FAA updates inspection requirements for certain Pratt & Whitney Canada engines
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is updating its safety instructions regarding specific Pratt & Whitney Canada engines. This update replaces a previous directive that required visual inspections of the turbine exhaust frame to check for cracks.
Why it matters: This is a technical safety update meant to prevent engine failure caused by cracked exhaust frames. It changes the timing of required maintenance for specific aircraft engines.
Who it affects
- Aircraft owners and operators using Pratt & Whitney Canada Model PW210A, PW210A1, or PW210S engines
This information comes from the Federal Aviation Administration; readers should consult the official Federal Register document before performing any required maintenance.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document