FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION

AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

SMALL AIRCRAFT, ROTORCRAFT, GLIDERS

BALLOONS, AIRSHIPS, AND UAS

BIWEEKLY 2023-04
01/30/2023 - 02/12/2023

Federal Aviation Administration

Continued Operational Safety Policy Section, AIR-141
P.O. Box 25082
Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0460
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 SMALL AIRCRAFT
AD No. Information Manufacturer Applicability
Information Key: E- Emergency; COR - Correction; R - Replaces, A- Affects

Biweekly 2023-01
2022-26-01 GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. M601D-11,M601E-11,M601E-11A,M601E-
11AS,M601E-11S,M601F,H75-100,H75-
200,H80,H80-100,H80-200,H85-100,H85-200

2022-27-03 Leonardo S.p.a. AB139,AW139

2022-27-08 Bell Textron Canada Limited 407

Biweekly 2023-02
2022-27-09 Airbus Helicopters EC130T2
2023-01-02 Leonardo S.p.a. A109,A109A,A109A
II,A109C,A109E,A109K2,A109S,AW109SP

Biweekly 2023-03
2023-01-07 GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. H75-100,H75-200,H80,H80-100,H80-
200,H85-100,H85-200
2023-01-11 Safran Helicopter Engines S.A. Makila 1A,Makila 1A1
2023-01-12 Safran Helicopter Engines S.A. Arriel 1C,Arriel 1C1,Arriel 1C2
2023-02-03 R 2022-01-09 Stemme AG Stemme S 10-VT,Stemme S 12
2023-02-04 Mooney International Corporation M20C,M20D,M20E,M20F,M20G

Biweekly 2023-04
2023-01-04 Airbus Helicopters AS350B,AS350BA,AS350B1,AS350B2,AS35
0B3,AS350D,AS355E,AS355F,AS355F1,AS3
55F2,AS355N,AS355NP
2023-01-07 GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. H75-100,H75-200,H80,H80-100,H80-
200,H85-100,H85-200
2023-01-08 Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH TAE 125-02-99,TAE 125-02-114

2023-01-10 GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. M601E-11,M601E-11A,M601E-

11AS,M601E-11S,M601F
2023-02-12 Continental Aerospace Technologies Inc. GTSIO-520-C,GTSIO-520-D,GTSIO-520-
E,GTSIO-520-F,GTSIO-520-H,GTSIO-520-
K,GTSIO-520-L,GTSIO-520-M,GTSIO-520-
N,IO-470-A,IO-470-C,IO-470-D,IO-470-
E,IO-470-F,IO-470-G,IO-470-H,IO-470-J,IO-
470-K,IO-470-L,IO-470-LO,IO-470-M,IO-
470-N,IO-470-P,IO-470-R,IO-470-S,IO-470-
T,IO-470-U,IO-470-V,IO-470-VO,IO-520-
A,IO-520-B,IO-520-BA,IO-520-BB,IO-520-
C,IO-520-CB,IO-520-D,IO-520-E,IO-520-
F,IO-520-J,IO-520-K,IO-520-L,IO-520-M,IO-
520-MB,IO-520-N,IO-520-NB,IO-520-P,IO-
550-A,IO-550-B,IO-550-C,IO-550-D,IO-550-
E,IO-550-F,IO-550-G,IO-550-L,IO-550-N,IO-
550-P,IO-550-R,IOF-550-B,IOF-550-C,IOF-
550-D,IOF-550-E,IOF-550-F,IOF-550-L,IOF-
550-P,IOF-550-R,LIO-470-A,LIO-520-
P,LTSIO-520-AE,O-470-A,O-470-E,O-470-
G,O-470-G-CI,O-470-H,O-470-J,O-470-K,O-
470-K-CI,O-470-L,O-470-L-CI,O-470-M,O-
470-M-CI,O-470-N,O-470-P,O-470-R,O-470-
S,O-470-T,O-470-U,TSIO-470-B,TSIO-470-
C,
 SMALL AIRCRAFT
AD No. Information Manufacturer Applicability
Information Key: E- Emergency; COR - Correction; R - Replaces, A- Affects

