D5518-3-13 - Textron Aviation Cessna Aircraft Engine Log Book

D5518-3-13 – Textron Aviation Cessna Aircraft Engine Log Book

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The Textron Aviation D5518-3-13 is an OEM-standard Aircraft Engine Log Book specifically designed for the comprehensive maintenance tracking of high-performance piston and turbine powerplants. Within the regulatory framework of 14 CFR Part 91, the engine log is the primary legal instrument for documenting Total Time in Service (TTIS), Time Since Overhaul (TSO), and the status of life-limited internal components. This specific iteration, bearing the modern Textron Aviation branding, ensures that the maintenance history of Cessna aircraft is preserved in a format that satisfies FAA, EASA, and other global civil aviation authorities.

A meticulously maintained D5518-3-13 is the cornerstone of powerplant asset management. It provides a structured medium for recording critical engineering data, including differential compression tests, borescope inspection findings, oil analysis trends, and major repairs or alterations. For the maintenance professional, this log book facilitates the precise tracking of Airworthiness Directive (AD) compliance and Service Bulletin (SB) status, which is vital for verifying the continuous airworthiness of the engine and protecting the aircraft's significant resale value.

Key Features

• OEM-Structured Entry Fields: Optimized for professional documentation with dedicated columns for Date, Engine Time, Tach/Hobbs readings, and Maintenance Descriptions.

• Compliance & AD Status Tracking: Includes specialized sections for recording mandatory AD compliance, including the method of compliance and next due dates.

• Archival-Grade Durability: Constructed with a reinforced, smudge-resistant cover and high-opacity, acid-free paper to withstand the industrial environment of a maintenance hangar.

• Tamper-Evident Smyth-Sewn Binding: Ensures the chronological integrity of the record by preventing page removal, a critical requirement for permanent aircraft records.

• Comprehensive Component Data: Dedicated space for recording engine serial numbers, model designations, magneto timing, and accessory replacements (e.g., fuel pumps, turbochargers).

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: D5518-3-13

• Component Type: Aircraft Engine Maintenance Log Book

• Manufacturer: Textron Aviation (Cessna)

• Dimensions: 8.5" x 5.5" (Standard Landscape Format)

• Page Layout: Multi-columnar for time-tracking and narrative entries

• Material: High-quality archival paper

• Regulatory Compliance: Meets 14 CFR § 43.9, § 43.11, and § 91.417 requirements

• Certification: OEM Original Equipment

Aircraft Compatibility

• Cessna Single-Engine Piston: 152, 172 (Skyhawk), 182 (Skylane), 206 (Stationair), 210 (Centurion).

• Cessna Multi-Engine Piston: 310, 340, 402, 414, 421 (Golden Eagle).

• Cessna Turboprop Series: 208/208B Caravan (PT6A tracking).

• Textron Aviation Fleet: Suitable for all engines within the Cessna and Beechcraft piston/turboprop ecosystem requiring high-fidelity record-keeping.

Note: While optimized for the Textron fleet, the D5518-3-13 is suitable for any aircraft utilizing Continental, Lycoming, or Pratt & Whitney Canada powerplants.

Applications

The D5518-3-13 is the Permanent Engine Record. Its primary application is the legal and technical documentation of all maintenance performed on the engine assembly, including routine 50/100-hour inspections, oil filter analysis, cylinder replacements, and the tracking of internal component "Group" times during overhauls.

Why Choose D5518-3-13?

Choosing the D5518-3-13 ensures that your powerplant’s "life story" is told through a professional, OEM-approved format. In aviation, an engine with "missing logs" or disorganized records is a liability, often resulting in a 30-50% reduction in value and significant regulatory hurdles during annual inspections. This Textron Aviation log book provides the structural discipline required to ensure every maintenance event is legally signed off, providing safety for the operator and transparency for future buyers.

The D5518-3-13 facilitates the Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) of the powerplant's thermal and mechanical subsystems. From a materials science perspective, an aero-engine is a collection of high-cycle fatigue (HCF) and low-cycle fatigue (LCF) limited components. Documenting the heat cycles and operational envelopes in the D5518-3-13 is essential for managing the metallurgical life-limits of critical components like turbine disks or piston connecting rods. Precise record-keeping allows for the monitoring of volumetric efficiency through differential pressure tests and the tracking of tribological trends via oil analysis entries. This log book serves as the physical audit trail for material traceability, ensuring that all replacement parts adhere to the Type Certificate (TC) or Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) design envelope, maintaining the engine's structural and operational integrity.

Note: The D5518-3-13 is a flight-critical legal document. All entries must be made in accordance with 14 CFR § 43.9 and § 43.11 by an authorized person (A&P mechanic or FAA Certified Repair Station). This log book should be stored in a secure, fire-resistant location. Lost log books can necessitate a complete engine "tear-down" or conformity inspection to verify airworthiness.

Documentation

• 14 CFR § 91.417 - Maintenance Records

• FAA Advisory Circular AC 43-9C - Maintenance Records

• Textron Aviation Technical Publications Portal

Alternate Part Numbers: D5518-13

Product Overview:

Simplify recordkeeping and ensure compliance with the regulations. This logbook lets you keep track of engine inspections, tests, repairs and alterations, airworthiness directives, manufacturers' mandatory service bulletins, and equipment removal or exchange.

The D5518-3-13 Engine Log Book by Textron Aviation is an essential record-keeping tool for Cessna aircraft owners and operators. Designed to document engine performance, maintenance, and compliance with FAA regulations, this log book features a durable cover and acid-free pages to preserve records for the lifespan of the aircraft. It includes sections for tracking flight hours, maintenance activities, and inspections, providing a comprehensive history that aids in aircraft management and resale value.