New Rotax 914 Service Instruction!

Rotax increases the ignition check ("Mag Drop") limitations for the type 914 (Series) engines.

SI-914-034
Ignition check for ROTAX® Engine Type 914 (Series)

What's this about?

ROTAX® has issued a NEW Service Instruction for 914 (series) engines. Effective immediately, the ignition check ("Mag Drop") limits found on Page 3-9 of the current 914 Operators Manual have increased from 300/115 to 500/150. This update will be incorporated into the next revision of the 914 Operators Manual.

How does this affect me?

If your aircraft is equipped with a ROTAX® 914 (Series)aircraft engine, you should familiarize yourself and/or have your aircraft maintenance provider become familiar with the contents of this document.

What do I do about it?

Download and review this Service Instruction. If you own or operate a ROTAX 914(series) engine make sure you update your documentation to include this new specification change. Ensure that everyone who operates your ROTAX® 914 (Series) engine is aware of this new ignition check ("mag drop") specification change!

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