TSIO-470-D,TSIO-520-A,TSIO-520-
AE,TSIO-520-AF,TSIO-520-B,TSIO-520-
BB,TSIO-520-BE,TSIO-520-C,TSIO-520-
CE,TSIO-520-D,TSIO-520-DB,TSIO-520-
E,TSIO-520-EB,TSIO-520-G,TSIO-520-
H,TSIO-520-J,TSIO-520-JB,TSIO-520-
K,TSIO-520-KB,TSIO-520-L,TSIO-520-
LB,TSIO-520-M,TSIO-520-N,TSIO-520-
NB,TSIO-520-P,TSIO-520-R,TSIO-520-
T,TSIO-520-U,TSIO-520-UB,TSIO-520-
VB,TSIO-520-WB,TSIO-550-A,TSIO-550-
B,TSIO-550-C,TSIO-550-E,TSIO-550-
G,TSIO-550-K,TSIOF-550-D,TSIOF-550-
J,TSIOF-550-K,TSIOL-550-A,TSIOL-550-C

2023-03-01 Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH BO-105A,BO-105C,BO-105S,BO-105LS A-

1,BO-105LS A-3,MBB-BK 117 A-1,MBB-
BK 117 A-3,MBB-BK 117 A-4,MBB-BK 117
B-1,MBB-BK 117 B-2,MBB-BK 117 C-
1,MBB-BK 117 C-2,MBB-BK 117 D-2

2023-03-10 Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Duo-Discus,Duo Discus T

PART 39-AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

[Amended]

The FAA amends §39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2023-01-04 Airbus Helicopters: Amendment 39-22298; Docket No. FAA-2022-0987; Project Identifier
MCAI-2021-01416-R.

(a) Effective Date

This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective March 8, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3,
AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, and AS355NP helicopters, certificated in any
category.

(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 6420, Tail Rotor Head.

(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by an occurrence reported where, during an inspection of a tail rotor head (TRH)
pitch change spider, excessive play and excessive wear were detected, due to an unwanted rotating motion.
The FAA is issuing this AD to detect improper installation of the pitch change spider nut (nut) and improper
alignment of a black index marking. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in loss of the TRH
pitch change control and loss of control of the helicopter.

(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

(1) For helicopters with TRH spider pitch change unit, part number (P/N) 350A33-2030-00, 350A33-2167-
00, or 350A33-2167-01 installed, within 50 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the effective date of this AD:
(i) Inspect the nut for correct installation. If the nut is missing or loose, before further flight, remove the
bearing from the TRH spider pitch change unit and do the following:

(A) Inspect the TRH spider pitch change unit for corrosion. If there is any corrosion, before further flight,
remove the affected part from service and replace with an airworthy part.

(B) Inspect for rotation and wear on the faces of the bushes. For the purposes of this AD, indications of
rotation and wear include tearing, peening, metal pick-up, and hammering. If there is any rotation or any
wear on the faces of the bushes, before further flight, remove the bushes from service and replace with
airworthy bushes.

(C) Using a 5X or higher power magnifying glass visually inspect the rotating plate and the rotating plate
threads for damage. For the purposes of this AD, indications of damage include wear, deformation, stripping,
galling, and corrosion. If there is any damage on the rotating plate or the rotating plate threads, before further
flight, remove the rotating plate from service and replace with an airworthy rotating plate.

Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1)(i):

Airbus Helicopters Mechanical Repair Manual (MRM) AS350 65-20-00-713, dated March 29, 2017, also
known as Work Card 65-20-00-713 MRM, and Airbus Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) AS350 65-21-
00, 4-9b, dated May 16, 2019, also known as Task 65-21-00, 4-9 AMM, specify disassembly and reassembly
information for the TRH pitch change unit.

(ii) Identify the position of the TRH pitch change unit (item a) and of bearing spacer (item b) by marking a 2
to 5 mm wide black paint index mark (item C) with black paint as depicted in Figure 1 of Airbus Helicopters
Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) No. AS350-05.01.03, Revision 0, dated December 16, 2021 (ASB AS350-
05.01.03), or Airbus Helicopters ASB No. AS355-05.00.86, Revision 0, dated December 16, 2021 (ASB
AS355-05.00.86), as applicable to your model helicopter.

(iii) Within 10 hours TIS after the initial marking required by paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD, and thereafter
at intervals not to exceed 10 hours TIS, visually inspect the alignment of the marking. An example of a
properly aligned marking is depicted in Figure 1 of ASB AS350-05.01.03 and ASB AS355-05.00.86, as
applicable to your model helicopter. If the black paint index mark (item C) is misaligned, before further
flight, inspect the TRH spider pitch change unit by accomplishing the actions required by paragraphs (g)(1)
(i) and (ii) of this AD.

