Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
| Title | Summary | Applicable Makes |
| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (January 2016) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Model PA-46-500TP airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of the wing upper skin joints
being manufactured without sealant, which allows water to enter and stay in sealed, bonded stringers.
This AD requires inspecting the upper wing surface for sealant; inspecting the wing stringers for
water intrusion; inspecting for deformation and corrosion if evidence of water intrusion exists; and
taking corrective actions as necessary. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on
these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. (January 2016) | : We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Model PA-44-180 and PA-44-180T airplanes. This AD requires an inspection and, if necessary,
modification of the emergency gear extension cable. This AD was prompted by a report of a
misrouted emergency gear extension cable. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on
these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Alpha Aviation Concept Limited Airplanes (December 2015) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2008-09-01 for certain Alpha
Aviation Concept Limited Model R2160 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a
need to revise the maintenance program to include the revised airworthiness limitations for the
internal wing structure and wing attachment inspections. We are issuing this AD to require actions to
address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (December 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Models PA-23-250, PA-24-250, PA-24-260, PA-24-400, PA-30, PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31P, PA-39,
and PA-E23-250 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an accident caused by fuel starvation where
the shape of the wing fuel tanks and fuel below a certain level in that tank may have allowed the fuel
to move away from the tank outlet during certain maneuvers. This AD requires installing a fuel
system management placard on the airplane instrument panel and adding text to the Limitations
Section of the pilot's operating handbook (POH)/airplane flight manual (AFM). We are issuing this
AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; SOCATA Airplanes (November 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for SOCATA Model TB 9, TB
10, TB 20, TB 21, and TB 200 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as corrosion of the
horizontal stabilizer. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on
these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited Airplanes (November 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Viking Air Limited Model
DHC-3 Airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as corrugation cracking found at various
wing stations and on the main spar lower cap. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address
the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Limited Airplanes (November 2015) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) AD 2014-20-13 for certain Pacific
Aerospace Limited Model 750XL airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
fatigue cracks on the fin forward pickup plates, which could cause it to fail. We are issuing this AD to
require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; GA 8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Airplanes (October 2015) | : We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for GA 8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Model
GA8-TC320 airplanes. This AD revises AD 2015-06-02 R1, which required inspection to detect and
correct the omission of steel washers at each isolator mount location. This AD retains the actions of
AD 2014-06-02 R1 but corrects the AD number in the parenthetical of the compliance time in
paragraph (f)(1) of the AD. This AD was prompted by reports of missing required engine mount fire
seal washers, which could reduce the engine retention capability in the event of a fire. We are issuing
this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (October 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Models PA-28-161, PA-28-181, and PA-28R-201 airplanes. This AD requires inspecting the right
wing rib at wing station 140.09 for cracks and taking necessary corrective action. This AD was
prompted by a report of cracks found in the wing rib bead radius that were formed during production.
We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Airplanes (September 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Piaggio Aero Industries
S.p.A. Model P-180 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as the need to restore the safe
fatigue life of the bulkhead structure. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes (September 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD.
Models PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47E airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a
malfunction of the universal joint. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Vulcanair S.p.A. Airplanes (September 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Vulcanair S.p.A. Model
P.68R airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a discrepancy in the climb
performance reported in the airplane flight manual and in the actual performance of the airplane. We
are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Airplanes (August 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Cessna Aircraft
Company Model 500, 501, 550, 551, S550, 560, and 650 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports
of smoke and/or fire in the tailcone caused by sparking due to excessive wear of the brushes in the air
conditioning (A/C) motor. This AD requires inspections to determine if certain A/C compressor
motors are installed and to determine the accumulated hours on certain A/C compressor motor
assemblies; and repetitive replacement of the brushes in the A/C compressor motor assembly, or, as
an option to the brush replacement, deactivation of the A/C system and placard installation; and
return of replaced brushes to Cessna. We are issuing this AD to prevent the brushes in the A/C motor
from wearing down beyond their limits, which could result in the rivet in the brush contacting the
commutator, causing sparks and consequent fire and/or smoke in the tailcone with no means to detect
or extinguish the fire and/or smoke. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; SOCATA Airplanes (August 2015) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2007-04-13 for certain SOCATA
Model TBM 700 airplaness (type certificate previously held by EADS SOCATA). This AD results
from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI
describes the unsafe condition as cracks found on the main landing gear cylinders. We are issuing this
AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Kidde Graviner (August 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Kidde Graviner handoperated
fire extinguishers. This AD was prompted by a report that a fire extinguisher failed to
operate when the activation lever was pressed. This AD requires modifying the affected fire
extinguishers. We are issuing this AD to prevent fire extinguishers from failing to operate in the
event of a fire, which could jeopardize occupants' safety and continuation of safe flight and landing. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; REIMS AVIATION S.A. Airplanes (August 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for REIMS AVIATION S.A.
