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CAL-71-13
TITLE
POWER PLANT - TRANSMITTAL OF P&WC S.I.L. NO. GEN-PT6-034, S.B. NO. 1447R4, S.B. NO. 1703R10,
S.B. NO. 1705R1, S.B. NO. 1722R1, S.B. NO. 1729, S.B. NO. 1737
EFFECTIVITY
208 and 208B Airplanes
REASON
To transmit the seven Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) service documents that follow:
• Service Information Letter S.I.L NO. GEN-PT6-034, Use Of Cleaning Procedures And Products On
Assembled Compressor Turbine Disk And Blades
• Service Bulletin P&WC S.B. No. 1447R4, TURBOPROP ENGINE TACHOMETER DRIVE BEVEL
GEARSHAFT - MODIFICATION OF
• Service Bulletin P&WC S.B. No. 1703R10, TURBOPROP ENGINE OPERATING TIME BETWEEN
OVERHAULS AND HOT SECTION INSPECTION FREQUENCY
• Service Bulletin P&WC S.B. No. 1705R1, TURBOPROP ENGINE TURBOPROP ENGINE WITH
HAMILTON SUNSTRAND FUEL PUMP, COUPLING SHAFT SPLINE - INSPECTION OF
• Service Bulletin P&WC S.B. No. 1722R1, TURBOPROP ENGINE PROPELLER REDUCTION GEARBOX
FRONT HOUSING ASSEMBLY - REPLACEMENT OF
• Service Bulletin P&WC S.B. No. 1729, TURBOPROP ENGINE ACCESSORY GEARBOX HOUSING
ASSEMBLY - MODIFICATION / REPLACEMENT OF
• Service Bulletin P&WC S.B. No. 1737, TURBOPROP ENGINE SINGLE PORT TURBINE EXHAUST
DUCT ASSEMBLY - REPLACEMENT/MODIFICATION OF.
DESCRIPTION
Cessna Aircraft Company wishes to transmit these seven P&WC service documents as information
for model 208/208B airplane owners.
COMPLIANCE
INFORMATIONAL. This service letter is for informational purposes only.
LABOR HOURS
Not applicable
MATERIAL AVAILABILITY
Not applicable
REFERENCES
Refer to the seven P&WC service documents that are attached to this service letter.
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Cessna Aircraft Company, Cessna Customer Service, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS 67277, U.S.A. 1-316-517-5800
This document contains technical data and is subject to U.S. export regulations. This information has been exported from the United States
in accordance with export administration regulations. Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited. ECCN: 9E991
COPYRIGHT © 2014
S.I.L. NO. GEN-PT6-034
SERVICE INFORMATION LETTER
Subject Use Of Cleaning Procedures And Products On Assembled Compressor Turbine Disk And
Blades
Applicability All PT6A, B, C & T’s Engines
Reference Overhaul Manual, Compressor Turbine Cleaning Section
This Service Information Letter (SIL) is issued to inform all operators and maintenance providers of the importance
of using only those cleaning products and procedures defined in the relevant P&WC engine overhaul manual to
clean the PT6 Compressor Turbine Blades and Disk. An ongoing accident investigation has revealed that a
particular repair service provider used by a customer was using Service Process Operation Procedure (SPOP
213 for the disk and 211 or 213 for the blades) and other procedures to clean an assembled disk. However, these
procedures should only be used when the disk and blades are disassembled and should never be used when the
disk and blades are an assembly. In addition the compressor turbine blades were lightly blasted using a wet glass
bead.
PWC wishes to reemphasize that the use of procedures that differ from those specified in the relevant manual is
not recommended and may contribute to subsequent component distress.
For further information, please contact your local P&WC Field Support Representative, or the P&WC Customer Help
Desk, Tel +1 450-647-8000 or +1-800-268-8000. We can also be reached at [email protected], or our website
www.pwc.ca.
Yours truly,
PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA Corp.
Francis Marotte
Customer Engineer
PT6A Corporate Turboprops
P&WC Customer Service
This Service Information Letter is valid until superseded by revision or cancellation
EXPORT CONTROL CLASSIFICATION: This document does not contain technical data.
ISSUED: Jan. 17th, 2014 Page 1 of 1
PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA CORP.

MARIE-VICTORIN, LONGUEUIL
QUEBEC, CANADA J4G 1A1
PRINTED IN CANADA
PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1447R4
BULLETIN INDEX LOCATOR

72-10-00 / 72-11-00
TURBOPROP ENGINE
TACHOMETER DRIVE BEVEL GEARSHAFT - MODIFICATION OF
MODEL APPLICATION
PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B, PT6A-20, PT6A-20A, PT6A-20B, PT6A-21, PT6A-25, PT6A-25A,
PT6A-25C, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-34, PT6A-34AG, PT6A-34B, PT6A-35, PT6A-36, PT6A-114,
PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A, PT6A-140
Compliance: CATEGORY 8
Summary: An improved square drive for the tachometer bevel gearshaft is introduced.
Jul 25/1989 PT6A-72-1447

Revision No. 4: Feb 21/2014 Cover Sheet
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WARNING - PROPRIETARY RIGHTS & EXPORT CONTROLS NOTICE
This bulletin contains proprietary information of Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (″P&WC″), which
P&WC provides in confidence and solely for the purposes of supporting engine certification and
providing applicable information regarding the proper use, maintenance, inspection, repair, servicing
and parts application of P&WC products and services, as directed therein. Neither this bulletin nor
any information in it may be disclosed to others, or used for any other purpose, including, without
limitation, to design, create, develop, reproduce, manufacture or derive any design, part, product,
material, process, modification, configuration change or repair, or obtain FAA or other government
approval to do so. Possession and use of this bulletin is also subject to the restrictions set out in
P&WC’s Technical Data Agreement (a copy of which may be obtained by contacting P&WC Technical
Publications). The contents of this bulletin may be subject to export control laws. Unauthorized export
or re-export of the bulletin, or parts thereof, is prohibited. By accepting and possessing this bulletin,
you agree to be bound by the foregoing terms.
If a Government agency or department intends to disclose any information, written notice should be
given to:
VP - Legal Services, Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp., 1000 Marie-Victorin (01BE5), Longueuil,
Quebec J4G 1A1.
Export Control Classification
*Data is subject to the jurisdiction of the Export and Import Regulation Classification
Controls Bureau of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Number
International Trade of Canada, Department of Commerce
of the United States and/or Department of State of the
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of Commerce of the United States or Department of State USML (ITAR)*
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Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp.
1000, Marie-Victorin
Longueuil, Québec, Canada J4G 1A1
Tél. 450-677-9411
21 February 2014
REVISION TRANSMITTAL SHEET

TURBOPROP ENGINE MODEL PT6A
SUBJECT: Pratt & Whitney Canada Service Bulletin No. PT6A-72-1447, Rev. No. 4, dated Feb
21/2014 (P&WC S.B. No. 1447R4) TACHOMETER DRIVE BEVEL GEARSHAFT -
MODIFICATION OF
Replace your existing copy of this service bulletin with the attached revised bulletin. Destroy the
superseded copy.
Please retain this Revision Transmittal Sheet with the revised bulletin.
SUMMARY: This revision is issued to:
v add new bulletin index locator 72-11-00.

v add engine models PT6A-35, PT6A-114A and PT6A-140 in Para. 1.A., Planning
Information.
EFFECT OF REVISION ON PRIOR ACCOMPLISHMENT:

Operators that did incorporate SB 1447 in their engine for the PT6A-121 can annotate their logbook
that SB 12087 is incorporated.
NOTE: A black bar in the left margin indicates a change in that line of text or figure.
REVISION HISTORY:
Original Issue: Jul 25/1989
Revision No. 1: Nov 30/1989
Revision No. 2: Feb 19/1993
Revision No. 3: Jan 20/2009
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TURBOPROP ENGINE
1. Planning Information
A. Effectivity
PT6A-6 Engines.
PT6A-6A Engines.
PT6A-6B Engines and all engines converted to Engine Model PT6A-6B (Ref. P&WC
engine conversion SB1065).
PT6A-20 Engines and all engines converted to Engine Model PT6A-20 (Ref. P&WC
PT6A-20A Engines and all engines converted to Engine Model PT6A-20A (Ref. P&WC
PT6A-20B Engines and all engines converted to Engine Model PT6A-20B (Ref. P&WC
PT6A-21 Engines.
PT6A-25 Engines.
PT6A-25A Engines.
PT6A-25C Engines.
PT6A-34AG Engines and all engines converted to Engine Model PT6A-34AG (Ref.
P&WC engine conversion SB1252).
PT6A-34B Engines.
PT6A-35 Engines.
PT6A-114 Engines.
PT6A-114A Engines and all engines converted to Engine Model PT6A-114A (Ref. P&WC
PT6A-135 Engines.
PT6A-135A Engines.
PT6A-140 Engines.
B. Concurrent Requirements
None.
C. Reason
To provide an improved square drive for the tachometer drive bevel gearshaft assembly.
D. Description
The existing tachometer drive bevel gearshaft assembly is modified by installing a

