The FAA yesterday proposed an emergency airworthiness directive that will require operators of Lycoming engines to inspect and possibly replace off-spec connecting rod small-end bushings in Lycoming engines installed or overhauled between November 2015 and February 2017.
FAA Publishes Emergency Lycoming Engine AD
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA has proposed an emergency Airworthiness Directive (AD) requiring inspections and potential replacement of off-spec connecting rod small-end bushings in Lycoming engines.
- This AD applies to engines installed or overhauled between November 2015 and February 2017, impacting 778 U.S. airplanes.
- The directive is prompted by five reported uncontained engine failures and carries estimated costs ranging from $1,425 (inspection only) to $6,680 (replacement) per engine.
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