ATSB on Jabiru engines

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Anyone know the latest progress on this? Dated 9 March 2016 by ATSB.

 

Issue: AR-2013-107-SI-01Through-bolt failures in Jabiru engines

 

Number: AR-2013-107-SI-01

 

Description: AR-2013-107-SI-01:Thicker 7/16 inch diameter through-bolts, fitted to newer Jabiru engines and some retro-fitted engines, have had limited service to date to confirm early indications that they reduce this risk. Retro-fitting engines with thicker through-bolts has only been recommended for aircraft involved in flight training by JSB031 issue 3. Most light ...

 

Who it affects: Owners and operators of aircraft powered by Jabiru engines

 

Issue owner: Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd

 

Operation affected: Aviation: General aviation

 

Date, status, type

 

Date: 09 Mar 2016

 

Status: Safety action pending

 

Type: Recommendation

 

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