square drive insert manufactured from a wear resistant material.
P&WC No. 82043, E4359A
P&WC Proprietary Information. Subject to the restrictions on the back of the locator
Jul 25/1989 The export control classification with respect to this document is contained on the back of the locator. PT6A-72-1447
Revision No. 4: Feb 21/2014 © 1989 Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. Page 1 of 7
PRINTED IN CANADA
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1. Planning Information (Cont’d)
E. Compliance
CATEGORY 8 - This service bulletin is optional and can be done at the discretion of
the operator.
F. Approval
D.O.T./D.A.A. approved.
G. Manpower
Estimate of 2.5 man-hours required to modify the old part to the new configuration.
H. Weight and Balance
None.
I. Electrical Load Data
Not changed.
J. Software Accomplishment Summary
Not applicable.
K. References
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3015444 (PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B, PT6A-20,
PT6A-20A, PT6A-20B)
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3013244 (PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28)
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3027544 (PT6A-25, PT6A-25A)
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3032144 (PT6A-25C)
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3021244 (PT6A-34, PT6A-34AG, PT6A-34B, PT6A-36)
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3058364 (PT6A-35)
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3043514 (PT6A-114, PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A)
Overhaul Manual P/N 3008103 (PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B)
Overhaul Manual P/N 3013243 (PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28)
Overhaul Manual P/N 3027543 (PT6A-25, PT6A-25A)
Overhaul Manual P/N 3032143 (PT6A-25C)
Overhaul Manual P/N 3021243 (PT6A-34, PT6A-34AG, PT6A-34B, PT6A-35, PT6A-36,
PT6A-114, PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A)
Overhaul Manual P/N 3075743 (PT6A-140)
PWA Overhaul Standard Practices Manual P/N 585005
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P&WC Part Digest No. 3113
L. Publications Affected
PT6A-20A, PT6A-20B)
PT6A-114, PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A)
M. Interchangeability and Intermixability of Parts
Interchangeability - Refer to Para. 2.C.
Intermixability - Not changed.
2. Material Information
A. Industry Support Information
Not applicable.
B. Material - Cost and Availability
You can get the procurable parts listed in Para. 2.C. from any Pratt & Whitney Canada
Parts Distribution Center.
The estimated total cost of new parts needed to replace old parts is $659.94 (US, 2014).
The new parts are available.
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C. Material Necessary for Each Engine
The quantity of materials listed in this section is on a per Engine basis.
Est. Unit
List Price
($US, Instructions
New P/N Keyword Old P/N Qty 2014) Disposition
For Engines PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B, PT6A-20, PT6A-20A, PT6A-20B, PT6A-21, PT6A-25,
PT6A-25A, PT6A-25C, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-34, PT6A-34AG, PT6A-34B, PT6A-35,
PT6A-36, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A:
3037733 Gearshaft Assembly, Bevel 3008179 RWK (A)(B)
Tachometer Drive
3102469-02 Ê Insert, Tachometer Drive 1 616.00
MS9486-04 Ê Pin, Straight, Headless 2 21.87
For Engines PT6A-114, PT6A-114A, PT6A-140:
3037732 Gearshaft Assembly, Bevel 3029258 RWK (A)(B)
Tachometer Drive
3102469-02 Ê Insert, Tachometer Drive 1 616.00
MS9486-04 Ê Pin, Straight, Headless 2 21.87
(A) TWO WAY INTERCHANGEABLE - (ATA 200 Explanation Code 02):
The old or the new part can replace the old or the new part.
(B) To get the new part it is necessary to make a modification to the old part.
D. Reidentified Parts
The following list of parts can be reworked:
OLD P/N NEW P/N

3008179 3037733
3029258 3037732
E. Tooling - Price and Availability
Not applicable.
3. Accomplishment Instructions
A. Remove the parts listed under Old P/N in Para. 2.C., Material Information, in accordance
with the overhaul manual instructions as follows:
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3. Accomplishment Instructions (Cont’d)
v Ref. OHM PART 5 DISASSEMBLY - FRONT ACCESSORY DRIVES (For Engines

PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B).
v Ref. OHM 72-10-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - DISASSEMBLY (PT6A-27 and -28).
v Ref. OHM 72-10-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - DISASSEMBLY (PT6A-21).
v Ref. OHM 72-11-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - DISASSEMBLY (For PT6A-140
Engines).
B. Machine gearshaft square drive end 0.4035 to 0.4045 in. (10.248 to 10.274 mm)
diameter.
C. Magnetic particle inspect in accordance with instructions in applicable overhaul manual.
D. Chamfer new insert P/N 3102469-02 (Ref. View A).
E. Cool insert at a temperature of -40 °F (-40 °C) for 15 minutes and install into tachometer
drive bevel gearshaft.
NOTE: Insert should be flush to 0.015 in. (0.381 mm) below Face C, ensuring new
insert square drive aligns with existing gearshaft square drive.
F. Drill two equally spaced holes 0.060 to 0.062 in. (1.524 to 1.575 mm) diameter to a
depth of 0.335 to 0.345 in. (8.509 to 8.763 mm).
G. Install and stake two new pins P/N MS9486-04.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE REMAINING ELECTROLYTE (ETCH SOLUTION) IS

FULLY NEUTRAL AFTER YOU WRITE ON THE PART. ELECTROLYTE CAN
CAUSE CORROSION ON THE PART.
H. Put a line across the old part number. Use the electrolyte etch procedure, 0.002 in. (0.05
mm) deep maximum, and write the new part number in the same area.
I. Install the parts listed under New P/N in Para. 2.C., Material Information, in accordance
v Ref. OHM PART 11 ASSEMBLY - FRONT ACCESSORY DRIVES - END-FLOAT

CHECK AND INSTALLATION (For Engines PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B).
v Ref. OHM 72-10-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - SUB-ASSEMBLY (PT6A-27 AND -28
ENGINES).
v Ref. OHM 72-10-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - SUB-ASSY (PT6A-21 ENGINES).
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v Ref. OHM 72-11-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - SUB-ASSY (For PT6A-140 Engines).
J. Write accomplishment of P&WC S.B. No. 1447 in the applicable engine module log book.
4. Appendix
Not applicable.
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FACE C FACE B
2.130
2.110
0.410
0.015 RAD. 0.405
MAXIMUM
DIA. A
A
32
0.4045
0.4035 DIA.
THIS DIAMETER MUST BE

CONCENTRIC WITH DIA. A
WITHIN 0.002 F.I.R.
FACE C
CHAMFER 0.015
0.020 − 0.030
x 30°± 2° INSERT LENGTH
BLEND AT CORNERS 0.395 − 0.400
0.384 DIA.
DRILL
0.060 − 0.062 DIA. 0.192 (REF.)
DEPTH 0.335 − 0.345
2 HOLES EQUALLY SPACED INSERT
PIN P/N 3102469−02
P/N MS9486−04
2 REQ’D ANGULAR RELATION
TO OTHER FEATURES
VIEW A NOT IMPORTANT
C149769
Modification of Tachometer Bevel Gearshaft Assembly

Figure 1
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P&WC S.B. No. 1703R10

TURBOPROP ENGINE
OPERATING TIME BETWEEN OVERHAULS AND HOT SECTION INSPECTION FREQUENCY
MODEL APPLICATION
PT6A-114, PT6A-114A
Compliance: Refer to Para. 1.E. in the Service Bulletin
Summary: This Service Bulletin (SB) provides a recommended basic operating Time Between
Overhaul (TBO) and specifies a recommended initial Hot Section Inspection (HSI)
frequency. P&WC turbine engines are required to undergo periodic inspection in
accordance with a pre-established schedule in order to ensure serviceability. The TBO
and HSI intervals represent the two major scheduled inspections, and are defined
in this SB. This SB also provides TBO extension procedures for operators with an
average utilization higher than 300 hours/year. The technical content of this service
bulletin has been reviewed by and is acceptable to Transport Canada.
Oct 29/2001 PT6A-72-1703

Revision No. 10: Apr 02/2014 Cover Sheet
given to:
Quebec J4G 1A1.
Canadian ECL(s)*
Tél. 450-677-9411
02 April 2014
P&WC S.B. No. 1703R10

SUBJECT: Pratt & Whitney Canada Service Bulletin No. PT6A-72-1703, Rev. No. 10, dated Apr
02/2014 (P&WC S.B. No. 1703R10) OPERATING TIME BETWEEN OVERHAULS AND
HOT SECTION INSPECTION FREQUENCY
superseded copy.
SUMMARY: This service bulletin is revised to:
v P&WC will no longer provide an exemption for two CT blade samples for metallurgical
evaluation.

None.
REVISION HISTORY:
Original Issue: Oct 29/2001
Revision No. 2: Jun 21/2004
Revision No. 3: Oct 31/2006
Revision No. 4: Mar 15/2007
Revision No. 7: May 09/2013
Revision No. 8: Aug 16/2013
Revision No. 9: Sep 04/2013
Revision No. 10: Apr 02/2014
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1703R10
TURBOPROP ENGINE
A. Effectivity
PT6A-114 Engines.
PT6A-114A Engines.
NOTE: This service bulletin supersedes P&WC S.B. No. 1003 for the models listed.
None.
C. Reason
This service bulletin:
v Provides a recommended basic operating TBO;

v Specifies a recommended initial HSI frequency; and
v Describes the TBO extension/evaluation process.
D. Description
(1) Definitions:
v The Basic Industry TBO is the P&WC recommended TBO per this service bulletin
which is applicable to all operators.
v The Fleet TBO is the TBO level which individual operators have attained for
engines of the same model in their possession only.
v The Engine TBO is the TBO applicable to a specific engine per the Industry TBO
or Fleet TBO or a recommended TBO by P&WC for a particular set of conditions.
v The term ‘‘hours’’ in this document is the Engine Flight Hours (EFH).
(2) TBO recommendations take into consideration the average effect of the many
variables affecting overhaul life, such as:
v Average flight duration;

v Percentage of time at any given power level;
v Climatic conditions and environment;
v Maintenance practices;
v Utilization; and
v Engine modification standards.
P&WC No. DCR4515, DCR7112, DCR16112, DCR21723, DCR24279, DCR24761

