Originally Posted by
jayemm
Our engine will soon be close to the 12 years limit but well under the 2,000 hours. Can someone clarify the regs or rules on this?
I believe it used to be a case of whichever limit arrives the soonest but I heard a rumour that the years limit was relaxed.
Thanks
It all comes down to how much loot you want to spend. Nicholson Maclaren advised me that my Bulldog Lycoming (then running on condition as it was 12.5 years from last overhaul) was not suitable for overhaul. I went for a factory rebuild; not much more expensive but future proof, more modern, more economical and smoother. But you can run 'on condition' for years. Just remember, no lay-bys in the sky with an RAC van waiting to tow you home.