FAA Issues Airworthiness Directive for BRP-Rotax Engines Due to Propeller Shaft Issue

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive (AD) for BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG engines, including the Rotax 912 and 914 models, due to potential surface abnormalities on the propeller shaft that could lead to increased wear of the propeller shaft bearings. The directive requires inspections and removal of the affected propeller shaft from service.