Oct 29/2001 The export control classification with respect to this document is contained on the back of the locator. PT6A-72-1703
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(3) Under extreme conditions of very low utilization coupled with continuous operation
in skydiving, fire fighting, agricultural spraying, salt water atmosphere or heavy sand
and dust environments, periodic inspections in accordance with the applicable
maintenance instructions may indicate maintenance action prior to the recommended
overhaul life.
(4) The TBO interval may be extended with the approval of the operator’s Airworthiness
Authority. The minimum requirements for engine TBO extension or for fleet TBO
extension are described in the Appendix Para. 4.
E. Compliance
The inspection intervals and overhaul periods provided in this bulletin are the
manufacturer’s recommendations. These periods are based on operation that is per the
Airframer’s POH (Pilot Operating Handbook). Extended operation at power settings
above normal Takeoff/Climb/Cruise may require a reduction in the intervals stated. The
use of Maximum Continuous is unrestricted for the duration required by the crew to
address an emergency situation. Repetitive use of Maximum Continuous, and/or extended
operation at high speeds and/or ITT (Inter-Turbine Temperature) will necessitate a
significant reduction in HSI (Hot Section Inspection) interval. Airworthiness authorities
normally require operators to follow these recommendations unless alternative
arrangements have been made between the operator and the manufacturer, and
approved by the operator’s airworthiness.
F. Approval
Transport Canada has reviewed and approved the technical contents of this Service
Bulletin.
NOTE: The service life values quoted herein are determined by the limiting values
stated on the Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) drawings which form part of the
Department of Transport Aircraft Engine Type Approval for the applicable
engine model. These limiting values are based on the use of P&WC approved
components installed on/in the engine. Use of other than P&WC approved
components may reduce the life limits.
G. Manpower
Not applicable.
None.
Not changed.
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Not applicable.
K. References
Applicable PT6A instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)
P&WC S.B. No. 1002, 1505, 1510 and 1669
Service Information Letter No. PT6A-107
Service Information Letter No. GEN-055
None.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
None.
Not applicable.
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TURBOPROP ENGINE
2. Material Information (Cont’d)
A. Basic Time Between Overhaul (TBO) Recommendations:
(1) The basic industry TBO for all PT6A-114 and PT6A-114A engines is 3,600 hours.
(2) For maintenance scheduling purposes, one engine per aircraft may be operated an
additional 70 calendar days or 200 flight hours, whichever comes first, conditional
on the following:
(a) The engine has been maintained and operated in accordance with P&WC’s
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness and operated to an engine TBO
interval that is recommended by P&WC;
(b) Boroscope inspection of the hot section components per the Engine Maintenance
Manual must be carried out and engine found to be in serviceable condition;
(c) Only one maintenance scheduling extension per TBO interval is available;
(d) The maintenance scheduling hours do not modify the operator’s base TBO
interval;
(e) The engine is used in a civil application;
(f) The operator must notify their local airworthiness authority upon use of this
extension.
(3) Engines that are within the basic recommended TBO and that have been
maintained or stored per maintenance manual requirements have no related calendar
time limits.
(4) Rotor component life limitations outlined in the latest revision of P&WC S.B.
No. 1002 override TBO considerations.
(5) The Hamilton Sundstrand fuel pump may be operated to the engine TBO (basic or
extended, as applicable).
NOTE: Refer to periodic inspection of Hamilton Sundstrand fuel pump, per the
EMM as applicable.
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TURBOPROP ENGINE
(6) The engine accessories that follow may be operated to the engine TBO (basic or
extended, as applicable) plus 500 hours. All other accessories may be operated to
the engine TBO.
FCU
Fuel Heater
Propeller Governor
Ignition Exciter
Compressor Bleed Valve
Flow Divider/Starting Control Installation
Fuel Pump (Argo-Tech only)
NOTE: Where accessories are removed (for repair or other reason) and
subsequently reinstalled, operating time since new or overhaul must
be recorded on the repair tag.
(7) For engines PRE-SB1669 configuration

the compressor turbine disk and blade set must be sent for an inspection per the
overhaul manual instructions at the intervals that follow:
NOTE: This inspection must include Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and stretch
measurement.
(a) Compressor turbine disk with full set of new blades installed at last shop visit,
inspect within 5,000 hours.
(b) Compressor turbine disk with full or partial set of previously run compressor
turbine blades installed, inspect within 3,000 hours since last compressor
turbine blade inspection.
(8) For engines POST-SB1669 configuration

the compressor turbine disk and blade set must be inspected per the overhaul
manual at the engine basic TBO or extended, as applicable.
NOTE: This inspection must include Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and stretch
measurement.
(a) Compressor turbine blades P/N 3072791-01 must be replaced at or before

10,000 hours.
(9) For PT6A-114A engines Pre-SB1510 configuration

Incorporate the third-stage compressor-stator assembly in accordance with P&WC
S.B. No. 1510 at overhaul.
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(10) For PT6A-114 engines Pre-SB1445 configuration

DELETED.
B. TBO Extension Recommendations
(1) For operators with an average utilization higher than 300 hours/year, P&WC can
provide recommendations for TBO extensions by one of the two options that
follow:
(a) Option A - Fleet TBO Extension

An operators’ full fleet of similarly operated and maintained engines, covered
by this SB, can have its TBO escalated in 500-hour increments based on a
review of the condition of the hardware from one or two engines inducted for
overhaul. The recommendation is based on one or two satisfactory overhaul
samples. Refer to the Appendix Para. 4.A., 4.B., 4.C. and 4.D.
(b) Option B - Engine-Specific TBO Extension

The TBO of an individual engine can be increased, subject to the evaluation of
the configuration, condition and method of operation of this engine. Refer to
the Appendix Para. 4.A., 4.B., 4.C. and 4.E.
(2) TBO Extension recommendations that were approved prior to issue of this SB, per
P&WC SB No. 1703 revisions 0 to 6, P&WC S.B. No. 1003 revisions 0 to 30, are
not affected and remain valid, except that:
v P&WC No longer endorses on-condition TBO programs on the PT6A engine

models
v Aircraft Gas Turbine Operating Information Letters (AGTOIL) are no longer valid.
(3) TBO extension recommendations from P&WC are subject to approval of the
operator’s local airworthiness authority.
(4) The TBO established by individual operators and/or for individual engines is
independent of the TBO published for the industry.
C. Hot Section Inspection (HSI) Frequency Recommendations:
(1) The HSI interval does not increase, as the TBO is escalated.
(2) The recommended scheduled HSI interval is 1,800 hours.
(3) An additional 50 flight hours or 30 days is available for maintenance scheduling

purposes, conditional on the following:
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(a) The engine has been maintained and operated in accordance with P&WC’s
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness;
(b) Only one maintenance scheduling extension per HSI interval is available;
(c) The maintenance scheduling hours do not modify the engine’s base HSI interval;
(4) For engines PRE-SB1669 configuration:
(a) P&WC further recommends that, at each HSI, operators submit a two-CT blade
sample for metallurgical evaluation at an overhaul facility (Ref. Pratt & Whitney
Standard Practices Manual PN 585005).
NOTE: DELETED
(b) If the metallurgical evaluation is not acceptable, replace the complete set of CT
blades with POST-SB1669 blades.
(c) If the metallurgical evaluation is acceptable, a maximum of 10 blades can be

replaced with PRE-SB1669 blades if they are rejected for reasons other than
overtemperature or creep. If more than 10 blades are rejected, the complete set
of CT blades must be replaced with POST-SB1669 blades.
(5) Alternatively, the HSI frequency can be based on Engine Condition Trend
Monitoring (ECTMT) in accordance with the Service Information Letter (S.I.L.)
Gen-055 ‘‘Guidelines and Standards for Utilizing the Engine Condition Trend
Monitoring (ECTMT)’’ subject to local Airworthiness Authority approval.
(6) If trend monitoring is introduced part way through engine life, a performance
recovery wash and HSI must be accomplished to establish a performance base line.
4. Appendix
NOTE: This Appendix provides the procedures and requirements to obtain TBO extension
recommendations from P&WC.
A. General Considerations for TBO Extension Recommendations
(1) A TBO extension recommendation from P&WC is based on both the operator’s
procedures and experience and on P&WC experience. P&WC experience is
based on:
(a) Engines that incorporate only P&WC parts originally supplied by P&WC or its
authorized distributors or components repaired in accordance with P&WC
approved repair process.
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(b) Factory built engines or engines overhauled/repaired at a P&WC service center

or a P&WC Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF).
(c) As P&WC experience grows, the TBO extension requirements and limitations
may be adjusted accordingly.
(2) An engine maintains its TBO extension recommendation on either program as long
as it is operated within the limitations of the relevant aircraft operating manuals and
is maintained in accordance with the appropriate P&WC Maintenance Manual
and the terms of this S.B.
NOTE: P&WC recommendation is null and void in instances where engine abuse
or non-compliance with this recommendation is reported.
(3) If the engine was put in storage or was unused since its last overhaul (or since new
if not previously overhauled), there must be documented evidence that the engine
has been preserved per the engine Maintenance Manual.
(4) Extension recommendations are only transferable between operators under

circumstances described in option A and B. (Ref. Appendix Para. D (13) and E (10)),
as applicable.
(5) Recommendations for extension are subject to limitations including the maximum
numbers of years between overhauls (Ref. Appendix Para. D (2) and E (4)).
(6) TBO extension recommendations from P&WC are subject to fees per S.I.L. No.
PT6A-107.
(7) TBO extensions, recommended by P&WC, do not affect the applicable Warranty
and Service Policy originally supplied with the engine. P&WC will continue to use
the basic industry TBO (Ref. Para. 3. A.(1)) to calculate the pro-rata credit and the
benefits per the Primary Parts Service Policy and/or the Extended Engine
Service policy.
B. Assembly and Component Records:

TBO extensions incorporate limitations on the life of certain components. The operator
and/or the Maintenance Organization (M.O.) selected by the operator must have a system
to log the total accumulated time, i.e. Time Since New (TSN), and the Time Since
Overhaul (TSO) of the following assemblies and components:
(1) Engine times and cycles since new and since last overhaul;
(2) Accessories time since new or since last overhaul;
(3) Total cycles of life limited rotors (Ref. P&WC S.B. No. 1002);
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(4) Total hours since new for the components that follow:
v The mainline ball bearings (bearings No. 1 and No. 4);

v The power turbine blades;
v The compressor turbine blades;
v The first stage sun gears; and
v The first stage planet gears.
NOTE: For non-serialized turbine blades, the total hours since new must be
based on the oldest installed blade. For example, if a complete new set
of blades is installed at overhaul and 18 blades are replaced at TSO
= 1800 hrs, the total time on the entire blade set will still be considered
1800 hrs, even though the 18 newly installed blades have zero time.
Refer to Para. 3.A.(7 and 8) for additional requirements related to
compressor turbine blade inspection times.
C. Configuration Records
P&WC makes available product improvements through the issuance of Service Bulletins
(S.B.). The operator and/or the maintenance organization selected by the operator
must have a system to log S.B.s that are incorporated in each engine. In particular, the
following are considered especially valuable for operators on extended TBO:
P&WC S.B. No. 1427 PT Containment Ring (PT6A-114)

