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AD: GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. Turboprop Engines

AD NUMBER: 2018-16-10

PRODUCT: Certain GE Aviation Czech H80-200 turboprop engines.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

SUMMARY:   This AD requires replacing the beta switch and adjusting the engine push-pull control to prevent the propeller governor control from going to a negative thrust position.

This AD was prompted by an accident involving an Aircraft Industries (AI) L 410 UVP-E20 airplane caused by one propeller going to a negative thrust position during the landing approach.

DATES: This AD is effective September 12, 2018. Comments must be received by October 12, 2018.

COST: The FAA estimates that this AD affects 0 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. The cost of compliance if needed in the future is estimated as follows:

  • Inspection, adjustment of the engine push-pull control, and replacement of beta switch: Labor - 8 work-hours × $85 per hour = $680. Parts - $1,916. Cost per aircraft - $2,596.
FMI: AD

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