Lycoming Engines has extended the Time Between Overhaul (TBO) to 2,600 hours for a broad range of factory new and factory rebuilt engines.
Through the release of Service Instruction 1009BF, the new 2,600-hour TBO applies to multiple engine families, including the O-320, IO-320, O-360, IO-360, IO-390, O-540, and IO-540 series, “when operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable Lycoming technical publications and FAA airworthiness requirements,” Lycoming officials stated.
Benefits include:
- Lower operating costs: The 2,600-hour interval reduces overhaul frequency, delivering cost savings over the engine’s service life.
- Greater aircraft availability: The added 600 hours supports increased fleet utilization for training, private, and commercial operators, while the move adds 400 hours to the previous base TBO on fixed wing aircraft and 300 hours on rotorcraft.
For more information: Lycoming.com/2600
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