P&WC S.B. No. 1430 Exhaust Duct and No. 3 Bearing Cover
P&WC S.B. No. 1434 Combustion Chamber & Large Exit Duct
P&WC S.B. No. 1446 External Scavenge Pump
P&WC S.B. No. 1510 Third Stage Compressor Stator (See Note 2)
P&WC S.B. No. 1669 Compressor Turbine Blades (PT6A-114A)
NOTE: 1. Refer to each service bulletin for individual engine model applicability.
NOTE: 2. P&WC S.B. No. 1510 is only required for PT6A-114A Engines with a
compliance category of 5 per the SB instructions.
D. Option A - Fleet TBO Extension by Overhaul Sample Evaluation
(1) P&WC may provide extension recommendations for the TBO of an operator’s fleet
of similarly operated and maintained engines. The condition of the engines
examined at overhaul is one element of validating that the specific operator is
operating and maintaining the engines in a manner that warrants extending the TBO
interval for the specific fleet. Other elements include but are not limited to:
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(a) Accuracy of maintenance records.
(b) Reported condition of hardware at previous maintenance intervals.
(c) Local regulatory endorsement of operator adherence to OEM recommended

operation and maintenance practices. This endorsement should be obtained
on a yearly basis.
(2) The time limits applicable under this program are as follows:
TBO Limit: 8,000 hrs

Calendar Limit: Engines may operate at the extended TBO for a maximum
period of 12 years since new or since overhaul as
applicable, or as otherwise agreed in writing by P&WC.
(3) To make sure that engine durability is maintained as the engines are operated into
their subsequent extended overhaul intervals, the components listed in the
Appendix, Para. 4.B.(4), that are used for engine reassembly at overhaul, must not
have more than 12,000 hours since new. Also, all the service bulletins listed in
the Appendix, Para. 4.C. and all applicable category 1, 2 and 3 service bulletins must
be incorporated in the build of the sample engine and at the next overhaul of
other engines in the fleet for which the TBO extension is applicable.
NOTE: Refer to paragraph 3.A.(7) and (8) for specific requirements related to the
compressor turbine blades.
(4) Normal TBO extension recommendations are 500 hours. For TBO extension up to
5,100 hours one representative sample engine per 500 hrs increment is required.
For TBO extensions above 5,100 hours two representative sample engines per 500
hrs increment are required.
(5) Requirements applicable to the sample(s):
(a) The sample must have a Time Since Overhaul (TSO) that is within 250 hours
of the current TBO period. Engines that have more hours than the current
P&WC recommended TBO are also acceptable but the extension will be based
on the currently recommended P&WC TBO.
(b) The sample must have been operated by the current operator for the majority
of the TBO period (i.e. for more than 50% of the current TBO interval).
(c) The sample engine must not have had a shop visit for major repairs (Overhaul
Manual level) during the current TBO interval (i.e. only Maintenance Manual
level tasks and repairs have been carried out).
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(d) The operator must complete the fleet TBO Evaluation Sample Request Form
Option A (Ref. Fig. 1) and the fleet information form (Ref. Fig. 2) and submit
them to their P&WC service center or Designated Overhaul Facility for forwarding
to P&WC.
(e) The sample engine must be sent to a P&WC service center or Designated
Overhaul Facility (DOF) for the TBO evaluation. The evaluation consist of 2
stages, the first portion consists of a visual examination of the engines prior to
cleaning to assess whether the hardware appears capable of 500 hours of
further operation. Following satisfactory completion of this phase the second
portion consist of detailed examination of the components to the requirements of
the P&WC OHM. The P&WC DOF or P&WC Service Centre will forward the
TBO Evaluation Sample Request Form (Ref. Fig. 1), the Operator’s Fleet
Information Form (Ref. Fig. 2) and the TBO Evaluation Hardware Report to
P&WC for review and request a TBO extension. After one or two successful
samples, depending on the TBO escalation threshold (Ref D,(4)) P&WC
will issue a letter to the operator stating that a TBO extension is recommended,
subject to the approval of the operator’s Airworthiness Authority.
NOTE: 1. When shipping an engine to a P&WC service center or DOF as a
sample, operators should state that it is a sample and request a
TBO extension evaluation report.
NOTE: 2. Forward all documents to [email protected]
NOTE: 3. Refer to P&WC SIL PT6A-041 for further information.

(6) Should a sample be rejected P&WC will not consider a TBO escalation unless the
operator defines the actions taken to correct the observed conditions.
(7) The extended TBO may apply to other eligible engines in the operator’s fleet
covered by the same TBO P&WC S.B. No. 1703., or by P&WC P&WC S.B. No. 1403,
1803 or 12003.
(8) Extended TBO intervals for engines which were added to the fleet from another
operator are subject to the pro-rating formula in Para. (13). This formula must be
used again when a fleet TBO extension is granted (Ref. Para. (13), Example 2).
(9) The TBO extension process can be repeated when the next engine reaches the
new escalated TBO interval.
(10) Certain circumstances may warrant a higher TBO increase increment. These will be
reviewed on a case by case basis upon written request.
(11) P&WC reserves the right to request additional information on the sample condition,
or further TBO extension samples, and this request does not herein imply that
P&WC will automatically recommend the extension.
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List other engines in the fleet for which the TBO extension requested would be applicable
(Subject to the compliance with this SB).
Engine S/N TTSN TTSO Time * TTSO at Date of Shop where

Model Date induction entry in the last
into the service or overhaul was
fleet last overhaul carried out
* Date on which the engine times were recorded.
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(12) TBO escalation recommendation is subject to the approval of the operators local
Airworthiness Authority.
(13) Transfer of Fleet TBO Extension Recommendations

Fleet TBO extensions are valid only as long as the operator, the Maintenance
Organization (M.O.), and the typical mission remain unchanged. The following
conditions apply for P&WC to transfer the recommendation to a new M.O., a new
operator, or a new application (typical mission):
NOTE: For changes limited to the selection by the operator of a new M.O., the
change will have no effect if the maintenance plan remains unchanged
and the newly selected M.O. is already supporting operators who have
approval for engines covered by this SB and to the same or higher
TBO.
(a) For the transfer of an engine to a different fleet extended TBO, the operator
can use a pro-rating formula. This formula is generally recognized by
regulatory authorities. The TBO applicable to an engine in these circumstances
is the fleet TBO formerly applicable and the fleet TBO established for the
new operator, Maintenance Organization and mission for the same engine
models. It is then weighted on the basis of the time remaining to overhaul under
the original operation. The formula for this purpose is:
X = Y * a/b
where X = time remaining to overhaul on new program (buyer’s
TBO)
Y = time remaining to overhaul on previous program (seller’s
TBO)
a =TBO interval on new program (buyer’s TBO)
b = TBO interval on previous program (seller’s TBO)
Example 1: An aircraft is transferred (by sale or lease) between two

operators. The previous operator’s engine TBO is 8,000
hours and the new operator’s engine TBO is 5,000 hours
and the engine has a time since overhaul (TSO) of 6,000
hours
Time remaining to overhaul on the previous program:
Y = 8,000 - 6,000 = 2,000 hours.
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Time remaining to overhaul on the new program:
X = Y * a/b
X = 2,000 * 5,000/8,000 = 1,250 hours

Therefore this engine may be operated to a one time TBO
interval of 7,250 hours. After overhaul, the engine TBO will
revert to the new owners TBO, which is 5,000 hrs. in this
example.
Example 2: An operator obtains a recommendation from P&WC for a

TBO extension from 5,000 to 5,500 hours, but one of the
engines was purchased from an operator with a TBO of
8,000 hours and is currently running to a TBO of 7,250
hours (Ref. Example 1). The new TBO interval will be
calculated using the pro-rating formula and the TSO of the
engine at entry to the new operator’s fleet (6,000 hours).
Time remaining to overhaul on the previous program:
Y = 8,000 - 6,000 = 2,000 hours.
Time remaining to overhaul on the new program:
X = Y * a/b
X = 2,000 * 5,500/8,000 = 1,375 hours

Therefore this engine may be operated to a one time TBO
interval of 7,375 hours. After overhaul, the engine TBO will
revert to the new owners TBO, which is 5,500 hrs. in this
example.
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E. Option B - Engine Specific Extension by Evaluation of Configuration, Condition and

Operation
(1) General
TBO extensions can be recommended under this option for specific engines based
on a full evaluation of their configuration, condition, and operation. Operators
and engines must meet minimum eligibility criteria and the engines must be
individually registered into the P&WC engine-specific TBO extension program, and
maintained per specific procedures set forth hereunder. Registration is
recommended as early as possible when new or after overhaul, but is not subject
to a time limit other than the maximum limits of this program. Refer to the Appendix,
Para. 4.E.(4).
(2) Application Procedure - To apply for a TBO recommendation for an engine per this
program, complete the Option B Operator Qualification Checklist (Ref. Fig 3) and
the Option B TBO Application and Engine Qualifying Checklist (Ref. Fig 4) There are
two approaches to filling out these forms:
(a) The list may be completed by a qualified Part 145, Part 135, or Part 121
Inspector or equivalent, who must sign off each item.
(b) The list may be completed by other operator personnel and submitted to the
local P&WC FSR for review and approval.
(3) Missions that are not Eligible:

The following missions are not considered applicable to this program
v Agricultural;
v Skydiving operations;
v Fire fighting; or
v Other missions which involve an unusually high ratio of cycles to flight hours or
unusually protracted use of high power.
NOTE: For confirmation of eligibility, please refer the proposed mission to your
local P&WC FSR.
(4) Time Limits
Overhaul: 6,000 hrs or 12 years, whichever comes first, since new or

since overhaul as applicable.
3,000 hrs or 6 years, which ever comes first, since mid-life
inspection (Ref. Appendix Para. 4.E. (7)).
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HSI: May be part of the mid-life inspection (Ref. Appendix Para.

