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2 articles tagged Airworthiness directive
Directives & Bulletins
AD 2026-16-11: propeller gearbox inspection on Rotax 912 and 914 engines
AD 2026-16-11 orders a propeller gearbox inspection on certified Rotax 912 and 914 engines after one left the factory missing an oil spray nozzle and bearing screws. The 912 iS Sport in the RV-12iS isn't named in the FAA's directive, but Rotax's own alert bulletin covers it, and Van's has posted it.
11 Oct 2026
Directives & Bulletins
AD 2026-04-11: Lycoming connecting-rod bushing inspection, and whether it applies to amateur-built aircraft
AD 2026-04-11 expands the Lycoming connecting-rod bushing directive to engines assembled through September 2021. Its wording reaches only engines in type-certificated aircraft, so it doesn't legally bind an amateur-built. The FAA cites connecting-rod failures that led to uncontained engine failures and in-flight shutdowns; the first required step is an oil-filter inspection at each oil change.
11 Oct 2026