SB1803R7

PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA
SERVICE BULLETIN
P&WC S.B. No. 1803R7
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TURBOPROP ENGINE
OPERATING TIME BETWEEN OVERHAULS AND HOT SECTION INSPECTION FREQUENCY
MODEL APPLICATION
PT6A-6/C20, PT6A-20, PT6A-20A, PT6A-20B, PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-135,
PT6A-135A
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. Pratt & Whitney Canada (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-72-1803

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REVISION TRANSMITTAL SHEET

TURBOPROP ENGINE MODEL PT6A
SUBJECT: Pratt & Whitney Canada Service Bulletin No. PT6A-72-1803, Rev. No. 7, dated Apr
03/2024 (P&WC S.B. No. 1803R7) OPERATING TIME BETWEEN OVERHAULS AND
HOT SECTION INSPECTION FREQUENCY
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superseded copy.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 service bulletin is revised to;
v revise the description Para 1.D(1) to add My P&WC Power,

v revise Para 3.A.(3)
v add a new Para 3.A (4),
v revise Para 3.B.(2) to remove references to revisions,
v appendix Para A.(8) added,
v appendix Para D.(5) (d) revised,
v TBO sample request form deleted, refer to SIL PT6A-041,
v Fleet Information Form deleted, refer to SIL PT6A-041,
v appendix Para D.(5) (e) revised,
v appendix Para D.(5) (e) notes 2 and 3 revised,
v appendix E.(b) revised
.
EFFECT OF REVISION ON PRIOR ACCOMPLISHMENT:

None.
NOTE: A black bar in the left margin indicates a change in that line of text or figure.
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REVISION HISTORY:
Original Issue: Oct 29/2001
Revision No. 1: Nov 13/2001
Revision No. 2: Jun 02/2008
Revision No. 3: May 09/2013
Revision No. 4: Aug 16/2013
Revision No. 5: Sep 04/2013
Revision No. 6: Nov 05/2015
Revision No. 7: Apr 03/2024
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1. Planning Information
A. Effectivity
PT6A-6/C20 Engines.
PT6A-20 Engines.
PT6A-20A Engines.
PT6A-20B Engines.
PT6A-21 Engines.
PT6A-27 Engines.
PT6A-28 Engines.
PT6A-135 Engines.
PT6A-135A Engines.
NOTE: This service bulletin supersedes P&WC S.B. No. 1003 for the models listed.
B. Concurrent Requirements
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).
v My P&WC Power is the Online customer service portal and is the tool used to
submit TBO application requests and Annual Reports to P&WC.
(2) TBO recommendations take into consideration the average effect of the many
variables affecting overhaul life, such as:
P&WC No. DCR22094, DCR24280, DCR24761, DCR28972, DCR33768, EC-0008444, EC-0079954

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1. Planning Information (Cont’d)
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.
(3) Under extreme conditions of very low utilization coupled with continuous operation
in agricultural spraying, Skydiving, fire fighting, 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.
(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 Para. 3.B. Accomplishment Instructions.
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 authority.
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.
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1. Planning Information (Cont’d)
G. Manpower
Not applicable.
H. Weight and Balance
None.
I. Electrical Load Data
Not changed.
J. Software Accomplishment Summary
Not applicable.
K. References
Applicable PT6A Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)
Service Information Letter No. GEN-055
Service Information Letter No. PT6A-107 and PT6A-041
P&WC S.B. No. 1002, 1396, 1404, 1470, 1561, 1581
L. Publications Affected
None.
M. Interchangeability and Intermixability of Parts
Not applicable.
2. Material Information
A. Industry Support Information
Not applicable.
B. Material - Cost and Availability
Not applicable.
C. Material Necessary for Each Engine
Not applicable.
D. Reidentified Parts
None.
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2. Material Information (Cont’d)
E. Tooling - Price and Availability
Not applicable.
3. Accomplishment Instructions
A. Basic Time Between Overhaul (TBO) Recommendations:

(1) The basic industry TBO is 3600 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. However, time limit may apply to specific components, refer to the
periodic inspection table in the Maintenance Manual.
(4) Engines that are operated to the basic industry TBO and are transferring to a fleet
extended TBO interval, may use the pro-rating formula in paragraph (Appendix.13).
(5) Rotor component life limitations outlined in the latest revision of P&WC P&WC S.B.
No. 1002 override TBO considerations.
(6) 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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3. Accomplishment Instructions (Cont’d)
(7) 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.
(8) For the PT6A-135 and PT6A-135A:

Power turbine blades P/N 3027002 marked with heat code H-155 or H-156 must be
discarded at customer’s convenience, but not later than next engine overhaul.
(9) 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.
(10) For PT6A-27 engines, the compressor turbine blades P/N 3120011-01 cannot be
stretch measured per the overhaul manual. The life limit of these blades is 5,000
hours.
(11) For engines Pre-SB1404:

First-stage reduction planet gear bearings must be replaced at each and every
overhaul, or 8,000 hours, whichever occurs first.
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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.1803, 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 extended.
(2) The scheduled HSI interval is 1800 hours.
(3) An additional 50 flight hours or 30 days is available for maintenance scheduling

purposes, conditional on the following:
(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;
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(c) The maintenance scheduling hours do not modify the engine’s base HSI
interval;
(4) Alternatively, the HSI frequency may be based on Engine Condition Trend
Monitoring in accordance with the Service Information Letter (SIL) Gen-055
Guidelines and Standards for Utilizing the Engine Condition Trend Monitoring
(ECTMT) subject to local Airworthiness Authority approval.
(5) 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 extensions Recommendations:
(1) A TBO extension recommendation from P&WC is based on both the operator’s
procedures and experience and on P&WCs experience. P&WCs 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.
(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&WCs 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. (11) and E. (9)),
as applicable.
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4. Appendix (Cont’d)
(5) Recommendations for extension are subject to limitations including the maximum
numbers of years between overhauls (Ref. Appendix Para. D. (2) and E. (3)).
(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.
(8) Rotor component life limitations outlined in the latest revision of SB 1002 override
any TBO considerations.
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 time 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).
(4) Total hours since new for the components that follow:
v The mainline ball bearings (bearings No. 1 and No. 4),

v The compressor turbine blades,
v The power turbine blades,
v The first stage sun gear, 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, 8 and 9) for additional requirements related to
compressor turbine blade inspection times.
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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 SBs that are incorporated in each engine. In particular, the
following are considered especially valuable for operators on extended TBO:
P&WC S.B. No. 1316 Fuel Pump Coupling

P&WC S.B. No. 1348 CT Vane Ring
P&WC S.B. No. 1397 Planet Gear Filters
P&WC S.B. No. 1404 Bronze Bushings
P&WC S.B. No. 1416 Reversing Lever Guide Pin Bracket
P&WC S.B. No. 1427 PT Containment Ring
P&WC S.B. No. 1430 Exhaust Duct & #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. 1492 FCU Actuating Lever
P&WC S.B. No. 1506 or 1659 Oil Filler Tube with Ball Valve
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NOTE: For accessories, refer to Table 3 in Appendix Para. D.
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, based on the evaluation of the
condition of the hardware from engines sent for overhaul. 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:
(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 for single-engine applications

10,000 hrs for twin-engine applications
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Calendar Limit: Engines may operate at the extended TBO for a maximum
period of 12 years since new or since overhaul, 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 (see Note). Also, all the SBs 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, 8 and 9) 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 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).
(d) The operator must complete the Option A TBO Evaluation Sample Request
form and the Fleet Data List within My P&WC Power portal (ref. SIL PT6A-041)
or submit forms to their P&WC Service Centre or Designated Overhaul Facility
(DOF).
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(e) The sample engine must be sent to a P&WC service center or DOF for the
TBO. 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 Service
Centre or P&WC DOF will provide the two (2) TBO Evaluation Reports to P&WC
(Ref SIL PT6A-041) or submit the TBO Evaluation Package to P&WC by
email. 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. For additional information, queries or to send supporting information

to P&WC, please email to pt6atboevaluation@pwc.ca
NOTE: 3. Refer to P&WC SIL PT6A-041 for further information regarding the
TBO evaluation process, My P&WC Power portal or to access the
respective forms.
(f) 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.
(g) The extended TBO can apply to other eligible engines in the operator’s fleet
covered by the same TBO SB. Refer to Table 1.
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TABLE 1, Eligible Engines (Fleet)
Sample Submitted was operated on a