4.E.(7)), or per ECTM or disk/blade life expiry requirement. If
per ECTMT, perform at least once in a 5,000 hour period.
(5) Eligibility - Operator and Maintenance Organization
To be eligible to request an engine TBO extension recommendation, an operator
must provide evidence that the operator’s Maintenance Organization (M.O.) has
addressed the following maintenance procedures:
(a) The M.O. must be capable of performing all line maintenance activities,
including all activities listed in the Maintenance Manual, periodic inspection table,
borescopic inspection, compressor and turbine washing, etc. It must also be
capable of, or have access to, other aircraft maintenance that can have an effect
on the durability of the engine, such as instrumentation calibration and
propeller balancing. To demonstrate capability, the M.O. must have available all
the applicable tooling and must have personnel specifically trained to
perform these tasks and/or must have service contracts with facilities that have
such applicable tooling and trained personnel.
(b) The operator/M.O. must have a quality system that records all snags and
maintenance activities related to the operation of the engine. This also
applies to engine-mounted aircraft accessories such as the propeller, the
overspeed governor, and the starter-generator. Records must be available for
review by P&WC on request.
(c) The operator/M.O must also complete the Option B Operator Qualification
Checklist (Ref. Fig 3).
(6) Eligibility - Engines:
(a) Engines must incorporate all service bulletins in the Appendix, Para. 4.C. at the
first opportunity and no later than the mid-life inspection. Also, except C.T
Blades (Ref.Para 3.A (7 and 8), components listed in the Appendix, Para. 4.B.(4)
must have no more than 12,000 hours total time since new, at induction and
through the applicability of the program.
(b) Records for engine events that required unscheduled inspections must be
available for review by P&WC. This is to ensure compliance with all
Maintenance Manual requirements.
(c) P&WC recommends that the aircraft is equipped with an approved exceedance
and engine monitor. Engine Condition Trend Monitoring (ECTM) requirements
can be found in SIL’s GEN-055.
(d) The operator/M.O must also complete the Option B TBO Application and
Engine Qualifying Checklist (Ref. Fig 4).
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Company Name Telephone
Company Address Fax
Email
Company Contact Title

Email Telephone
Fax
Maintenance Facility (If other than operator)

Contact Name Title
Email Telephone
Fax
Engine Data:
Application for TBO extension under Option B requires inspector’s initials in each inspector’s signature block, or alternatively, an on−site engine review by a P&WC
Field Service Representative.
Engine Model:
EIS Data of entry into service or last overhaul
TTSN Total Time Since New
TCSN Total Cycle Since New
TTSO Total Time Since Overhaul
TCSO Total Cycles Since Overhaul
TTSHSI Total Time Since Hot Section Inspection
TCSHSI Total Cycles Since Hot Section Inspection
General Considerations for Eligibility:
The applicant’s Director of Maintenance, Chief Inspector or other qualified inspector shall initial for conformity with the following statements:
Conforms Inspector’s
Yes No Initials
1. The above mentioned engine has been built with new P&WC recommended components,
components refurbished by P&WC owned shops, or components refurbished by P&WC
( ) ( )
authorized shops per P&WC standards.
2. The above mentioned engine is a P&WC factory built engine or an engine overhauled/repaired ( ) ( )
by a P&WC service center or a P&WC Distributor and Designated Overhaul Facility (DDOF)
3. If the above mentioned engine was put in storage or was unused for an extended period of time
since its last overhaul (or since new if not previously overhauled), there must be documented evidence ( ) ( )
(logbook entry) that the engine was preserved per the engine maintenance manual or alternative
methods found to be acceptable to P&WC.
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(7) Mid-Life Inspection

Engines registered in the engine specific TBO extension program are subject to a
mid-life inspection. Schedule between 2,500 hours and the operator’s TBO (Ref. Note
3). Requirements need not be carried out concurrently, and the HSI portion may
be scheduled per the Appendix, Para. 4.E.(4). When scheduling this inspection,
operators must also consider other limitations such as the time limits per the
Appendix, Para. 4.B.(4), and cyclic limits per P&WC S.B. No. 1002. Do the inspection
as follows:
NOTE: 1. For P&WC to provide a TBO extension recommendation, the various

inspection procedures must be performed by a P&WC service centre or
DOF facility/representative/M.O. recommended by P&WC for the
procedures carried out.
NOTE: 2. Unless otherwise specified, Maintenance Manual procedures and limits

apply.
NOTE: 3. Operator’s TBO refers to the engine basic TBO or extended TBO per
Option A as applicable, prior to enrollment in Option B.
(a) Verify compliance with all applicable inspection SBs.
(b) Do a full hot section inspection, including all applicable requirements described
in the Maintenance Manual (72-00-00). The exposed gas generator surfaces
must be free of corrosion and all missing diffuser ducts must be replaced.
Compressor turbine and power turbine blades must show no or minimal
sulphidation (stage 1 maximum). Engine performance after this inspection must
meet the aircraft power assurance requirements with a minimum of 20°C
(36°F) ITT margin and 0.5% rpm (200 rpm) Ng margin.
(c) For engines Pre-SB1669 configuration:

Do the CT disk assembly overhaul level inspection (Ref. Para. 3.A.(7)) at this
time. Include an overtemperature exposure check per the overhaul manual
(72-50-02, Light Overhaul, Overtemperature, Category B (All Conditions
Other than Starting)). On the basis of individual service history, P&WC can
provide an exemption from this recommendation to those operators who
demonstrate a maintenance program encompassing fuel nozzle refurbishment,
borescope inspection and engine condition trend monitoring (ECTM). Ref.
SIL PT6A-146 for additional details.
(d) Make sure the compressor is free of corrosion.
(e) Repair compressor foreign object damage (FOD).
(f) Inspect the AGB starter generator drive pad splines for wear.
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(g) Make sure the external surfaces meet all corrosion and damage requirements.
Repair gas generator and cast housing surfaces with touch-up paint. Clean and
inspect the gas generator drain valves.
(h) Remove and inspect the external pneumatic hoses and tubes (Px and Py
tubes) for cracks or other damage. Tubes must show no signs of deformation
(compared to a new tube).
(i) Perform all oil system checks, for example
v MOP setting
v Torque meter functional check.
(j) Accessories require inspection per Appendix Table 1.
TABLE 1, Accessories Option B

Recom-
System mended Mid-Life Requirement
Accessory Configuration (Option B only) Other Requirements
Propeller SB1470 Shop Functionality
Governor Check
Fuel Heater Shop Functionality
Check Replace element
packings
Fuel Pump Shop Functionality
Check Replace Pump
to FCU coupling
Fuel Control Unit P&WC S.B. Drivebody Inspection Ref. EMM (Chap. 72-00-00,
No. 1561 (driveshaft bearing Table 601)
replacement, clean
pneumatic section and
recalibrate)
Flow Shop Functionality
Check
Fuel Nozzles SB1396 Overhaul (Except for
(PT6A-114) nozzles on an
exchange program).
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TABLE 1, Accessories Option B (Cont’d)
Recom-
System mended Mid-Life Requirement
Accessory Configuration (Option B only) Other Requirements
Bleed Off Valve SB1581 For Pre-SB1581: For Pre-SB1581: Inspect per
(PT6A-114A) Replace diaphragm, the MM annually
clean and re-calibrate
T5 Harness Inspect per MM
T5 Inspect per MM
Thermocouple
T1 Inspect per MM
Thermocouple
(k) Inspect all controls, linkages, leads and connectors for chafing, corrosion,
cracks. Do all controls adjustments and checks specified in the Maintenance
Manual (Ref. 71-00-00, Power Plant - Adjustment/Test).
(l) Check the temperature indicating system, including the T1 probe trim
resistance.
(m) Check the operation and/or calibration of all engine related instrumentation
(ITT, Tq, Ng, Np). Refer to the applicable Aircraft Maintenance Manual
(AMM).
(8) Operation and maintenance requirements after registration in the program.

Maintain the engine per the Engine and/or Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM). In
addition, an approved maintenance plan will include the items that follow:
(a) Monitor the engine performance as per the ECTMT program (Ref. Service
Information Letter (SIL) Gen-055).
(b) Wash the engine compressor and turbine at intervals that are consistent with
the environment in which the engine operates (Ref. Maintenance Manual
71-00-00, Power Plant - Cleaning).
NOTE: Contact the local P&WC FSR for information on the best interval.
(c) At the periodic fuel nozzle inspection, record the nozzle positions per the
applicable Maintenance Manual. The concurrent borescope inspection of the hot
section must cover the area in line with any nozzle found unserviceable.
NOTE: For nozzle assemblies on an exchange program, do the inspection
within 400 hours of removal of nozzles reported as unserviceable.
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(d) Inspect the compressor first stage blades for FOD at an interval not more than
1,000 hours or one year whichever occurs first and blend per the Maintenance
Manual.
(e) Do all control adjustments and checks annually per the Maintenance Manual
(Ref. 71-00-00, Power Plant - Adjustment/Test).
(f) Balance the propeller per the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) or the
propeller Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) at an interval not more than
1,000 hrs or one year.
(g) Check the operation and/or calibration of all engine related instrumentation at
intervals not more than 1,000 hrs or one year per the Aircraft Maintenance
Manual (AMM). (ITT, Tq, Ng, Np).
NOTE: This check is not required if the engine has an exceedance monitor.
(h) Supply a report each year to P&WC with a status update relative to these
requirements (Ref. Fig. 5).
(9) Mission Consistency

