage that can cause power loss due to an overly rich fuel mixture.

Feb 6, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB NE-01-23R1

Tarver Propeller, LLC (Formerly Brown Propeller, South 80, Univair, and Koppers) Aeromatic Wood Blade Propellers.

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NE-01-23R1 issued by the FAA Aircraft Certification Service provides updated information regarding Tarver Propeller, LLC Aeromatic wood blade propellers used on various aircraft including Aeronca 15AC, Bellanca 14-13 and 14-19 series, Cessna 120, 140, 170A, 170B, Piper PA series, Stinson L-5 series, and others. This bulletin addresses propeller assembly concerns related to blade looseness and clarifies that no unsafe condition warranting an airworthiness directive currently exists. It applies specifically to Tarver propeller blades installed on hub Models F200, F200H, 220, 220-1, and 220H.

Feb 4, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAeronca 15ACBellanca 14-13Bellanca 14-19Cessna 120Cessna 140Cessna 170ACessna 170BPiper PA seriesStinson L-5 series

EASA SIB NE-09-08

Compression piston rings with a molybdenum plasma coating.

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-09-08 is an informational bulletin concerning Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) 520, 550, and 470 series engines equipped with certain Airmotive Engineering Corp. compression piston rings coated with molybdenum plasma. It addresses a coating delamination issue that can lead to increased oil consumption, reduced cylinder compression, and potential engine power loss. The bulletin clarifies that this issue is not currently considered an unsafe condition requiring mandatory corrective action under 14 CFR part 39.

Feb 3, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB SW-09-07

Improved Alternator Drive Belts.

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SW-09-07 is an FAA information bulletin addressing improved alternator drive belts for Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22, R44, and R44 II helicopters. The bulletin informs operators about the availability of new alternator belts made with an improved rubber compound to enhance safety and reliability. It is an informational document and does not impose mandatory requirements.

Feb 3, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R22Robinson R44Robinson R44 II

EASA SIB 2009-02

Piston Engine Powered Aircraft, Operated on Automotive- or Jet Fuel

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-02 is an informational document addressing the operation of piston engine powered aircraft on automotive fuel (mogas) or jet fuel. It applies to all piston engine aircraft approved for such fuels and highlights the responsibilities of engine and airframe certification holders to ensure safe operation with approved fuels. The bulletin emphasizes that only fuels approved in the certification documentation should be used to avoid unsafe conditions.

Jan 22, 2009
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2009-01

WITHDRAWN - Jet Fuel containing FAME (bio-diesel)

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2009-01 titled 'WITHDRAWN - Jet Fuel containing FAME (bio-diesel)' informs owners and operators of turbine-powered aircraft about the risks of jet fuel contamination with Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME), a component of bio-diesel. The bulletin highlights that Jet A-1 fuel containing 5 mg/kg or more of FAME does not meet approved fuel specifications and should not be used unless specifically authorized by airframe or engine type certificate holders. This advisory applies to all turbine engine aircraft but excludes diesel piston engine aircraft.

Jan 22, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB NE-09-04

Precision Airmotive Fuel Injection Servos

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NE-09-04 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing potential loose hex plugs in Precision Airmotive LLC RSA-5 and RSA-10 series, and Bendix RSA-5 and RSA-10 series fuel injection servos. These servos are installed on various fuel-injected Lycoming engines, Teledyne Continental Motors LTSIO-360-RB and TSIO-360-RB engines, and Superior Air Parts IO-360 series engines. The bulletin alerts maintenance personnel to inspect for looseness of brass hex plugs, part number 383493, on servos shipped or repaired before August 22, 2006 without a letter "G" marking on the plug.

Jan 13, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2008-89

Tire Failure — Locked Carbon Disc Brake due to Moisture Absorption and Freezing.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-89 addresses the risk of tire failure caused by locked carbon disc brakes due to moisture absorption and freezing. This bulletin applies to all fixed-wing aircraft equipped with carbon disc brakes and highlights the potential for brake freezing during flight or after exposure to moisture, which can lead to tire rupture and significant aircraft damage upon landing. The bulletin supports Transport Canada Civil Aviation's Service Difficulty Advisory AV-2008-08 and provides safety recommendations for operators and maintenance personnel.

Dec 19, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2008-68R1

Navigation Data (NavData) Support of FreeFlight Systems (Trimble) GPS Navigation Systems

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-68R1 addresses the navigation data support status for FreeFlight Systems (Trimble) GPS Navigation Systems installed on various aircraft, including Part 23 certificated aircraft. It informs operators that the last available navigation database for some GPS models will be Cycle 0813, effective December 18, 2008, after which no updated NavData will be available unless hardware and software upgrades are performed. The bulletin also details newly published Service Bulletins that provide instructions for upgrading affected systems to continue receiving updated navigation data.