Single engine application: Recommendation Applies to:
PT6A-20 or PT6A-20A PT6A-20, PT6A-20A on Single or Twin engine

Installations
PT6A-21
PT6A-27 PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-135,

PT6A-135A on Single or Twin engine
PT6A-28 Installations
PT6A-135 or PT6A-135A
Sample Submitted was operated on a Recommendation Applies to:

Twin engine application:
PT6A-20 or PT6A-20A PT6A-20, PT6A-20A on Twin engine

Installations
PT6A-21
PT6A-27 PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-135,

PT6A-28 PT6A-135A on Twin engine Installations
PT6A-135 or PT6A-135A
(6) Extended TBO intervals for engines which were added to the fleet from another
operator are subject to the pro-rating formula in Para. (11)). This formula must be
used again when a fleet TBO extension is granted (Ref. Para. (11), Example 2).
(7) The TBO extension process can be repeated when the next engine reaches the
new escalated TBO interval.
(8) Certain circumstances can warrant a higher TBO increase increment. These will be
reviewed on a case by case basis upon written request.
(9) 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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(10) The TBO escalation recommendation is subject to the approval of the operators
local Airworthiness Authority.
(11) Transfer of Fleet TBO Extension Recommendations

Fleet TBO extensions are valid only as long as the operator, the Maintenance
Organisation (M.O.) and the typical mission remain unchanged. In order to transfer
the P&WC Option A Fleet TBO interval recommendation between operators, a
request is to be submitted through My P&WC Power portal (refer SIL PT6A-041).
(12) The following conditions apply for P&WC to transfer the engine to a new M.O., a
new operator, or a new application (typical mission).
NOTE: If an operator chooses a new M.O. that already supports operators who
have approval for engines covered by this SB and to the same or higher
TBO, no action is required.
(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 the engine is currently running to a one
time 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.
E. Option B - Engine Specific Extension by Evaluation of Configuration, Condition and

Operation
(1) General
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(a) 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 Para. 4.B.(3).
(b) Application Procedure - To apply for a TBO recommendation for an engine per
this program, the operator must complete the Option B Operator Qualification
Application & Checklist and the Option B Engine Qualification Application &
Checklist, within My P&WC Power portal (Ref SIL PT6A-041), or submit
forms to their P&WC Field Support Manager. There are two (2) approaches to
signing off the requirements within these forms:
1 The list may be completed by a qualified Part 145, Part 135, or Part 121
Inspector or equivalent, who must sign off each item.
2 The list may be completed by other operator personnel and submitted to

the local P&WC FSM for review and approval.
3 Following completion of these sign-off requirements, the checklists may be

uploaded via My P&WC Power portal.
(2) 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 FSM.
(3) Time Limits
Overhaul: 6,000 hrs or 12 years, whichever comes first, since new or

since overhaul as applicable.
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3,000 hrs or 6 years, which ever comes first, since mid-life

inspection (Ref. Appendix Para. 4.E. (6)).
HSI: May be part of the mid-life inspection (Ref. Appendix Para.
4.E.(6)), or per ECTM or disk/blade life expiry requirement. If
per ECTMT, perform at least once in a 5,000 hour period.
(4) 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
Application & Checklist within My P&WC Power portal (ref. SIL PT6A-041),
or submit forms to their P&WC Field Support Manager.
(5) 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 the CT
blades (Ref. Para 3.A (7,8 and 9), 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 Service Information Letter (SIL) GEN-055.
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(d) The operator/M.O. must also complete the Option B Engine Qualification
Application & Checklist within My P&WC Power portal (Ref. SIL PT6A-041), or
submit forms to their P&WC Field Support Manager.
(6) Application Procedure:

To apply for a TBO extension recommendation for an engine per this program,
submit request through My P&WC Power and refer to SIL PT6A-041
(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 current TBO
interval (Ref. Note 3). Requirements need not be carried out concurrently, and
the HSI portion may be scheduled per the Appendix, Para. 4.E.(3). When scheduling
this inspection, operators must also consider other limitations such as the time
limits, 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 center 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).
(c) Do the CT disc assembly overhaul level inspection (Ref. Para. 3.A, (8).) at this
time. An overtemperature exposure check per the overhaul manual (72-50-02,
Light Overhaul, Overtemperature, Category B (All Conditions Other than
Starting)) is also recommended, especially for single-engine applications.
(d) Inspect the power turbine per the maintenance manual. Blades must show no
or minimal sulphidation (stage 1).
(e) Make sure the compressor is free of corrosion.
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(f) Repair compressor foreign object damage (FOD).
(g) Inspect the AGB starter generator drive pad splines for wear.
(h) 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.
(i) 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).
(j) Perform all oil system checks, for example:
v MOP setting;
v Torquemeter functional check.
(k) Accessories require inspection per Appendix Table 2.
NOTE: If the complete engine is inducted to a P&WC Service Centre or DOF

for mid-life inspection, an engine test cell run will satisfy the Shop
Functionality Check requirements. Other concurrent requirements must
be performed per Appendix, Table 1.
(l) Inspect all controls, linkages, leads and connectors for chafing, corrosion,
cracks. Do all controls adjustments and checks specified in the maintenance
manual (71-00-00, Power Plant - Adjustment/Test).
(m) Check the temperature indicating system, including the T1 probe trim
resistance.
(n) Check the calibration of all engine related instrumentation (ITT, Tq, Ng, Np).
Refer to the applicable Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM).
(o) Engine performance after this inspection must meet the aircraft power
assurance requirements with a minimum of 20°C (36°F) ITT margin and 200 rpm
Ng margin.
NOTE: A lower temperature margin can be acceptable for the PT6A-20 and
PT6A-21 series engines if approved by the facility/representative that
does the mid-life inspection.
(8) Operation and maintenance requirements after registration in the program.
Maintain the engine per the engine and/or aircraft maintenance manual. In addition,
an approved maintenance plan will include the items that follow:
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(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. Refer to the 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. Do a borescope inspection of the hot section
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.
(d) Inspect the compressor first stage blades for FOD at an interval not more than
500 hours or one year and blend per the maintenance manual.
(e) Do all control adjustments and checks annually per the maintenance manual
(71-00-00, Power Plant - Adjustment/Test).
(f) Balance the propeller per the aircraft maintenance manual or the propeller
Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) at an interval not more than 1,000
hrs or one year.
(g) Check the calibration of all engine related instrumentation at intervals not more
1,000 hrs or one year per the aircraft maintenance manual. (ITT, Tq, Ng).
(h) The operator will supply an Option B Annual Report to P&WC through My
P&WC Power portal (refer SIL PT6A-041). A copy of this report is to be
supplied to their Local Airworthiness Authority.
(i) At the next scheduled overhaul event, perform a review of continued applicability.
Operator/M.O. is to review and ensure compliance with the latest version of
this SB. Contact P&WC FSM if assistance is required or to request a new
recommendation letter for the subsequent TBO interval.
(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. Para. 4.E.(2)).
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(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.
(a) In order to transfer the P&WC Option B Engine Specific TBO recommendation,
a request is to be submitted through My P&WC Power portal (refer SIL
PT6A-041).
F. Transfer from one TBO Extension Option to the Other
(1) Operators that have extended their fleet TBO per Option A, 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 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.
(b) The recommendation will apply to engines in the fleet that meet requirements
per Option B. Refer to 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. Requirements for Accessories
NOTE: Refer to the service bulletin for engine model applicability.
TABLE 2, Accessories Option B
Recom-
mended
System Configuration Mid-Life Requirement
Accessory (See Note) (Option B only) Other Requirements
Propeller SB1470 Shop Functionality
Governor Check
Fuel Heater Shop Functionality
Check Replace element
packings
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TABLE 2, Accessories Option B (Cont’d)
Recom-
mended
System Configuration Mid-Life Requirement
Accessory (See Note) (Option B only) Other Requirements
Fuel Pump Shop Functionality
Check Replace Pump
to FCU coupling
Fuel Control Unit SB1561 Drivebody Inspection Ref. EMM (Chap. 72-00-00,
(driveshaft bearing Table 601)
replacement, clean
pneumatic section and
recalibrate)
T2 Compensator Clean pneumatic Do an inspection per EMM.
section and re-calibrate
Start Control Shop Functionality
Check
Flow Divider Shop Functionality
Check
Automatic Fuel Shop Functionality
Dump Valve Check
Fuel Nozzles SB1396 Overhaul (Except for
nozzles on an
exchange program)
Governor Free Shop Functionality
Turbine Check
Bleed Off Valve SB1581 Replace diaphragm, Inspect per the MM annually
clean and re-calibrate
T5 Harness Inspect per MM
T5 Inspect per MM
Thermocouple
T1 Inspect per MM
Thermocouple
NOTE: Incorporate at the next overhaul for engines under Option A and at
program induction for engines under Option B.
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PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA

BULLETIN INDEX LOCATOR

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

Oct 29/2001 PT6A-72-1803

P&WC S.B. No. 1803R7

REVISION TRANSMITTAL SHEET

SUMMARY: This service bulletin is revised to;

v revise the description Para 1.D(1) to add My P&WC Power,

EFFECT OF REVISION ON PRIOR ACCOMPLISHMENT:

This service bulletin:

v Provides a recommended basic operating TBO;

P&WC No. DCR22094, DCR24280, DCR24761, DCR28972, DCR33768, EC-0008444, EC-0079954

1. Planning Information (Cont’d)

v average flight duration;

1. Planning Information (Cont’d)

A. Industry Support Information

2. Material Information (Cont’d)

E. Tooling - Price and Availability

A. Basic Time Between Overhaul (TBO) Recommendations:

(e) The engine is used in a civil application;

3. Accomplishment Instructions (Cont’d)

(8) For the PT6A-135 and PT6A-135A:

(11) For engines Pre-SB1404:

3. Accomplishment Instructions (Cont’d)

B. TBO Extension Recommendations:

(a) Option A - Fleet TBO Extension:

(b) Option B - Engine-Specific TBO Extension:

v P&WC No longer endorses on-condition TBO programs on the PT6A engine

C. Hot Section Inspection (HSI) Frequency Recommendations:

(2) The scheduled HSI interval is 1800 hours.

(3) An additional 50 flight hours or 30 days is available for maintenance scheduling

3. Accomplishment Instructions (Cont’d)

B. Assembly and Component Records

(2) Accessories time since new or since last overhaul;

v The mainline ball bearings (bearings No. 1 and No. 4),

P&WC S.B. No. 1316 Fuel Pump Coupling

(a) Accuracy of maintenance records.

(b) Reported condition of hardware at previous maintenance intervals.

(c) Local regulatory endorsement of operator adherence to OEM recommended

TBO Limit: 8,000 hrs for single-engine applications

(5) Requirements applicable to the sample(s):

NOTE: 1. When shipping an engine to a P&WC service center or DOF as a

NOTE: 2. For additional information, queries or to send supporting information

TABLE 1, Eligible Engines (Fleet)

Sample Submitted was operated on a

PT6A-20 or PT6A-20A PT6A-20, PT6A-20A on Single or Twin engine

PT6A-27 PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-135,

Sample Submitted was operated on a Recommendation Applies to:

PT6A-20 or PT6A-20A PT6A-20, PT6A-20A on Twin engine

PT6A-27 PT6A-21, PT6A-27, PT6A-28, PT6A-135,

(11) Transfer of Fleet TBO Extension Recommendations

Example 1: An aircraft is transferred (by sale or lease) between two

Y = 8,000 - 6,000 = 2,000 hours.

Time remaining to overhaul on the new program:

X = 2,000 * 5,000/8,000 = 1,250 hours

Example 2: An operator obtains a recommendation from P&WC for a

Y = 8,000 - 6,000 = 2,000 hours.

Time remaining to overhaul on the new program:

X = 2,000 * 5,500/8,000 = 1,375 hours

E. Option B - Engine Specific Extension by Evaluation of Configuration, Condition and