Model F406 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe
condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as detachment of the
pilot's rudder control pedal in flight. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; GA 8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Airplanes (July 2015) | : We are revising an airworthiness directive (AD) 2015-06-02 for GA 8 Airvan (Pty)
Ltd Model GA8-TC320 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as missing
required engine mount fire seal washers, which could reduce the engine retention capability in the
event of a fire. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD. Airplanes (July 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD.
Model PC-12/47 and PC-12/47E airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as the aileron trim
tab disconnecting above 10,000 feet altitude. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (July 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Models PA-46-350P and PA-46-500TP airplanes. This AD requires installing cable ties around the
cabin altitude encoder and the supporting structure, adding thread-locking compound to the threads of
the existing single fastener; and repetitively inspecting the cable ties and the fastener to ensure
security and proper condition. This AD was prompted by a report that a cabin altitude encoder came
free from its mounting bracket, which interfered with motion of the elevator flight control. We are
issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Displays (June 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Avidyne Corporation
(Avidyne) Integrated Flight Displays (IFDs) part number (P/N) 700-00083-() loaded with software
release 9.3.1.0 or earlier release (referred to as Model R9–10 inch), P/N 700-00171-() loaded with
software release 9.2.5.0 or earlier release (referred to as Model R9–
12 inch), and P/N 700-00182-() loaded with software release 10.0.3.0 or earlier release (referred to as
Model IFD540). This emergency AD was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of
all aircraft that incorporate the above referenced Avidyne IFDs. This AD requires incorporating an
operational limitation into the Limitations section of the airplane flight manual (AFM) or airplane
flight manual supplement (AFMS). This AD was prompted by reports of Avidyne IFDs displaying
incorrect course deviation indication information during GPS approaches (incorrect display of lateral
deviations). We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Slingsby Aviation Ltd. Airplanes (May 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Slingsby Aviation Ltd.
Models T67M260 and T67M260-T3A airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
failure of a brake master cylinder pivot pin. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Zodiac Aerotechnics (Formerly Intertechnique Aircraft Systems) Oxygen Mask Regulators (May 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Zodiac Aerotechnics
(formerly Intertechnique Aircraft Systems) oxygen mask regulators. This AD was prompted by a
report of a malfunctioning mask having an inflatable harness with a high premature rupture rate due
to defective silicon. This AD requires inspecting and replacing defective harnesses with new or
modified serviceable units. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct defective harnesses, which
could lead, in case of a sudden depressurization event, to a harness rupture, thereby providing
inadequate protection against hypoxia and possibly resulting in unconsciousness of the affected
flightcrew member and consequent reduced control of the airplane. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; GROB-WERKE Airplanes (May 2015) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-26-04 for certain GROBWERKE
Models G115EG and G120A airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a
defective starter solenoid. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition
on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Various Aircraft Equipped With Wing Lift Struts (April 2015) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 99-01-05 R1, which applied to
certain aircraft equipped with wing lift struts. AD 99-01-05 R1 required repetitively inspecting the
wing lift struts for corrosion; repetitively inspecting the wing lift strut forks for cracks; replacing any
corroded wing lift strut; replacing any cracked wing lift strut fork; and repetitively replacing the wing
lift strut forks at a specified time for certain airplanes. This new AD retains all requirements of AD
99-01-05R1 and adds additional airplane models to the Applicability section. This AD was prompted
by a report that additional Piper Aircraft, Inc. model airplanes should be added to the Applicability
section. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes (April 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for PILATUS Aircraft Ltd.