(2) As of the effective date of this AD, do not install TRH spider pitch change unit P/N 350A33-2030-00,
350A33-2167-00, or 350A33-2167-01 on any helicopter, unless you do the actions required by paragraphs
(g)(1)(i) and (ii) of this AD before further flight after installation, and thereafter do the actions required by
paragraph (g)(1)(iii) of this AD at the times specified in paragraph (g)(1)(iii) of this AD.

(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

(1) The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in . In accordance with , send your request to your principal inspector
or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the
International Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(1) of this
AD. Information may be emailed to: .
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office.

(i) Additional Information

(1) For more information about this AD, contact Stephanie Sunderbruch, Aerospace Engineer, Safety Risk
Management Section, Systems Policy Branch, Policy & Innovation Division, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy.,
Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222-4659; email .

(2) Airbus Helicopters Mechanical Repair Manual AS350 65-20-00-713, dated March 29, 2017, and Airbus
Aircraft Maintenance Manual AS350 65-21-00, 4-9b, dated May 16, 2019, which are not incorporated by
reference, contain additional information about the subject of this AD. This service information is available
at the contact information specified in paragraphs (j)(3) and (4) of this AD.

(3) The subject of this AD is addressed in European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2021-0282,
dated December 17, 2021. You may view the EASA AD on the internet at regulations.gov in Docket No.
FAA-2022-0987.

(j) Material Incorporated by Reference

(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information
listed in this paragraph under and .

(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise.

(i) Airbus Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) No. AS350-05.01.03, Revision 0, dated December 16,
2021.

(ii) Airbus Helicopters ASB No. AS355-05.00.86, Revision 0, dated December 16, 2021.

(3) For Airbus Helicopters service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus Helicopters, 2701 North
Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75052; telephone (972) 641-0000 or (800) 232-0323; fax (972) 641-3775;
or at airbus.com/helicopters/services/technical-support.html.

(4) You may view this service information at FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region,
10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call (817) 222-5110.

(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email: , or
go to: .

Issued on January 5, 2023.

Christina Underwood,

Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.

[ Filed 1-31-23; 8:45 am]

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PART 39-AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

[Amended]

The FAA amends §39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2023-01-07 GE Aviation Czech s.r.o (Type Certificate previously held by WALTER Engines a.s.,
Walter a.s., and MOTORLET a.s.): Amendment 39-22301; Docket No. FAA-2022-1302; Project
Identifier MCAI-2022-00062-E.

(a) Effective Date

This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective February 21, 2023

(b) Affected ADs

None.

(c) Applicability
This AD applies to GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. (Type Certificate previously held by WALTER Engines a.s.,
Walter a.s., and MOTORLET a.s.) H75-100, H75-200, H80, H80-100, H80-200, H85-100, and H85-200
model turboprop engines.

(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7200, Engine (Turbine/Turboprop).

(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by the manufacturer revising the airworthiness limitations section (ALS) of the
existing engine maintenance manual (EMM) to introduce updated coefficients for the calculation of the
cyclic life and safe life for the main shaft. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent failure of the engine. The
unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in uncontained release of a critical part, damage to the
engine, and damage to the airplane.

(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

(1) Within 90 days of the effective date of this AD, revise the ALS of the existing EMM and the existing
approved maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate the information in Table 1 to
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD and recalculate the cycles accumulated on critical parts.
 Table 1 to Paragraph (g)(1) -Equivalent Cyclic Life (N) and Safe Life of Critical Parts

Abbreviated flight cycle Flight mission Equivalent cyclic life

Drawing coefficient coefficient limit
Description
No.
Av Ap L N
M601-
Main Shaft 0.47 1.05 16,000
1017.75

(2) After performing the action required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, except as provided in paragraph (h)
of this AD, no alternative life limits may be approved.

(3) The action required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD may be performed by the owner/operator (pilot)
holding at least a private pilot certificate and must be entered into the aircraft records showing compliance
with this AD in accordance with §§43.9(a) and 91.417(a)(2)(v). The record must be maintained as required
by §91.417, 121.380, or 135.439.

(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

(1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using
the procedures found in §39.19. In accordance with §39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or
local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the
certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(2) of this AD and email
to: .

(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office.

(i) Additional Information

(1) Refer to European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2022-0008, dated January 19, 2022, for
related information. This EASA AD may be found in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No.
FAA-2022-1302.