The mission that the engine is used for and the area of operation must remain as
specified at the time of induction. (Ref. Appendix, Para. 4.E.(3)).
(10) Transfer of Engine Specific TBO Recommendations

For changes for an engine registered under the P&WC engine-specific TBO
extension program, the operator/owner can apply to P&WC for a transfer. If the
operator, its mission, and its M.O. are already established as eligible for the engine
models per this SB, no further action will be required. Otherwise, it is necessary
to establish the eligibility of the new operator, application, and/or M.O. before the
recommendation can be extended to these new conditions.
F. Transfer from one TBO Extension Option to the Other
(1) Operators that have extended their fleet TBO per Option A, per revisions 1 to 6 of
this SB, may apply for an individual engine TBO extension per Option B. Refer to
the Appendix, Para. 4.E.
(2) Operators that have extended the TBO of individual engines per Option B may
consider submitting these engines as samples per Option A. Refer to the Appendix,
Para. 4.D.
(a) Each acceptable sample provides a fleet extension of 500 hours relative to the
current P&WC recommended fleet TBO for the operator.
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1703R10
TURBOPROP ENGINE
PT6A Engine Specific TBO Extension (Option B)

Operator Yearly Report
This form is to be completed yearly by PT6A operators registered in the ’Engine Specific TBO Extension
Option B’ to support the yearly operation and maintenance requirements of the program.
OPERATOR DATA
Name (owner of engine):
Maintenance Facility (if other than owner):
ENGINE DATA
Engine Model: Engine S/N:
TSN: TSO: Current TBO interval:
A) ECTM
Use of ECTM program: Yes
Data review by trained/qualified technicians: Yes Frequency of reviewed:
B) ENGINE WASH Last time/TSN completed:
Interval for compressor wash: Last time/TSN completed:
Interval for turbine wash: Last time/TSN completed:
C) FUEL NOZZLES INSPECTION
Interval for nozzles inspection: Last time/TSN completed:
Concurrent borescope inspection of hot section: Yes
D) COMPRESSOR BLADES INSPECTION
Interval for blades inspection: Last time/TSN completed:
E) CONTROL AND POWER ADJUSTMENTS/CHECKS
Interval for adjustments/checks: Last time/TSN completed:
F) PROPELLER
Interval for propeller balance: Last time/TSN completed:
G) ENGINE INSTRUMENTATION (ITT, NG, Tq)
Interval for gauges calibration: Last time/TSN completed:
H) MISSION CONSISTENCY
Mission that the engine is used for and area of operation have remained as specified at induction of
TBO extension? Yes No
I hereby attest that the information provided herein is exact to the best of my knowledge and that I may be
requested to provide additional data to support yearly requirements of Option B TBO Extension.
Completed by: Date:
Please return report to: Pratt & Whitney Canada
Attn: Manager Serv. Engineering − Small Turboprops (01PD4)
100 Marie−Victorin
Longueuil, Quebec
Canada, J4G1A1
Fax: (450) 647−7567 Email: [email protected] C109297
Option B - Yearly Operator Report

Figure 5
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(b) The recommendation will apply to engines in the fleet that meet requirements
per Option B. Refer to the Appendix, Para. 4.E.
(c) Recommendations in cases where some of the samples submitted were not in
satisfactory condition may be lower and/or take into consideration corrective
actions put in place.
G. Minimum Engine Parameters Monitoring System Requirements:
NOTE: For more information or clarification, contact your local P&WC Field Support
Representative (FSR).
(1) ENGINE AND AIRCRAFT PARAMETERS:

The system must record and store data from all the parameters that follow:
v Inter Turbine Temperature (ITT);

v Torque (Tq);
v Gas generator speed (Ng);
v Propeller speed (Np);
v Fuel flow (Wf);
v Indicated Outside Air Temperature (IOAT);
v Altitude; and
v Indicated Airspeed (IAS).
(2) SAMPLING AND RECORDING FREQUENCY:

The system must monitor, in real time, all of the parameters with a minimum
sampling frequency of 5 Hz and record the data at least twice per second during an
exceedance event. System software level ‘‘C’’ is recommended. The aircraft
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and P&WC can negotiate acceptable
alternative software levels.
(3) SIGNAL ACCURACY:

The accuracy of the signal processing, which includes the sensor where applicable,
should be within the tolerances that follow:
TABLE 2, Signal Accuracy

Parameter Tolerance
Inter-Turbine Temperature (ITT) ±5°C
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TABLE 2, Signal Accuracy (Cont’d)

Parameter Tolerance
Engine Torque (TQ) ±1%
Compressor (Ng) and Propeller ±0.2%
(Np) speed
Fuel Flow (Wf) ±2.5%
Indicated Outside Air ±2°C
Temperature (IOAT)
Altitude ±250 ft
Indicated Air Speed (IAS) ±10
knots
(4) DATE AND TIME:
For each engine parameter exceedance event and for ECTMT readings, the system
must record all the parameters with Date and Time. The device that records the
data must keep it during system power-off intervals.
(5) EVENT DEFINITION:
The system program must record exceedances for the specific PT6A engine model
per the applicable P&WC Maintenance Manual limitations.
(6) VISUAL INDICATION:
The system must have a visual indication to the pilot or maintenance personnel to
tell them that an engine event occurred and that there may be a maintenance
action prior to the next flight.
(7) SIMULTANEOUS EVENTS:
The system must have the capability to record simultaneous or multiple events for
each parameter monitored, with the minimum requirements that follow:
(a) Identify the affected parameter.
(b) Record the Date and Time that each event starts and ends.
(c) System shall be capable of recording all parameters identified above for a
period of time prior to and after an engine exceedance event in a manner
that allows for a complete reconstruction of the event.
(8) The examples that follow show methods on how to reconstruct and record
simultaneous or multiple events:
(a) Method 1: The system buffers data and then writes it to the permanent memory
when necessary.
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(b) Method 2: System flags are defined at specific set points, which occur before
the event definition. If the actual value of a parameter crosses the value
defined by the flag, the system starts or stops storing data as required.
(9) ALLOWABLE DOWNTIME (System or specific elements of system in-operative):

Anytime the system or elements of the system are in-operative, the maximum
allowable downtime for specific parameters are as follows:
TABLE 3, Maximum Allowable Downtime

Parameter Downtime (hours)
Entire System 20
Inter-Turbine Temperature (ITT) 20
Engine Torque (TQ) 40
Compressor (Ng) and Propeller (Np) speed 40
Any other elements not specified 150
(a) Manually record the parameters listed in 4.H.(1) at a stabilized cruise condition,
daily or every 6 hours, in compliance with ECTMT requirements. Refer to S.I.L.
No. GEN-055.
(10) FIELD REPROGRAMMING:

The software must make it possible for field maintenance personnel to apply
software modifications authorized by the manufacturer for the current installation.
(11) INSUFFICIENT MEMORY:

The system must generate a notification to the pilot or maintenance personnel
when there is a possibility of insufficient remaining memory to store event or trend
data during the next flight.
SERVICE BULLETIN

73-10-02
TURBOPROP ENGINE
TURBOPROP ENGINE WITH HAMILTON SUNSTRAND FUEL PUMP, COUPLING SHAFT
SPLINE - INSPECTION OF
MODEL APPLICATION
PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B, PT6A-20, PT6A-20A, PT6A-20B, PT6A-21, PT6A-25, PT6A-25A,
PT6A-25C, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-34, PT6A-34AG, PT6A-34B, PT6A-35, PT6A-36, PT6A-114,
PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A
Summary: There have been events of engines suffering fuel starvation due to fretting wear on
the coupling shaft splines of Sundstrand fuel pumps. This service bulletin provides
instructions for scheduled inspection of the Sundstand fuel pumps only, for evidence of
coupling shaft spline wear and corrosion.
Aug 17/2012 PT6A-72-1705

Revision No. 1: Jan 14/2014 Cover Sheet
given to:
Quebec J4G 1A1.
Canadian ECL(s)*
Tél. 450-677-9411
14 January 2014

SUBJECT: Pratt & Whitney Canada Service Bulletin No. PT6A-72-1705, Rev. No. 1, dated Jan
14/2014 (P&WC S.B. No. 1705R1) TURBOPROP ENGINE WITH HAMILTON
SUNSTRAND FUEL PUMP, COUPLING SHAFT SPLINE - INSPECTION OF
superseded copy.
SUMMARY: This service bulletin is revised to change the preformed packing P/N from AS3209-114
to 3014226 in Para. 2.C., Material Information.

