Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Turbomeca, S.A.) Turboshaft Engines
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2023-01-20 · Effective 2023-02-06 · 88 FR 3631
Document
Document number
2023-01101
Federal Register citation
88 FR 3631
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule; request for comments.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Safran Helicopter
Publication date
2023-01-20
Effective date
2023-02-06
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2023-0020
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Safran) Makila 1A and Makila 1A1 model turboshaft engines. This AD was prompted by reports of false engine fire warnings. This AD requires replacing the affected fire detectors, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. This AD also prohibits the installation of affected fire detectors. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.