(2) For more information about this AD, contact Barbara Caufield, Aviation Safety Engineer, ECO Branch,
FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238-7146; email: .

(j) Material Incorporated by Reference

None.

Issued on January 6, 2023.

Christina Underwood,

Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.

[ Filed 2-2-23; 8:45 am]

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PART 39-AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

[Amended]

The FAA amends §39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2023-01-08 Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH (Type Certificate previously held by Technify
Motors GmbH and Thielert Aircraft Engines GmbH): Amendment 39-22302; Docket No. FAA-2022-
1413; Project Identifier MCAI-2021-00077-E.

(a) Effective Date

This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective March 9, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH (Type Certificate previously held by
Technify Motors GmbH and Thielert Aircraft Engines GmbH) TAE 125-02-99 and TAE 125-02-114 model
reciprocating engines with an engine serial number (S/N) identified in Models Affected, Continental
Aerospace Technologies GmbH Service Bulletin (SB) CG 125-1027 P1, Revision 1, dated May 28, 2021.

(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7200, Engine (Turbine/Turboprop).

(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by manufacturer reports of fractured main bearing studs. The FAA is issuing this AD
to prevent failure of the main bearing stud. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in engine in-
flight shutdown and forced landing, damage to the airplane, and injury to the occupants.

(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

(1) For Group 1 and Group 2 engines, before exceeding the applicable compliance time in Table 1 to
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, remove all main bearing studs from service if one or more main bearing studs
with part number (P/N) 05-7211-K009801 and batch number B180703/1, B184216/1, B184216/2, or
B191277/1 are installed on the engine and replace with parts eligible for installation in accordance with
Instructions, paragraphs 4.2 through 4.2.17 of Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH Repair
Instruction RI-05-0017-04, Revision 4, dated April 1, 2021 (Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH RI-
05-0017-04, Revision 4).

Table 1 to Paragraph ( g )(1)-Main Bearing Stud Replacement

Flight hours
Group (FHs) since Compliance time
new
Before exceeding 115 FHs since new, or during the next scheduled maintenance,
1 100 FHs or less
whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD.
More than 100 Before exceeding 15 FHs from the effective date of this AD, or during the next
1
FHs scheduled maintenance, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD.
Before exceeding 200 FHs since new, or during the next scheduled maintenance
2 100 FHs or less
whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD.
More than 100 Before exceeding 100 FHs from the effective date of this AD, or during the next
2
FHs scheduled maintenance, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD.

Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1): FHs since new indicated in Table 1 to paragraph (g)(1) of this AD are FHs
accumulated by the engine since first installation on an airplane, on the effective date of this AD.

(2) For engines not installed on an airplane as of the effective date of this AD, before further flight, remove
all main bearing studs if one or more main bearing studs with P/N 05-7211-K009801 and batch number
B180703/1, B184216/1, B184216/2, or B191277/1 are installed on the engine and replace with parts eligible
for installation in accordance with Instructions, paragraphs 4.2 through 4.2.17 of Continental Aerospace
Technologies GmbH RI-05-0017-04, Revision 4.

(h) Installation Prohibition

After the effective date of this AD, do not install onto any engine a main bearing stud with P/N 05-7211-
K009801 and batch number B180703/1, B184216/1, B184216/2, or B191277/1.

(i) Definitions
(1) For the purpose of this AD, Group 1 engines are affected engines installed on single-engine airplanes,
with main bearing stud with P/N 05-7211-K009801 and batch number B180703/1, B184216/1, B184216/2,
or B191277/1 installed on the engine, and affected engines installed on twin-engine airplanes, with main
bearing stud with P/N 05-7211-K009801 and batch number B180703/1, B184216/1, B184216/2, or B191277
/1 installed on both engines.

(2) For the purpose of this AD, Group 2 engines are affected engines installed on twin-engine airplanes, with
main bearing stud with P/N 05-7211-K009801 and batch number B180703/1, B184216/1, B184216/2, or
B191277/1 installed on only one engine.

(3) For the purpose of this AD, parts eligible for installation are any main bearing studs that do not have P/N
05-7211-K009801 and batch number B180703/1, B184216/1, B184216/2, or B191277/1.

(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in §39.19. In accordance with §39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or
local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the
certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD and email
to: . Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office.

(k) Additional Information

(1) Refer to European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2021-0022, dated January 18, 2021, for
related information. This EASA AD may be found in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No.
FAA-2022-1413.