None.
REVISION HISTORY:
Original Issue: Aug 17/2012
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A. Effectivity
PT6A-6 Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump gear-set
and coupling operating TSN is more than engine basic TBO or TSN is unknown.
PT6A-6A Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump gear-set
PT6A-6B Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump gear-set
PT6A-20B Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump gear-set
PT6A-25C Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump gear-set
PT6A-34AG Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump
gear-set and coupling operating TSN is more than engine basic TBO or TSN is
unknown.
PT6A-34B Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump
unknown.
PT6A-35 Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump
unknown.
unknown.
unknown.
PT6A-114A Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump
unknown.
P&WC No. DCR18948
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unknown.
PT6A-135A Engines which have a Sundstand fuel pump installed where fuel pump
unknown.
None.
C. Reason
(1) Problem
Some operators have reported fretting wear on the coupling shaft splines of
Sundstrand fuel pumps, which can lead to fuel starvation, since the last periodic
inspection.
(2) Cause
The fuel pump coupling in-situ periodic inspection intervals may not be optimal.
(3) Solution
Visually inspect the Sundstrand fuel pump for evidence of coupling shaft spline
wear and corrosion.
D. Description
Inspect the Sundstrand fuel pump face for evidence of coupling shaft spline wear and
corrosion.
E. Compliance
CATEGORY 3 - P&WC recommends to do a visual inspection of the Sundstrand fuel

pumps, for evidence of coupling shaft spline wear and corrosion,
within 150 flight hours.
NOTE: For subsequent visual inspection intervals and in-situe inspection, refer to the
applicable maintenance manual.
F. Approval
D.A.A. approved
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G. Manpower
Once you have access to the part, an estimate of 1.0 man-hours is required to include
this service bulletin at maintenance.
No more man-hours are necessary to include this service bulletin at overhaul.
None.
Not changed.
Not applicable.
K. References
PT6A-20A, PT6A-20B)
Illustrated Parts Catalog P/N 3030444 (PT6A-11, PT6A-11AG, PT6A-15AG, PT6A-110,
PT6A-112, PT6A-121)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3015442 (PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B, PT6A-20, PT6A-20A,
PT6A-20B)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3030442 (PT6A-11, PT6A-11AG, PT6A-15AG, PT6A-110,
PT6A-112, PT6A-121)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3013242 (PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3027542 (PT6A-25, PT6A-25A)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3032142 (PT6A-25C)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3021242 (PT6A-34, PT6A-34AG, PT6A-34B, PT6A-36)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3043512 (PT6A-114, PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3058362 (PT6A-35)
Overhaul Manual P/N 3030443 (PT6A-11, PT6A-11AG, PT6A-15AG, PT6A-110,
PT6A-112, PT6A-121)
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PT6A-114, PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3015442 (PT6A-6, PT6A-6A, PT6A-6B, PT6A-20, PT6A-20A,
PT6A-20B)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3030442 (PT6A-11, PT6A-11AG, PT6A-15AG, PT6A-110,
PT6A-112, PT6A-121)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3013242 (PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3027542 (PT6A-25, PT6A-25A)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3032142 (PT6A-25C)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3021242 (PT6A-34, PT6A-34AG, PT6A-34B, PT6A-36)
Maintenance Manual P/N 3043512 (PT6A-114, PT6A-114A, PT6A-135, PT6A-135A)
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
The estimated total cost of new parts needed to replace old parts is $Quote (US, 2013).
SERVICE BULLETIN
TURBOPROP ENGINE
Est. Unit
List Price
($US, Instructions
Standard Replacement Parts:
3039937 Gasket 3039937 1 (A)
3014227 Preformed Packing 3014227 1 (A)
3014226 Preformed Packing 3014226 1 (A)
(A) Standard replacement part.
None.
Not applicable.
A. Do an inspection of the Sundstrand fuel pump as follows (Ref. Fig. 1).
(1) Remove the fuel pump per the applicable maintenance manual instructions (Ref.
73-10-02, FUEL PUMP -MAINTENANCE PRACTICES).
(2) Inspect the pump face for a reddish-brown deposit (iron oxide) (Ref. Fig. 1).
NOTE: 1. Wear can also be indicated by material (grime) and discoloration build up
surrounding the pump spline.
NOTE: 2. A reddish-brown deposit (iron oxide) indicates fretting wear between the
coupling and fuel pump spline.
CAUTION: DO NOT REMOVE THE FUEL PUMP COUPLING, REMOVAL MAY

CAUSE CHIPPING OF THE SPLINES AND/OR LOSS OF THE CIRCLIP
RETENTION. THE CIRCLIP ALLOWS VERY LIMITED MOVEMENT OF THE
PUMP COUPLING.
(3) If there is evidence of a reddish-brown deposit (iron oxide), return the fuel pump to
an approved overhaul facility.
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(4) If there is no evidence of a reddish-brown deposit (iron oxide), the fuel pump may
remain in service.
(5) Install a serviceable fuel pump per the applicable maintenance manual instructions
(Ref. 73-10-02, FUEL PUMP - MAINTENANCE PRACTICES).
B. Write accomplishment of P&WC S.B. No. 1705 in the applicable engine module log
book.
4. Appendix
Not applicable.
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Acceptable Condition
C198726
Fuel Pump Spline Inspection of

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Unacceptable Condition (Coupling removed for clarity)
C198727
Fuel Pump Spline Inspection of

Figure 1 (Sheet 2)
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72-11-00
TURBOPROP ENGINE
PROPELLER REDUCTION GEARBOX FRONT HOUSING ASSEMBLY - REPLACEMENT OF
MODEL APPLICATION
PT6A-140
Summary: The protective treatment for the front Reduction Gearbox (RGB) housing interim
configuration is not optimal. Replace the front RGB housing with one that have
improved corrosion resistance protective treatment and improved ring gear spline
wear resistance.
Jul 29/2013 PT6A-72-1722

Revision No. 1: Feb 04/2014 Cover Sheet
given to:
Quebec J4G 1A1.
Canadian ECL(s)*
Tél. 450-677-9411
04 February 2014

SUBJECT: Pratt & Whitney Canada Service Bulletin No. PT6A-72-1722, Rev. No. 1, dated Feb
04/2014 (P&WC S.B. No. 1722R1) PROPELLER REDUCTION GEARBOX FRONT
HOUSING ASSEMBLY - REPLACEMENT OF
superseded copy.
SUMMARY: This service bulletin is revised to
v include engine serial number PCE-VA0090 to PCE-VA0100 in Para. 1.A., Planning

Information.
v add the detail number of the housing assembly.

None.
REVISION HISTORY:
Original Issue: Jul 29/2013
SERVICE BULLETIN
TURBOPROP ENGINE
A. Effectivity
PT6A-140 Engines which are before and include Serial No. PCE-VA0075 and including
PCE-VA0090 to PCE-VA0100.
None.
C. Reason
(1) Problem
The protective treatment for the front Reduction Gearbox (RGB) housing interim
configuration is not optimal.
(2) Cause
An interim configuration, with a different protective treatment, was required due to

manufacturing lead time.
(3) Solution
Replace the front RGB housing with one that have improved corrosion resistance
protective treatment and improved ring gear spline wear resistance.
D. Description
Replace the propeller reduction gearbox front housing assembly with the new one.
E. Compliance
CATEGORY 7 - You can do this service bulletin when the supply of superseded parts
is fully used.
F. Approval
G. Manpower
Estimate of 0.0 man-hours required to include this service bulletin at overhaul.
None.
P&WC No. E6900D, E6900P

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Not changed.
Not applicable.
K. References
CIR Manual P/N 3075741 (PT6A-140)
Not applicable.
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TURBOPROP ENGINE
Est. Unit
List Price
($US, Instructions
3078469-01 Housing Assembly, 3078424-01 1 Quote (A)(B)
Propeller Reduction
Gearbox, Front
3078405-01 Ê Housing, Propeller 3078405-01 NP
Reduction Gearbox, Front
(B) Discard the part if it is unserviceable. Return a serviceable part to stock.
None.
Not applicable.
v Ref. OHM 72-11-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - DISASSEMBLY.
B. Install the parts listed under New P/N in Para. 2.C., Material Information, in accordance
v Ref. OHM 72-11-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - SUB-ASSY.
C. Write accomplishment of P&WC S.B. No. 1722 in the applicable engine module log
book.
4. Appendix
Not applicable.
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1729

72-60-00
TURBOPROP ENGINE
ACCESSORY GEARBOX HOUSING ASSEMBLY - MODIFICATION / REPLACEMENT OF
MODEL APPLICATION
PT6A-140
Compliance: CATEGORY 6, 7
Summary: It can be difficult to install the nut and spacer on the stud at the Accessory Gearbox
(AGB) housing flange. To allow sufficient clearance and to facilitate assembly, replace
the AGB housing with one that incorporates a new chamfer on the mounting boss.
Jan 27/2014 PT6A-72-1729

Cover Sheet
given to:
Quebec J4G 1A1.
Canadian ECL(s)*
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1729
TURBOPROP ENGINE
A. Effectivity
PT6A-140 Engines which are before and include Serial No. PCE-VA0100.
None.
C. Reason
(1) Problem
It can be difficult to install the nut and spacer on the stud at the Accessory Gearbox
(AGB) housing flange.
(2) Cause
Excess material at the AGB bracket mounting boss adjacent to the flange.
(3) Solution
To allow sufficient clearance and to facilitate assembly, replace the AGB housing
with one that incorporates a new chamfer on the mounting boss.
D. Description
Replace the AGB housing with the new or modified one.
E. Compliance
For Engine Serial Number PCE-VA0071 and VA0073 only.
CATEGORY 6 - P&WC recommends to do this service bulletin when the subassembly

(i.e. module, accessories, components, or build groups) is disassembled
and access is available to the necessary part. Do all spare
subassemblies.
For Engine Serial prior to and including No. PCE-VA0100 excluding PCE-VA0071
and VA0073.
CATEGORY 7 - You can do this service bulletin when the supply of superseded parts
is fully used.
F. Approval
P&WC No. E7848A

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G. Manpower
None.
Not changed.
Not applicable.
K. References
CIR P/N 3075741 (PT6A-140)
CIR P/N 3075741 (PT6A-140)
Not applicable.
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The new parts are scheduled to be available in Quote.
Est. Unit
List Price
($US, Instructions
3079402-01 Housing Assy, Accessory 3077525-01 1 Quote (A)(C)
Gearbox
3079401-01 Ê Housing, Accessory 3077524-01 1 NP (B)(C)
Gearbox
(B) NOT INTERCHANGEABLE - (ATA 200 Explanation Code 03):
The old part must replace the old part; the new part must replace new part.
(C) To get the new part it is possible to make a modification to the old part, or you can get the
new part from any Pratt & Whitney Canada Distribution Center.
OLD P/N NEW P/N

3077525-01 3079402-01
3077524-01 3079401-01
Not applicable.
v Ref. OHM 72-00-00 ENGINE - DISASSEMBLY-3: MODULES AND MAJOR