Model PC-7 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as the potential for a spring on the
air conditioning compressor clutch plate to shear the oil cooler inlet-hose due to the close routing of
these parts without a protective cover. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Airplanes (April 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Cessna Aircraft
Company (Cessna) Model 402C and 414A airplanes. This AD requires repetitively inspecting the
engine mount beams for cracks and contacting Cessna for FAA-approved corrective action if cracks
are found. This AD also requires sending an inspection report to the FAA and to Cessna. This AD
was prompted by reports of cracks found across the engine mount beams. We are issuing this AD to
correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Limited Airplanes (March 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pacific Aerospace Limited
(PAL) Model 750XL airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as PAL Model
750XL airplanes manufactured with only one attitude indicator. A second attitude indicator is
required for flights under instrument flight rules. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address
the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; GA 8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Airplanes (March 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for GA 8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Model
GA8-TC320 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as missing required engine mount
fire seal washers, which could reduce the engine retention capability in the event of a fire. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers & Harland Ltd. Airplanes (March 2015) | The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that published in the Federal
Register. That AD applies to all Short Brothers & Harland Ltd. Model SC-7 Series 3 airplanes. The
amendment number in the Agency Identification Numbers in the preamble section of the AD is
incorrect. Although no other part of the preamble or regulatory information has been corrected, we
are publishing the entire rule in the Federal Register. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Flugzeugwerke Altenrheim AG (FFA) Airplanes (March 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Flugzeugwerke Altenrheim
AG (FFA) Models AS 202/15 ''BRAVO'', AS 202/18A ''BRAVO'', and AS 202/18A4 ''BRAVO''
airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by
the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as corrosion on the upper forward fuselage
stringers. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers & Harland Ltd. Airplanes (February 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Short Brothers & Harland Ltd.
Model SC-7 Series 3 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as fatigue
cracking, which could lead to structural failure of the nose landing gear (NLG). We are issuing this
AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Quest Aircraft Design, LLC Airplanes (February 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Quest Aircraft Design,
LLC Model KODIAK 100 airplanes. This AD requires inspecting the inboard upper and lower
elevator skins for cracking, repairing cracks, and installing doublers. This AD was prompted by a
report that fatigue cracks were found in the lower elevator skins. We are issuing this AD to correct
the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited Airplanes (January 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Viking Air Limited Models
DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-2 Mk. III airplanes. This AD results from mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to
identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as failed locknuts on the horizontal stabilizer attach bracket. We are issuing this AD to
require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam srl Airplanes (January 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Costruzioni Aeronautiche
Tecnam srl Model P2006T airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracking found
in the engine exhaust pipe. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition
on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; PILATUS Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes (January 2015) | : We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model
PC-7 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as possible cracking from stress corrosion
on various parts of the airplane structure made of aluminum alloy AA2024-T351. We are issuing this
AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Airplanes (January 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Mitsubishi Heavy
Industries, Ltd. Models MU-2B-30, MU-2B-35, MU-2B-36, MU-2B-36A, and MU-2B-60 airplanes.