(2) For more information about this AD, contact Barbara Caufield, Aviation Safety Engineer, ECO Branch,
FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238-7146; email: .

(l) Material Incorporated by Reference

(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information
listed in this paragraph under and .

(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise.

(i) Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH Service Bulletin CG 125-1027 P1, Revision 1, dated May
28, 2021.

(ii) Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH Repair Instruction RI-05-0017-04, Revision 4, dated April
1, 2021.

(3) For Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH service information identified in this AD, contact
Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH, Platanenstrasse 14, 09356 Sankt Egidien, Germany; phone:
+49 37204 696 0; email: ; website: continentaldiesel.com.

(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at
the FAA, call (817) 222-5110.

(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email: , or
go to: .

Issued on January 6, 2023.

Christina Underwood,

Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.

[ Filed 2-1-23; 8:45 am]

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PART 39-AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

[Amended]

The FAA amends §39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2023-01-10 GE Aviation Czech s.r.o (Type Certificate previously held by WALTER Engines a.s.,
Walter a.s., and MOTORLET a.s.): Amendment 39-22304; Docket No. FAA-2022-1414; Project
Identifier MCAI-2021-01303-E.

(a) Effective Date

This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective March 13, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

(c) Applicability
This AD applies to GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. (GEAC) M601E-11, M601E-11A, M601E-11AS, M601E-11S,
and M601F model turboprop engines, with an installed compressor case part number (P/N) M601-154.51,
which includes compressor cases identified as, or recorded in the engine logbook as P/N M601-154.6; or
with an installed compressor drum having P/N M601-130.7 or P/N M601-134.7.

(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7240, Turbine Engine Compressor Section.

(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by the manufacturer's determination that the life limits for certain compressor cases
and compressor drums were not published in the applicable airworthiness limitations section of the engine
maintenance manual. Additionally, it was determined that following rework, certain compressor cases were
improperly re-identified and the engine logbook entries were not completed. The FAA is issuing this AD to
prevent the failure of the compressor case and compressor drum. The unsafe condition, if not addressed,
could result in engine mount failure and high energy debris release.

(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

(1) Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, recalculate the consumed life of the affected
compressor case and affected compressor drum in accordance with the formula and lifing coefficients in
paragraph 2.B., Table 1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of GEAC Alert Service Bulletin ASB-M601F-
72-30-00-0061 [01] ASB-M601E-72-30-00-0110 [01] (single document; formatted as service bulletin
identifier [revision number]), dated October 15, 2021.

(2) For GEAC M601E-11, M601E-11A, and M601F model turboprop engines, before the recalculated
consumed life of an affected compressor case exceeds 11,000 equivalent flight cycles (FCs), replace the
compressor case with a compressor case eligible for installation.

(3) For GEAC M601E-11S and M601E-11AS model turboprop engines, before the recalculated consumed
life of an affected compressor case exceeds 11,000 equivalent FCs, or within 12 months after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace the compressor case with a compressor case eligible for
installation.

(4) For all affected engines with an installed compressor drum having P/N M601-130.7 or M601-134.7,
before the recalculated consumed life of the compressor drum exceeds 6,750 equivalent FCs, or within 12
months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace the compressor drum with a
compressor drum eligible for installation.

(h) Definition
(1) For the purpose of this AD, a “compressor case eligible for installation” is:

(i) For GEAC M601E-11, M601E-11A, and M601F model turboprop engines, an affected compressor case
that is identified as P/N M601-154.51 with no reference to other P/N's and that does not have a recalculated
consumed life that has exceeded its life limit, or a compressor case that is not P/N M601-154.51.

(ii) For GEAC M601E-11S and M601E-11AS model turboprop engines, a compressor case that is not P/N
M601-154.51.

Note 1 to paragraph (h)(1): A compressor case having P/N M601-154.6 is not an approved configuration,
and is not eligible for installation.

(2) For the purpose of this AD, a “compressor drum eligible for installation” is a compressor drum that is not
P/N M601-130.7 or M601-134.7.

(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in §39.19. In accordance with §39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or
local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the
certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD and email
to: .

(j) Additional Information

(1) Refer to European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2021-0264, dated November 22, 2021,
for related information. This EASA AD may be found in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No.
FAA-2022-1414.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Barbara Caufield, Aviation Safety Engineer, ECO Branch,
FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238-7146; email: .

