TBO
in 912 / 914 Technical Questions
8 years ago
Hi,
I have a Searey with a 914UL SN-4417607 installed. I have about 600 hours on the engine and airframe, at 435 hours the engine suffered an overboost with a previous owner leading to a new crankshaft, main bearings, TCU etc.. The engine runs great, I've put about 100 hours on it in the last 9 months with no problems. My question is regarding the TBO (which I think is 1000 for my engine) and the cost effectiveness of complying with SB-914-027UL to get to 1200 TBO. Also, I'd be interested in any advice as to actually overhauling a 914 or do most just buy a factory re manufactured engine? I have some time left but I need to start planning.
Thanks,
John S.
I have a Searey with a 914UL SN-4417607 installed. I have about 600 hours on the engine and airframe, at 435 hours the engine suffered an overboost with a previous owner leading to a new crankshaft, main bearings, TCU etc.. The engine runs great, I've put about 100 hours on it in the last 9 months with no problems. My question is regarding the TBO (which I think is 1000 for my engine) and the cost effectiveness of complying with SB-914-027UL to get to 1200 TBO. Also, I'd be interested in any advice as to actually overhauling a 914 or do most just buy a factory re manufactured engine? I have some time left but I need to start planning.
Thanks,
John S.