This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation
authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The
MCAI describes the unsafe condition as stress corrosion cracking in the flanges of the airframe at
stations 4610 and 5605. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on
these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; GROB-WERKE Airplanes (January 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GROB-WERKE
Models G115EG and G120A airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a defective
starter solenoid. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation Airplanes (January 2015) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Beechcraft
Corporation Model G58 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of fuel leaks due to fuel cells
that did not properly fit in Model G58 airplanes. This AD requires inspecting for and replacing, as
necessary, certain fuel cells. This AD also requires inspecting and replacing parts, as necessary, of the
left and right fuel system installations and correcting torques on fuel system fittings; and prohibits
future installations of certain fuel cells. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on
these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Alpha Aviation Concept Limited Airplanes (December 2014) | : We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Alpha Aviation Concept
Limited Model R2160 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as paint adherence
defects inside the engine air intake box and cohesion defects inside the laminated ducting from the
filter to the air intake box. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition
on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Limited Airplanes (December 2014) | We are superseding an airworthiness directive (AD) 2013-11-08 for Pilatus Aircraft
Limited Models PC-6, PC-6-H1, PC-6-H2, PC-6/350, PC-6/350-H1, PC-6/350-H2, PC-6/A, PC-6/AH1,
PC-6/A-H2, PC-6/B-H2, PC-6/B1-H2, PC-6/B2-H2, PC-6/B2-H4, PC-6/C-H2, and PC-6/C1-H2
airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by
an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a need to incorporate new revisions into the
aircraft maintenance manual or in the limitations document of the FAA-approved maintenance
program. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Various de Havilland Airplanes (December 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Harry E. Williams de
Havilland Model DH 82A airplanes, all Cliff Robertson de Havilland Model DH 82A airplanes, and
all de Havilland Model DH 83 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of structural failure of the
attachment of the wing to the fuselage that resulted from failed lateral fuselage tie rods. This AD
requires inspecting the aircraft maintenance records to determine the date of installation or the date of
last replacement of the lateral fuselage tie rods. This AD also requires repetitively replacing all lateral
fuselage tie rods and attaching nuts at a specified life limit interval. We are issuing this AD to correct
the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD. Airplanes (November 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012-26-16 for all PILATUS
AIRCRAFT LTD. Models PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47, and PC-12/47E airplanes. This AD results
from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI
describes the unsafe condition as a need to incorporate new revisions into the Limitations section,
Chapter 4, of the FAA-approved maintenance program (e.g., maintenance manual). We are issuing
this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. (November 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 76-06-09 for certain Piper Aircraft,
Inc. Model PA-31P airplanes. AD 76-06-09 required repetitive inspection of certain exhaust system
parts with replacement of parts mating with the turbocharger, as necessary, and allowed installation
of a certain tailpipe v-band coupling as terminating action. This new AD requires the use of new
service information and expands the scope of the inspections of the turbocharger exhaust system.
This AD was prompted by reports of exhaust system failures, new service information, and the
tailpipe v-band coupling used for terminating action is obsolete. We are issuing this AD to correct the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell International Inc. Air Data Pressure Transducers (October 2014) | We are removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012-26-15, which applied to certain
Honeywell International Inc. air data pressure transducers as installed on various aircraft. AD 2012-
26-15 required doing various tests or checks of equipment having certain air data pressure
transducers, removing equipment if necessary, and reporting the results of the tests or checks. As an
option to the tests or checks, AD 2012-26-15 allowed removal of affected equipment having certain
air data pressure transducers. We issued AD 2012-26-15 to detect and correct inaccuracies of the
pressure sensors, which could result in altitude, computed airspeed, true airspeed, and Mach
computation errors. AD 2012-26-15 reported that these errors could reduce the ability of the
flightcrew to maintain the safe flight of the aircraft and could result in consequent loss of control of
the aircraft. Since we issued AD 2012-26-15, we have received new data indicating that the safety
risk is lower than originally estimated. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Limited Airplanes (October 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pacific Aerospace Limited
Model FU24-954 and FU24A-954 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
cracking of the control column at the wiring access hole, which could lead to loss of control. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Alexandria Aircraft LLC Airplanes (October 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 75-20-06 for certain Alexandria
Aircraft LLC (type certificate previously held by Bellanca Aircraft Corp., Viking Aviation, Inc., and
Bellanca, Inc.) Models 14-19-3A, 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31, 17-31A, 17-31ATC, and 17-31TC airplanes.
AD 75-20-06 required repetitively inspecting the aft fuselage structure near the top of the vertical
side tubing, which connects the horizontal stabilizer carry-through to the upper fuselage longeron, for
cracks and installing the manufacturer's service repair kit as a terminating action for the repetitive
inspections to repair any cracks found. Since we issued AD 75-20-06, we have determined that
installing the service kit has not prevented cracks from occurring. We have also determined that all
affected airplane serial numbers should be included in the Applicability section. This AD requires
continued repetitive inspections of the aft fuselage structure near the top of the vertical side tubing for
cracks and making all necessary replacements of cracked parts. This AD also adds additional serial
number airplanes to the Applicability section. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition
on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Limited Airplanes (October 2014) | : We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pacific Aerospace Limited
Model 750XL airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as failure of the fin forward pickup
due to possible fatigue cracks. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Limited Airplanes (October 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-04-03 for all Pacific
Aerospace Limited Model 750XL airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
broken control column attachment bolts failing in service. We are issuing this AD to require actions
to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes (September 2014) | We are superseding an airworthiness directive (AD) 2013-22-20 for Embraer S.A.