(k) Material Incorporated by Reference

(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information
listed in this paragraph under and .

(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise.

(i) GE Aviation Czech Alert Service Bulletin ASB-M601F-72-30-00-0061 [01] and ASB-M601E-72-30-00-
0110 [01], (single document; formatted as service bulletin identifier [revision number]), dated October 15,
2021.

(ii) Reserved.

(3) For GEAC service information identified in this AD, contact GE Aviation Czech s.r.o., Beranových 65,
199 02 Praha 9, Letany, Czech Republic; phone: +420 222 538 111.

(4) You may view this service information at FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at
the FAA, call (817) 222-5110.

(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email: , or
go to: .

Issued on January 11, 2023.

Christina Underwood,

Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.

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PART 39-AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

[Amended]

The FAA amends §39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2023-02-12 Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.: Amendment 39-22319; Docket No. FAA-2023-
0027; Project Identifier AD-2022-01586-E.

(a) Effective Date

This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective February 17, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc. (Continental) GTSIO-520, IO-470, IO-520, IO-
550, IOF-550, LIO-470, LIO-520, LTSIO-520, O-470, TSIO-470, TSIO-520, TSIO-550, TSIOF-550, and
TSIOL-550 model reciprocating engines listed in the Application Table, page 1, of Superior Air Parts, Inc.
(SAP) Mandatory Service Bulletin MSB22-01 A, dated December 16, 2022 (SAP MSB22-01 A) with an
installed:

(1) SAP cylinder assembly having a part number (P/N) and serial number listed in Table 1 of SAP MSB22-
01 A, installed on or after January 20, 2022; or

(2) Cylinder assembly that was repaired and installed on or after January 20, 2022, with a SAP intake valve
having P/N SA539988 and lot number 19077 O; or

(3) SAP intake valve with P/N SA539988 and lot number 19077 O.

(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7160, Engine Air Intake System.

(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by three intake valve failures on reciprocating engines that resulted in engine
damage and emergency landing or aborted takeoff. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent failure of the
engine intake valve. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in failure of the engine, in-flight
shutdown, and loss of the airplane.

(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

(1) For engines with an affected SAP cylinder assembly installed, as identified in paragraph (c)(1) of this
AD, within 30 days from the effective date of this AD, remove the affected cylinder assembly and replace
any affected intake valve with an intake valve that is eligible for installation.

(2) For engines with an affected repaired cylinder assembly installed, as identified in paragraph (c)(2) of this
AD, within 30 days from the effective date of this AD, inspect the affected cylinder assembly for installation
of any intake valve marked with lot number 19077 O. If, during any inspection required by this paragraph,
an intake valve is identified with lot number 19077 O, before further flight, replace the affected intake valve
with an intake valve that is eligible for installation.

(3) For engines with an affected SAP intake valve installed, as identified in paragraph (c)(3) of this AD,
within 30 days from the effective date of this AD, remove the affected intake valve and replace with an
intake valve that is eligible for installation.

(h) Definitions
(1) For the purpose of this AD, an “intake valve that is eligible for installation” is an intake valve that is not
SAP P/N SA539988 and lot number 19077 O.

(i) No Reporting Requirement

Although SAP MSB22-01 A specifies to submit certain information and send certain parts to the
manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement.

(j) Special Flight Permit

Special flight permits, as described in and , are prohibited.

(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

(1) The Manager, Fort Worth ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in . In accordance with , send your request to your principal inspector
or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the
certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l) of this AD.

(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office.

(l) Related Information

For more information about this AD, contact Justin Carter, Aviation Safety Engineer, Fort Worth ACO
Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76177; phone: (817) 222-5146; email: .

(m) Material Incorporated by Reference

(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service
information listed in this paragraph under and .

(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise.

(i) Superior Air Parts, Inc. Mandatory Service Bulletin MSB22-01 A, dated December 16, 2022.

(ii) [Reserved]

(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact SAP, 621 S Royal Lane, Suite 100, Coppell, TX
75019; phone: (800) 420-4727; email: ; website: superiorairparts.com.

(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at
the FAA, call (817) 222-5110.

(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email: , or
go to: .

Issued on January 25, 2023.

Christina Underwood,

Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.

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PART 39-AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

[Amended]

The FAA amends §39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2023-03-01 Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD): Amendment 39-22326; Docket No. FAA-
2023-0159; Project Identifier MCAI-2023-00046-R.