Dec 18, 2008
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2008-58R1

Garmin non-WAAS GNS 400 and GNS 500 units - Unintended 8.33 kHz / 25 kHz Channel Spacing Switching

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-58R1 addresses an issue with Garmin non-WAAS GNS 400 and GNS 500 units installed on various Part 23 certificated aircraft. The bulletin informs operators that these units may experience unintended switching between 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channel spacing, causing garbled audio reception. The document highlights the affected software versions and provides guidance on resolving the issue.

Dec 17, 2008
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA SIB 2008-87

AgustaWestland AW139 Detailed Inspection of Tail Rotor Damper spherical bearings for condition, damage and play.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-87 provides guidance on the detailed inspection of the tail rotor damper spherical bearings for condition, damage, and play on all AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters. The bulletin references AgustaWestland Information Letter No. AW139-08-006 and emphasizes proper compliance with the Aircraft Maintenance Planning Information Chapter 04 Certification Maintenance Requirement CM64-01. The inspection ensures the tail rotor damper rod end bearing functions correctly to maintain the proper load path and avoid rod end seizure.

Dec 12, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAgustaWestland AW139

EASA SIB 2008-83

Failure of USDOT Type 3HT Passenger Oxygen Cylinder

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2008-83 is an advisory document addressing the failure of USDOT Type 3HT passenger and crew stationary oxygen cylinders. It highlights a decompression incident on a Qantas Boeing 747-400 caused by a ruptured oxygen cylinder with part number 10003367, used on various aircraft including Airbus A300-600, A310, A320 series, Boeing 707, 727, 737, 747, 757, 767 series, and McDonnell Douglas DC-9, DC-10, and MD-11 series. The bulletin informs operators and maintenance organizations about the potential risk and ongoing investigation.

Dec 10, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A310Airbus A320Boeing 707Boeing 727Boeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767McDonnell Douglas DC-9McDonnell Douglas DC-10McDonnell Douglas MD-11

EASA SIB 2008-88

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY FAA AD 2009-10-14

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-88 is an informational bulletin addressing the inspection of propeller counterweight slug bolt failures on certain Hartzell propeller models. The affected propellers include the HC-A3VF-( ), HC-B3MN-( ), HC-B3TF-( ), HC-B3TN-( ), HC-B4MN-( ), HC-B4MP-( ), HC-B4TN-( ), HC-B5MA-( ), and HC-B5MP-( ) series, which are installed on various aircraft as detailed in Hartzell Propeller Inc. Alert Service Bulletin HC-ASB-61-313 dated 17 November 2008. This bulletin warns of bolt failures that may cause counterweight slug separation, potentially leading to aircraft damage and safety risks.

Dec 5, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2008-86

Airbus A330-A340 - Uncertified Aircraft Configuration

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No: 2008 – 86 is an informational document addressing uncertified aircraft configurations affecting Airbus A330 and A340 models. It highlights incidents where unauthorized Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) configurations caused elevator and spoiler control issues, leading to unsafe aircraft behavior. The bulletin covers all serial numbers of specified Airbus A330 and A340 variants.

Nov 18, 2008
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA SIB 2008-84R1

Funkwerk Avionics (formerly Filser Electronic) TRT600 and TRT800 Series Transponders — Intermittent Loss of Detection, Insufficient Mode S Reply.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-84R1 addresses intermittent loss of detection and insufficient Mode S replies from Funkwerk Avionics TRT600 and TRT800 Series Transponders, including units formerly manufactured by Filser Electronic. These transponders are installed on various aircraft such as Cessna 150, 172, 182, 210, Diamond DA 20, Mooney M20J, Piper PA-28, and multiple sailplane models. The bulletin highlights issues affecting radar tracking and Mode S interrogation responses in European airspace.

Nov 12, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna 150Cessna 172Cessna 182Cessna 210Diamond DA 20Mooney M20JPiper PA-28

EASA SIB NM-07-39R1

Quiet Technology Aerospace (QTA) Stage 3 Hushkits, installed on Gulfstream G-1159 series aircraft

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NM-07-39R1 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing issues with Quiet Technology Aerospace (QTA) Stage 3 Hushkits installed on Gulfstream G-1159 series aircraft, including G-II, G-III, and G-IIB models. It highlights the discovery of failed, cracked, or yielded forward bearing fitting attach bolts on these hushkits and provides updated service recommendations to mitigate the issue.

Oct 14, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream G-1159