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Old 8th Feb 2017, 18:29
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EDLB
 
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With metal chips in the oil, as avherald mentioned, it is unlikely that Swiss or the engine manufacturer would risk an on site repair of parts of the engine.
The engine swap has far less risk, compared to a possible seizure if you fly out an engine with metal chip remains in the oil.
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