SERVICE BULLETIN
SOCATA TBM 900 · Service Bulletins
Overview
This service bulletin provides instructions for modifying the GTX 33 configuration for ADS-B OUT on specific TBM aircraft models. It addresses an issue with incorrect settings and outlines the necessary steps for correction.
- Applicable to TBM 850 and TBM 900 aircraft within specified serial number ranges.
- Focuses on correcting the ADS-B OUT function settings.
- Modification involves changing the 'SOURCE INTEGRITY' parameter.
- Warranty covers parts and labor for the modification.
- Standard maintenance tools are required for the procedure.
- Completion of the bulletin requires proper documentation.
- Operators must comply with the instructions to avoid risks.
Document
Source
Originally published by mytbm.aero. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type ·
- Service Bulletins
- Year ·
- 2015
- File size ·
- 366 KB
- Publisher ·
- mytbm.aero
- Language ·
- fr
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Aircraft width m ·
- ± 23
- Aircraft length m ·
- ± 15
Performance
- Surveil integrity ·
- < 1x10^ - 7 ERR/HR FLT
What is the SERVICE BULLETIN?
The SERVICE BULLETIN is a service bulletins for the SOCATA TBM 900, dated 2015.
Where does the SERVICE BULLETIN come from?
This copy of the SERVICE BULLETIN was originally published by mytbm.aero and is hosted on Sprinkle as a free, searchable reference copy.
What year was the SERVICE BULLETIN published?
The SERVICE BULLETIN — the SOCATA TBM 900 service bulletins on file — is dated 2015.
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In this document
Purpose
Addresses the problem of incorrect ADS-B OUT settings and provides a solution through parameter modification.
Description of Accomplishment Instructions
Details the step-by-step process for modifying the transponder settings, including necessary configurations and checks.
Updating of the Aircraft Documentation
Instructs operators to make a maintenance record entry upon completion of the service bulletin.
Warranty
States that parts and manhours will be covered under warranty for the modification.
Tools
Lists standard aeronautical maintenance station tools as required for the modification.
Safety Warning
Emphasizes the importance of compliance with the service bulletin instructions.
Safety notes
- Operations must be accomplished by authorized personnel.
- Failure to comply with the service bulletin may result in risks.
- Refer to the GARMIN G1000 Line Maintenance Manual for additional guidance.
Full document text
Page 1 / 4 APR 15 Rev. X --- DAT XX SUBJECT : GTX 33 CONFIGURATION ADS-B OUT REFERENCE : MODIFICATION No. MOD70---0264---34 EFFECTIVITY : Aircraft TBM 850 S/N 434 to S/N 684 equipped with MOD70---0264---34 “MODE S TRANSPONDER WITH EXTENDED SQUITTER” and MOD70---0383---00 Version C “GARMIN G1000 GDU SOFTWARE VERSION 14.02” loaded at the factory or loaded through the application of SB70---215---34. Aircraft TBM 900 S/N 1000 to S/N 1050, plus S/N 687 equipped with MOD70---0264---34 “MODE S TRANSPONDER WITH EXTENDED SQUITTER” and MOD70---0383---00 Version B “GARMIN G1000 GDU SOFTWARE VERSION 14.02” loaded at the factory or loaded through the application of SB70---216---34. NOTE : For the other aircraft, the modification MOD70 ---0264 ---34 is applied at the factory. PURPOSE : A. PROBLEM Incorrect setting of ADS---B OUT function. B. REASON Error in the system setting. C. SOLUTION “SOURCE INTEGRITY” parameter modification. DESCRIPTION : Modification of transponder source integrity parameter. APPLICATION : At user’s convenience. WARRANTY : Parts and Manhours will be covered under warranty regardless of the warranty status of the aircraft. This campaign will end 1 year and 1 month after the SB issuance reference date. CONSUMABLE MATERIAL or OTHER PRODUCTS (Local purchase) : --- Not applicable TOOLS : --- Standard aeronautical maintenance station tools MANPOWER : --- 1 aeronautical mechanic : 1 hour TECHNICAL INCIDENCES : --- Not applicable SERVICE BULLETIN TBM AIRCRAFT RECOMMENDED The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of DOA No. EASA.21J.013 SB 70-- 225 REVISION 1 34 ATA No. SOCATA SAS Direction des Services