Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines
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Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Lycoming Engines (Lycoming) Model O-235, O-540, and IO-540 engines with a certain piston pin installed. This AD was prompted by several reports of piston pin failure that resulted in metal particulate contamination in the engine oil and engine failure. This AD requires replacement of the affected piston pin with a part eligible for installation and, for certain engines, oil change and visual inspection of the engine oil filter, oil pressure screen, and oil suction screen for metal particulates. This AD also prohibits the installation of an affected piston pin on any engine. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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