Starter Shaft Shear (After FCS Run)

Indications:
  • EGT indicates a light up
  • N2 starts to decrease
  • Start Valve Open Light remains on
  • Duct pressure normal
Actions:
  • Abort start; FCS to cutoff (by recall)
  • Call for "ABORTED ENGINE START" Checklist; Note: As starter is inoperative, the engine is not motored for 30 seconds to achieve the "blowout" cycle. Therefore only do applicable item in checklist
  • Maintenance action is required
  • Coordinate with GND and ATC for return to bay
  • Complete "AFTER LANDING CHECKS" prior to parking

Circuit Breaker(s):

  • NO
MEL:
  • NO

Common Errors:
  • Interpreting indications as Hung Start
  • Attempt to motor engine as per checklist
  • ATC not informed of lengthy delay
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