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Business · 13/12/2005Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

FAA Adopts New Airworthiness Directive for Turbomeca Astazou XIV B and XIV H Turboshaft Engines

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive requiring proper installation of air intake noise suppressors and ultrasonic inspections of 2nd stage axial compressor wheel blades in Turbomeca Astazou XIV B and XIV H turboshaft engines, following reports of blade failures that could lead to engine shutdown and autorotation landing.

Original source language: Federal Register — Federal Aviation AdministrationOpen original release →

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