(a) Effective Date

This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective February 21, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Model BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105S,
BO-105LS A-1, BO-105LS A-3 (including those modified by Supplemental Type Certificate SR00043RD),
MBB-BK 117 A-1, MBB-BK 117 A-3, MBB-BK 117 A-4, MBB-BK 117 B-1, MBB-BK 117 B-2, MBB-
BK 117 C-1, MBB-BK 117 C-2, and MBB-BK 117 D-2 helicopters, certificated in any category.

Note 1 to paragraph (c): Helicopters with an MBB-BK117 C-2e designation are Model MBB-BK117 C-2
helicopters.

(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code: 6230, Main Rotor System.

(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by a report of a missing main rotor swashplate (swashplate) inner ring (inner ring).
The FAA is issuing this AD to detect a missing inner ring. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could
result in loss of main rotor control and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.

(g) Requirements
Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times
specified in, and in accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency Emergency AD 2023-0006-E,
dated January 12, 2023 (EASA AD 2023-0006-E).

(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2023-0006-E

(1) Where EASA AD 2023-0006-E refers to its effective date, this AD requires using the effective date of
this AD.

(2) Where the service information referenced in paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2023-0006-E specifies that a
pilot may check for installation of the inner ring on the swashplate, this AD requires that inspection to be
accomplished by persons authorized under .

(3) Where the service information referenced in paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2023-0006-E and where
paragraph (2) of EASA AD 2023-0006-E specify contacting AH [Airbus Helicopters] to obtain further
instructions or approved instructions, this AD requires actions done in accordance with a method approved
by the Manager, General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA; or EASA; or
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the
DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. As an option, you may accomplish the
actions identified in paragraphs (h)(3)(i) and (ii) of this AD.

(i) Before further flight, replace the affected swashplate.

(ii) At the applicable compliance time identified in paragraph (h)(3)(ii)(A) or (B) of this AD, report the
inspection results and describe in detail any other findings, along with the helicopter model and serial
number, swashplate part number, and the following text: “EASB BO105-40A-110, BO105LS-40A-15,
BO105 LS A-3-STC-0654/3058-40A-3, MBB-BK117-40A-118, MBB-BK117-62-32-0001” by email to .

(A) If the inspection in paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2023-0006-E was done on or after the effective date of
this AD: Submit the report within 10 days after completing paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2023-0006-E.

(B) If the inspection in paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2023-0006-E was done before the effective date of this
AD: Submit the report within 10 days after the effective date of this AD.

(4) This AD does not adopt the Remarks paragraph of EASA AD 2023-0006-E.

(i) Special Flight Permit

Special flight permits are prohibited.

(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

(1) The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in . In accordance with , send your request to your principal inspector
or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the
International Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k) of this AD.
Information may be emailed to: .

(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office.
(k) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Dan McCully, Program Manager, COS Program Management
Section, Operational Safety Branch, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, FAA, 1701 Columbia Ave.,
Mail Stop: ACO, College Park, GA 30337; telephone (404) 474-5548; email .

(l) Material Incorporated by Reference

(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information
listed in this paragraph under and .

(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD
specifies otherwise.

(i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Emergency AD 2023-0006-E, dated January 12, 2023.

(ii) [Reserved]

(3) For EASA AD 2023-0006-E, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany;
telephone +49 221 8999 000; email ; internet easa.europa.eu. You may find the EASA material on the
EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu.

(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region,
10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call (817) 222-5110.

(5) You may view this material that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email , or go to: .

Issued on January 31, 2023.

Christina Underwood,

Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.

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PART 39-AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

[Amended]

The FAA amends §39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2023-03-10 Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH: Amendment 39-22335; Docket No. FAA-2023-0162;

Project Identifier MCAI-2022-01559-G.

(a) Effective Date

This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective February 24, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Model Duo Discus and Duo Discus T gliders, all
serial numbers, certificated in any category.

(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 2730, Elevator Control System.

(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an
aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The
MCAI identifies the unsafe condition as cracks in the connecting tube of the elevator U-bracket of the
horizontal tail, which could compromise the stiffness of the elevator control system and of the attachment of
the horizontal tail. The FAA is issuing this AD to address this condition. The unsafe condition, if not
addressed, could result in failure of the elevator control system, loss of the horizontal tail attachment, and
consequent loss of glider control.

