>>>Brian Kelley said:
> I believe every critical component in an aircraft engine has a rated
> service life, as required by the FAA. When you reach it, you throw it
> away.
>
> Check the factory manuals or ask a Real aircraft mechanic. He should
> know and I would switch mechanics if he didn't.
The bible is AC 43.13, "Acceptable Methods, Techniques and Practices: Aircraft
Inspection, Repair and Alterations.", published by the FAA and available at
the pilot shops at most small airports or by mail order from the likes of
SPorty's (1-800-LIFTOFF).
--berry
Berry Kercheval :: kerch@parc.xerox.com :: Xerox Palo Alto Research Center
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