SUB-ASSEMBLIES.
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B. Do a modification to the accessory gearbox housing as follows:
(1) Machine the mounting boss to the dimensions shown in 1.
(2) Break the sharp edges to get 0.003 to 0.015 in. (0.08-0.38 mm) radii.
(3) Examine the machined area for cracks per SPOP 62 (Ref CIR. Task
72-61-50-230-801).
WARNING: USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN YOU WRITE WITH THE VIBRATION
PEENING PROCEDURE.
(4) Put a line across the old part number. Use the vibration peening procedure, 0.003
to 0.006 in. (0.08-0.15 mm) deep, and write the new part number (Ref. Para. 2D) in
the same area.
(5) Clean the part per SPOP 209 (Task 70-21-00-110-041).
(6) Apply chromate solution on repaired area of the part per SPOP 41 (Task
70-44-01-330-011).
(7) Do a pressure flush of the part per Cleaning-02 (Ref. CIR Task 72-61-50-110-801).
C. Install the parts listed under New P/N in Para. 2.C., Material Information, in accordance
v Ref. OHM 72-00-00 FINAL ASSEMBLY - 1: ENGINE ASSEMBLY.
D. Write accomplishment of P&WC S.B. No. 1729 in the applicable engine module log
book.
4. Appendix
Not applicable.
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PLANE
X
C C
B A
VIEW A
7.495 FROM PLANE

7.485
Y
SECTION C−C
C221647
Modification of AGB Housing

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PLANE Y
PLANE A
ESTABLISHED BY
Face F
D F G S H S
14.2510
PLANE X 14.2485
Dia. G
ESTABLISHED BY
F G S H S
7.573
E
D 1.500
SECTION D−D
E
VIEW B
0.2482 − 0.2492 Dia. H
Face F
SECTION E−E
C221646
Modification of AGB Housing

Figure 1 (Sheet 2)
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P&WC S.B. No. 1737

72-50-05
TURBOPROP ENGINE
SINGLE PORT TURBINE EXHAUST DUCT ASSEMBLY - REPLACEMENT/MODIFICATION OF
MODEL APPLICATION
PT6A-140
Compliance: CATEGORY 6, 3
Summary: Smoke after engine shut down can occur because oil may drip from No. 3 bearing
and exit from the exhaust duct drain hole. Replace the single port turbine exhaust
duct assembly with one that has no drain hole.
Mar 05/2014 PT6A-72-1737

Cover Sheet
given to:
Quebec J4G 1A1.
Canadian ECL(s)*
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1737
TURBOPROP ENGINE
A. Effectivity
PT6A-140 Engines which are before and include Serial No. PCE-VA0130.
None.
C. Reason
(1) Problem
Smoke after engine shut down can occur.
(2) Cause
Oil may drip from No. 3 bearing and exit from the exhaust duct drain hole.
(3) Solution
Replace the single port turbine exhaust duct assembly with one that has no drain
hole.
D. Description
Replace the single port turbine exhaust duct assembly with the new or modified one.
E. Compliance
For operators not experiencing oil dripping from exhaust duct drain hole:
CATEGORY 6 - P&WC recommends to do this service bulletin when the subassembly

(i.e. module, accessories, components, or build groups) is disassembled
and access is available to the necessary part. Do all spare
subassemblies.
For operators experiencing oil dripping from exhaust duct drain hole:
CATEGORY 3 - P&WC recommends to do this service bulletin at next maintenance

opportunity or at a maintenance base that can do the procedures.
NOTE: This maintenance procedure can be done on wing.
F. Approval
P&WC No. E7693C

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G. Manpower
None.
Not changed.
Not applicable.
K. References
PWA Overhaul Standard Practices Manual P/N 585005
P&WC Consumable Materials List P/N 3043340
CIR P/N 3075741
Not applicable.
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Est. Unit
List Price
($US, Instructions
3079743-01 Duct, Turbine Exhaust, 3076239-01 1 (A)(B)
Single Port Assembly
3079755-01 Duct, Turbine Exhaust, 3076239-01 1 Rwk (A)(C)
Single Port Assembly
(B) Discard the part if it is unserviceable. Return a serviceable part to stock.
(C) To get the new part it is necessary to make a modification to the old part.
OLD P/N NEW P/N

3076239-01 3079755-01
Not applicable.
with the maintenance or overhaul manual instructions as follows:
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v Ref. MM 72-50-05 EXHAUST DUCT - MAINTENANCE PRACTICES.

v Ref. OHM 72-01-00 POWER SECTION - DISASSEMBLY.
B. Do the modification of the existing turbine exhaust duct P/N 3076239-01 as follows (Ref.
Fig. 1):
(1) Prior to doing a weld, a peel test must be performed as follows:
(a) The shim stock is spot welded on a thicker piece of metal of same alloy as the
exhaust case, i.e. AMS5540. The following settings must be used: single pulse,
polarity set to negative, upslope on, short duration welding and maximum
100 watt/second. A first spot weld is made, then one additional spot weld on
each side of the first spot, at a distance similar to the distance used between the
spots on the actual patch. These two last spots are tested in peel. A peel test
resulting in a button pull-out feature is considered acceptable.
(b) After an acceptable test, no change to the machine settings, electrode holder
force or electrode dressing is permitted prior to installing the actual patch
piece. The same operator performing the peel test must perform the work on
the exhaust case.
(2) Clean the area to repair per SPOP 209 (Task 70-21-00-110-041).
(3) Use (PWC05-311) shim stock (0.008 In. thickness) of approximately 0.375 ± 0.030
In. square.
(4) Adjust shim stock to conform to local exhaust case profile. Center shim stock over
exhaust case drain hole to completely cover the hole.
CAUTION: CLAMP GROUND FOR SPOT WELDING PROCESS TO THE EXHAUST
CASE SIDE OF FLANGE A AT THE BOTTOM DEAD CENTER, INLINE
WITH THE REPAIRED AREA. GROUND MUST BE IN CONTACT WITH
EXHAUST CASE. INCORRECT GROUNDING COULD CAUSE
DAMAGE TO BEARINGS AND/OR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.
(5) Resistance (seam or stitch) weld the shim stock to the exhaust case per PWA 15
(Task 70-42-02-310-007).
NOTE: 1. No heat treatment required after welding.
NOTE: 2. The indentation must be 15 percent of the shim thickness and of the part
thickness or 0.005 in. deep maximum whichever is more.
(6) Examine the repaired area for cracks per SPOP 62 (Task 70-33-00-230-001).
NOTE: For local FPI refer to SPOP 70.
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SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1737
TURBOPROP ENGINE
WARNING: USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN YOU WRITE WITH THE VIBRATION
PEENING PROCEDURE.
C. Put a line across the old part number. Use the vibration peening procedure, 0.003 to
0.006 in. (0.08-0.15 mm) deep, and write the new part number in the same general
area.
D. Install the parts listed under New P/N in Para. 2.C., Material Information, in accordance
with the maintenance or overhaul manual instructions as follows:
v Ref. MM 72-50-05 EXHAUST DUCT - MAINTENANCE PRACTICES.

v Ref. OHM 72-01-00 POWER SECTION - ASSEMBLY.
E. Write accomplishment of P&WC S.B. No. 1737 in the applicable engine module log
book.
4. Appendix
Not applicable.
Page 5 of 6
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1737
TURBOPROP ENGINE
0.100
0.020 PWA−15
(REF.)
B
30°
(REF.)
SECTION A−A VIEW B
C224086
Single Port Turbine Exhaust Duct - Rework

Figure 1
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Caravan SERVICE LETTER

SERVICE INFORMATION LETTER

Applicability All PT6A, B, C & T’s Engines

Reference Overhaul Manual, Compressor Turbine Cleaning Section

PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA Corp.

This Service Information Letter is valid until superseded by revision or cancellation

PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA CORP.

BULLETIN INDEX LOCATOR

Jul 25/1989 PT6A-72-1447

Export Control Classification

P&WC S.B. No. 1447R4

REVISION TRANSMITTAL SHEET

SUMMARY: This revision is issued to:

v add new bulletin index locator 72-11-00.

EFFECT OF REVISION ON PRIOR ACCOMPLISHMENT:

The existing tachometer drive bevel gearshaft assembly is modified by installing a

1. Planning Information (Cont’d)

H. Weight and Balance

I. Electrical Load Data

J. Software Accomplishment Summary

1. Planning Information (Cont’d)

P&WC Part Digest No. 3113

M. Interchangeability and Intermixability of Parts

Interchangeability - Refer to Para. 2.C.

Intermixability - Not changed.

A. Industry Support Information

B. Material - Cost and Availability

The new parts are available.

C. Material Necessary for Each Engine

The quantity of materials listed in this section is on a per Engine basis.

The following list of parts can be reworked:

OLD P/N NEW P/N

E. Tooling - Price and Availability

3. Accomplishment Instructions (Cont’d)

v Ref. OHM PART 5 DISASSEMBLY - FRONT ACCESSORY DRIVES (For Engines

C. Magnetic particle inspect in accordance with instructions in applicable overhaul manual.

D. Chamfer new insert P/N 3102469-02 (Ref. View A).

G. Install and stake two new pins P/N MS9486-04.

CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE REMAINING ELECTROLYTE (ETCH SOLUTION) IS

v Ref. OHM PART 11 ASSEMBLY - FRONT ACCESSORY DRIVES - END-FLOAT

3. Accomplishment Instructions (Cont’d)

v Ref. OHM 72-11-00 REDUCTION GEARBOX - SUB-ASSY (For PT6A-140 Engines).

THIS DIAMETER MUST BE

Modification of Tachometer Bevel Gearshaft Assembly

BULLETIN INDEX LOCATOR

Compliance: Refer to Para. 1.E. in the Service Bulletin

Oct 29/2001 PT6A-72-1703

Export Control Classification

P&WC S.B. No. 1703R10

REVISION TRANSMITTAL SHEET

SUMMARY: This service bulletin is revised to:

EFFECT OF REVISION ON PRIOR ACCOMPLISHMENT:

This service bulletin:

v Provides a recommended basic operating TBO;

v Average flight duration;

P&WC No. DCR4515, DCR7112, DCR16112, DCR21723, DCR24279, DCR24761

1. Planning Information (Cont’d)