Model EMB-505 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks beyond acceptable limits
in the carbon discs of the left hand (LH) and right hand (RH) brake assemblies. We are issuing this
AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; APEX Aircraft Airplanes (September 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for APEX Aircraft Model R
3000/160 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as small pieces of paint from the engine
air intake box blocking the engine carburetor. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Rockwell Collins, Inc. Transponders (September 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Rockwell Collins
TDR-94 and TDR-94D Mode select (S) transponders that are installed on airplanes. This AD was
prompted by instances where the TDR-94 and TDR-94D Mode S transponders did not properly
respond to Mode S Only All-Call interrogations when the airplane transitioned from a ground to
airborne state. This AD requires inspecting the setting of the airplane type code category strapping
and requires either modifying the airplane type code category setting or installing the software
upgrade to convert the affected transponders to the new part number. We are issuing this AD to
correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Various de Havilland Airplanes (September 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Harry E. Williams de
Havilland Model DH 82A airplanes, all Cliff Robertson de Havilland Model DH 82A airplanes, and
all de Havilland Model DH 83 airplanes. This AD requires inspecting the aircraft maintenance
records and/or the installed lateral fuselage tie rods and attaching nuts to determine the origin of
manufacture. This AD also requires immediately replacing lateral fuselage tie rods and attaching nuts
produced by a specific manufacturer. This AD was prompted by reports of structural failure of the
attachment of the wing to the fuselage that resulted from failed lateral fuselage tie rods. We are
issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Air Tractor, Inc. Airplanes (August 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2010-17-18 R1, which applies to
certain Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-802 and AT-802A airplanes. AD 2010-17-18 R1 required
repetitively inspecting (using the eddy current method) the two outboard fastener holes in both of the
wing main spar lower caps at the center splice joint for cracks; repairing or replacing any cracked
spar; changing the safe life for certain serial number ranges; and sending the inspection results, only
if cracks are found, to the FAA. This new AD retains all actions of AD 2010-17-18 R1 and expands
the applicability to include all serial numbers regardless of configuration or operational use. This AD
was prompted by our determination that the safe life for the wing main spar lower caps should apply
to all Models AT-802 and AT-802A airplanes regardless of configuration or operational use. We are
issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited Airplanes (August 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Viking Air Limited Model
DHC-3 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as looseness of the horizontal stabilizer
actuator mounting block in the forward-aft and side-to-side directions. We are issuing this AD to
require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes (August 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Embraer S.A. Model
EMB-500 airplanes. This AD was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these
airplanes as an emergency AD. This AD requires an inspection and replacement as necessary of the
barrel nuts at the horizontal stabilizer to vertical stabilizer attachment joint. This AD was prompted
by mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI
describes the unsafe condition as cracking of the barrel nuts at the horizontal stabilizer to vertical
stabilizer attachment joint. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. Airplanes (August 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Models FA-200-160, FA-200-180, and FA-200-180AO airplanes. This AD results from mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to
identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as deterioration of brake performance due to seal defects caused by deterioration due to age
of the O-rings of the brake master cylinder. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Mooney International Corporation Airplanes (August 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Mooney International
Corporation Models M20C, M20E, M20M, M20R, and M20TN airplanes. This AD requires
inspection of the outer empennage attach fittings for correct thickness with replacement as necessary.
This AD was prompted by discovery of empennage attach fittings (Lugs) that do not meet the
approved design dimensional requirements, which could result in possible reduction in fatigue or
static strength and/or corrosion. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these
products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes (July 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-24-14 for Diamond Aircraft
Industries GmbH Models DA40 and DA40F airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as the
fatigue strength found in the aft main spar not ensuring unlimited lifetime structural integrity. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| EMERGENCY AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE (July 2014) | This emergency AD was prompted by emergency AD No.: 2014-07-02, dated July 25, 2014
(referred to after this as “the MCAI”), issued by Agencia Nacional De Aviacao Civil (ANAC), which
is the aviation authority for Brazil. The MCAI states:
This EAD results from a report of cracking in the barrel nuts at the horizontal
stabilizer-to-vertical stabilizer attachment joint found during an inspection at the
assembly line. This EAD is being issued to detect and correct cracking of the barrel
nuts at the horizontal stabilizer-to-vertical stabilizer attachment joint, which could
result in reduced structural integrity of the affected part and consequent detachment of
the horizontal stabilizer from the airplane.