TELEPHONE : 33 (0)5 62.41.73.00 65921 TARBES CEDEX 9 TELEFAX : 33 (0)5 62.41.76.54 FRANCE SERVICE BULLETIN TBM AIRCRAFT RECOMMENDED The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of DOA No. EASA.21J.013 SB 70-- 225 REVISION 1 34 ATA No. Page 2 / 4 APR 15 Rev. X --- DAT XX DESCRIPTION OF ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS : NOTE : Operations required in this Service Bulletin must be accomplished by persons authorized by their Airworthiness Authorities and according to the procedure described hereafter. NOTE : Refer to in force technical documentation GARMIN “G1000 Line Maintenance Manual” (LMM) P/N 190-00871-00 (rev P and above). 1) Make sure the “SOURCE” and “AP TRIMS” selectors are set to “OFF”, and the crash lever is down. Aircraft from S/N 434 to 684 2) Make sure the “AVIONICS MASTER” selector is set to “OFF”. All 3) Connect the ground power unit – refer to Chapter 24–40–00 of the Maintenance Manual. 4) ON PL1 panel, pull “PFD1”, “PFD2” and “MFD” circuit breakers. 5) Set “SOURCE” selector to “GPU”. Aircraft from S/N 434 to 684 6) Set “AVIONICS MASTER” selector to “ON”. All 7) Set “AP TRIMS” selector to “ON”. 8) Successively start “PFD1”, “PFD2” and “MFD” screens in configuration mode. NOTE : To start “PFD” in configuration mode, press and hold “ENT” softkey and close corresponding circuit breaker. To start “MFD” press and hold softkey 12 and close corresponding circuit breaker. Release softkey when “INITIALIZING SYSTEM” message appears on the screen. 9) On PFD1, select the “GTX” page group, then select the “TRANSPONDER CONFIGURATION” page and note recorded configuration parameters on Table 1 (XPDR#1 and, if installed, XPDR#2). Aircraft equipped with a second transponder MOD70---0176---00 --- Version E 10) Select “GIA” page group and then select the “SERIAL CONFIGURATION” page. 11) Using FMS knob, select GIA2. 12) Set the GIA2/RS---232/CHNL 5 input and output to OFF. All 13) Select “GTX” page group, and then select the “TRANSPONDER CONFIGURATION” page. 14) Replace the “SOURCE INTEGRITY” value 1x10^---5 ERR/HR FLT by the value 1x10^---7 ERR/HR FLT SERVICE BULLETIN TBM AIRCRAFT RECOMMENDED The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of DOA No. EASA.21J.013 SB 70-- 225 REVISION 1 34 ATA No. Page 3 / 4 APR 15 Rev. X --- DAT XX Aircraft equipped with a second transponder MOD70---0176---00 --- Version E 15) Select “GIA” page group and then select the “SERIAL CONFIGURATION” page. 16) Using FMS knob, select GIA2. 17) Set the GIA2/RS---232/CHNL 5 input and output to “GTX33 #2 w/TIS”. All 18) Select “GTX” page group, and then select the “TRANSPONDER CONFIGURATION” page. 19) In accordance with Table 1 and Table 2, check transponder configuration parameters. 20) Select “SYSTEM” page group, then go to “AIRCRAFT CONFIGURATION” and check that “GTX 1” and, if installed, “GTX 2” are marked with green tick. 21) Perform a transponder test – Refer to “LMM” Paragraph 4.9.2. 22) Set “AP TRIMS” to “OFF”. Aircraft from S/N 434 to 684 23) Set “AVIONICS MASTER” selector to “OFF”. All 24) Disconnect ground power unit – refer to Chapter 24–40–00 of the Maintenance Manual. UPDATING OF THE AIRCRAFT DOCUMENTATION : Upon completion of Service Bulletin No. SB 70---225---34 ”GTX 33 CONFIGURATION ADS-B OUT”, make an appropriate maintenance record entry. WARNING : SOCATA considers that it is VERY IMPORTANT for operators to comply with the instructions of this SB. Operators who arbitrarily ignore the compliance statement indicated in this SB do so at their own risk. SERVICE BULLETIN TBM AIRCRAFT RECOMMENDED The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of DOA No. EASA.21J.013 SB 70-- 225 REVISION 1 34 ATA No. Page 4 / 4 APR 15 Rev. X --- DAT XX TBM S/N : Date XPDR XPDR 1 XPDR 2 (if installed) VFR code Aircraft weight Max Airspeed Address Type ICAO Address Flight ID Type Flight ID ENHANCED SURVEIL Table 1 XPDR 1 CONFIGURATION FRAME LATERAL OFFSET FROM CENTER (M) UNKNOWN LONGITUDINAL OFFSET FROM NOSE (M) UNKNOWN AIRFRAME CONFIGURATION FRAME 1090 IN ENABLED UAT IN DISABLED ADS---B TRANSMIT ENABLED AIRCRAFT WIDTH ± 23 MT AIRCRAFT LENGTH ± 15 MT SURVEIL INTEGRITY < 1x10^ --- 7 ERR/HR FLT Table 2