(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

(1) Before further flight after the effective date of this AD and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 12
months, inspect the elevator U-bracket for indications of cracking by following paragraphs 1.a) and 1.b) of
Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-18,
A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one document). For the purposes of this AD,
indications of cracking include elastic and permanent twisting.

Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1): Technical Note Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Note 396-22;
and Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Note 890-18; both Revision 1; both dated October 13,
2022, contain information related to this AD.

Note 2 to paragraph (g)(1): This service information contains German to English translation. The European
Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) used the English translation in referencing the document from
Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH. For enforceability purposes, the FAA will refer to the Schempp-Hirth
Flugzeugbau GmbH service information in English as it appears on the document.

(i) If indications of cracking are present, remove the elevator U-bracket and inspect it for any crack and
broken weld seam by following paragraph 1.c) of Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions
Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one
document).

(ii) If no indications of cracking are present and you do not have suitable tools such as a mirror, flashlight,
borescope, or equivalent to do the inspection required in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD, remove the elevator
U-bracket and inspect for any crack and broken weld seam by following paragraph 1.c) of Schempp-Hirth
Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-18, A532-10,
Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one document).

(iii) If no indications of cracking are present and you have suitable tools such as a mirror, flashlight,
borescope, or equivalent to do the inspection required in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD, inspect the elevator
U-bracket for any crack and broken weld seam by following paragraph 1.c) of Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau
GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated
February 28, 2022 (issued as one document). This inspection may be done without removing the elevator U-
bracket.

(2) If during any inspection as required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, there is any crack or broken weld
seam in the elevator U-bracket, before further flight, replace the elevator U-bracket by following paragraph 1.
d) of Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-
18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one document).

(3) Before further flight after completing the actions in paragraph (g)(1) and (2) of this AD, as applicable,
and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 12 months, rig the horizontal tail on the fin by following paragraph 1.
d) of the Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24,
890-18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one document).

(4) Before further flight after completing the action in paragraph (g)(3) of this AD, and thereafter at intervals
not to exceed 12 months, inspect for softness and play in the rear connection between the horizontal tail and
the rear attachment on the fuselage by following paragraph 1.d) of Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH
Working Instructions.

Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one
document). If there is softness or play, before further flight, do the applicable corrective actions by following
paragraph 1.d) of the Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note 396-22, 380-
3, 868-24, 890-18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one document). Where the
service information specifies contacting Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH for a repair, instead use a
method approved by the Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA; EASA; or Schempp-Hirth
Flugzeugbau GmbH's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval
must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(5) Before further flight after completing the action in paragraph (g)(4) of this AD, and thereafter at intervals
not to exceed 12 months, inspect the foam support for compression between the vertical and horizontal tail
by following paragraph 1.d) of Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note
396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one document). If
the foam support has settled to the point that it cannot be further compressed, it must be replaced before
further flight.

(h) Special Flight Permits

Special flight permits are prohibited.

(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in §39.19. In accordance with §39.19, send your request to your
principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to
the manager of the International Validation Branch, mail it to the address identified in paragraph (j)(2) of
this AD or email to: . If mailing information, also submit information by email. Before using any approved
AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local
flight standards district office/certificate holding district office.

(j) Additional Information

(1) Refer to EASA Emergency AD 2022-0242-E, dated December 7, 2022, for related information. This
EASA Emergency AD may be found in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2023-
0162.

(2) For more information about this AD, contact Jim Rutherford, Aviation Safety Engineer, General
Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City,
MO 64106; phone: (816) 329-4165; email: .

(3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the
addresses specified in paragraphs (k)(3) and (4) of this AD.

(k) Material Incorporated by Reference

(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information
listed in this paragraph under and .

(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise.

(i) Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Working Instructions Technical Note 396-22, 380-3, 868-24, 890-
18, A532-10, Revision 0, dated February 28, 2022 (issued as one document).

Note 1 to paragraph (k)(1)(i): This service information contains German to English translation. EASA used
the English translation in referencing the document from Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH. For
enforceability purposes, the FAA will refer to the Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH service information in
English as it appears on the document.
(ii) [Reserved]

(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Schempp-Hirth, Krebenstrasse 25, Kirchheim unter
Teck, Germany; phone: +49 7021 7298-0; email: ; website: schempp-hirth.com.

(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety
Branch, 901 Locust, Kansas City, MO 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA,
call (817) 222-5110.

(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email: , or
go to: .

Issued on February 3, 2023.

Christina Underwood,

Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.

[ Filed 2-8-23; 8:45 am]

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