FAAFinal Rule

Airworthiness Directives: GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. (Type Certificate Previously Held by WALTER Engines a.s., Walter a.s., and MOTORLET a.s.) Engines

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Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration is issuing safety requirements for certain aircraft engines made by GE Aviation Czech (formerly made by Walter and Motorlet companies) to ensure they remain safe to fly. These directives require aircraft owners and operators to inspect and potentially repair these engines to prevent failures that could affect flight safety.

Key Points

  • 1This rule applies to specific aircraft engines currently made by GE Aviation Czech that were previously manufactured by Walter Engines and Motorlet
  • 2Aircraft operators must comply with inspection and maintenance requirements to keep these engines in safe working condition
  • 3The FAA determined these safety measures are necessary to prevent potential engine failures during flight
  • 4Airlines and aircraft owners using these engines will need to follow new procedures and possibly perform repairs or modifications
  • 5This is a mandatory safety directive that applies to all aircraft in the U.S. using these particular engine types

Impact Assessment

If you are an aircraft operator or owner, this means you must inspect and potentially repair GE Aviation Czech engines on your aircraft to maintain airworthiness compliance and flight safety.

Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Significant

Who is Affected
ManufacturersTransportation CompaniesWorkers/Laborers

Key Dates

Published

September 16, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
14 CFR Part 3914 CFR Part 2314 CFR Part 25

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.