Since this condition may exist in other airplanes of the same type and affects flight
safety, an immediate corrective action is required. Thus, sufficient reason exists to
request compliance with this EAD in the indicated time limit without prior notice.
You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA-2014-0511.
Since ANAC issued AD No.: 2014-07-02, Embraer S.A. issued new service information
increasing the applicability of the affected airplanes and changing the compliance time to before
further flight. The FAA also received information of additional incidences of barrel nut cracking in
the field.
The FAA is coordinating with ANAC and Embraer S.A. on this issue. Due to the nature of the
immediate safety of flight situation, the FAA worked this AD concurrently with ANAC, the foreign
aviation authority. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; AERMACCHI S.p.A. Airplanes (July 2014) | We are rescinding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-22-23 for AERMACCHI S.p.A.
Models F.260, F.260B, F.260C, F.260D, F.260E, F.260F, S.208, and S.208A airplanes equipped with
a Lycoming O-540, IO-540, or AEIO-540 (depending on the airplane model) wide cylinder flange
engine with a front crankcase mounted propeller governor. AD 2013-22-23 resulted from mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to
identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. We issued the AD to detect and
correct improper position of the set screw, which could lead to complete loss of engine oil pressure
and result in emergency landing. Since we issued AD 2013-22-23, we have determined the unsafe
condition does not exist specific to the airplane design features.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam srl Airplanes (June 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Costruzioni Aeronautiche
Tecnam srl Model P2006T airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a cracked
engine mount. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Vulcanair S.p.A. Airplanes (May 2014) | We are superseding airworthiness directive (AD) 2008-24-11 for Vulcanair S.p.A.
Model P68 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on
an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracking and/or corrosion of the
wing spar. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Alpha Aviation Concept Limited Airplanes (May 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Alpha Aviation
Concept Limited Model R2160 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as the metal
screen shield over the ignition switch may ground out the ignition terminals. We are issuing this AD
to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; GROB-WERKE Airplanes (May 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GROB-WERKE
Models G115EG and G120A airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks in the
left hand elevator flange. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on
these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A Airplanes (May 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2009-21-08 R1 for Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A Model P-180 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cases of un-commanded operation of switched off nose-wheel steering system caused by internal leakage of a steering select/bypass valve. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; SOCATA Airplanes (May 2014) | We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 99-07-11 for SOCATA Model
TBM 700 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks on the outboard hinge fittings.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; SOCATA Airplanes (March 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for SOCATA Model TBM 700
airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by
an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as landing gear actuator rod and piston becoming
unscrewed during operation and the landing gear actuator ball joint becoming uncrimped. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes (March 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Diamond Aircraft
Industries GmbH Models DA 42 NG and DA 42 M-NG airplanes. This AD results from mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to
identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as the failure of the alternator indication system to indicate warning when one alternator is
inoperative. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Airplanes (March 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Cessna Aircraft
Company (Cessna) Models 310, 320, 340, 401, 402, 411, 414, and 421 airplanes. This AD was
prompted by an investigation of recent and historical icing-related accidents and incidents for the
products listed above. This AD requires either having the supplemental airplane flight
manual/airplane flight manual supplement (SAFM/AFMS) inside the airplane and accessible to the
pilot during the airplane's operation or installing a placard that prohibits flight into known icing
conditions and installing a placard that increases published airspeed on approach at least 17 mph (15
knots) in case of an inadvertent encounter with icing. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe
condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Limited Airplanes (February 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Pacific Aerospace Limited
Model 750XL airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe
condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as broken control column
attachment bolts. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A Airplanes (February 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piaggio Aero
Industries S.P.A Model P-180 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as insufficient
clearance between one of the horizontal stabilizer end ribs and the corresponding elevator horn. We
are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Slingsby Aviation Ltd. Airplanes (February 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Slingsby Aviation Ltd.
