The FAA is seeking input from Cirrus SR operators following a report of a power lever failing on takeoff.
According to the agency, a power lever sheared recently as a pilot advanced to full throttle.
FAA Seeks Input From Cirrus SR Operators After Power Lever Failure Report
According to the agency, a power lever sheared recently as a pilot advanced to full throttle.
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA is investigating reports of power lever failures on Cirrus SR20, SR22, and SR22T aircraft after a lever sheared during takeoff.
- An inspection of high-utilization aircraft revealed cracks in multiple power levers, particularly at their smallest cross-section.
- The FAA has issued an Airworthiness Concern Sheet (ACS) requesting operators inspect their power levers for damage and report any findings, which will inform potential future safety actions like an Airworthiness Directive.
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