Model T67M260 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracked horizontal stabilizer
attachment brackets. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on
these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; B-N Group Ltd. Airplanes (February 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for B-N Group Ltd. Models BN-
2, BN-2A, BN-2A-2, BN-2A-3, BN-2A-6, BN-2A-8, BN-2A-9, BN-2A-20, BN-2A-21, BN-2A-26,
BN-2A-27, BN-2B-20, BN-2B-21, BN-2B-26, BN-2B-27, BN2A MK. III, BN2A MK. III-2, and
BN2A MK. III-3 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as damage of the cable sliding end
assembly and installation of the incorrect end fitting on engine control cable assemblies. We are
issuing this proposed AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam srl Airplanes (February 2014) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Costruzioni Aeronautiche
Tecnam srl Model P2006T airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks of the
nose landing gear (NLG) lower link. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Maule Aerospace Technology, Inc. Airplanes (December 2013) | We are revising Airworthiness Directive (AD) 98-15-18 that applies to certain Maule
Aerospace Technology, Inc. Models M-4, M-5, M-6, M-7, MT-7, MX-7, MXT-7, and M-8 airplanes
that are equipped with rear wing lift struts, part number (P/N) 2079E, and/or front wing lift struts,
P/N 2080E. AD 98-15-18 required repetitively inspecting certain wing lift struts for internal
corrosion and replacing of any wing lift strut where corrosion was found. Since we issued AD 98-15-
18, we were informed by the manufacturer that Model MXT-7-420 airplanes are no longer in
existence, are no longer type certificated, and should be removed from the Applicability section. We
were also informed that paragraph (b) in AD 98-15-18 had been misinterpreted and caused confusion.
This AD removes Model MXT-7-420 airplanes from the Applicability section and clarifies the intent
of the language in paragraph (b) of AD 98-15-18. This AD also retains all other requirements of AD
98-15-18. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (December 2013) | We are revising Airworthiness Directive (AD) 99-26-19 that applies to certain The
New Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model J-2 airplanes equipped with wing lift struts. AD 99-26-19 required
repetitively inspecting the wing lift struts for dents and corrosion; repetitively inspecting the wing lift
strut forks for cracks; replacing any dented or corroded wing lift strut; replacing any cracked wing lift
strut fork; and repetitively replacing the wing lift strut forks at specified times for certain airplanes.
AD 99-26-19 also required incorporating a ''NO STEP'' placard on the wing lift strut. Since we issued
AD 99-26-19, we were informed that paragraph (c) had been misinterpreted and caused confusion.
This AD clarifies the intent of the language in paragraph (c) of AD 99-26-19 and retains all other
requirements of AD 99-26-19. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these
products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Various Aircraft Equipped with Wing Lift Struts (December 2013) | The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that published in the Federal
Register. That AD applies to certain aircraft equipped with wing lift struts. The list of affected
airplanes in the Applicability section is incorrect. Several Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-18 airplanes
were inadvertently omitted from the final rule; however, those models were included in the notice of
proposed rulemaking. This document corrects that error. In all other respects, the original document
remains the same. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes (December 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Diamond Aircraft Industries
GmbH Models DA40 and DA40F airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
fatigue strength found in the aft main spar does not ensure unlimited lifetime structural integrity. We
are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; AQUILA–Aviation by Excellence AG Airplanes (November 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) AQUILA–
Aviation by Excellence AG Model AT01 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a
defective sealing of a tapped through bore hole at the inside of the fuel tank openings in combination
with prolonged periods at maximum fuel level. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address
the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; XtremeAir GmbH Airplanes (November 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for XtremeAir GmbH Model
XA42 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks in a weld seam between the
lower left landing gear attachment bearing and the lower engine mount to the firewall attachment
plate, which could reduce the structural integrity of the airplane and could result in engine separation.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Aermacchi S.p.A. Airplanes (November 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Aermacchi S.p.A. Models
F.260, F.260B, F.260C, F.260D, F.260E, F.260F, S.208, and S.208A airplanes equipped with a
Lycoming O-540 wide cylinder flange engine with a front crankcase mounted propeller governor.
This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation
authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The
MCAI describes the unsafe condition as the set screw that fixes the setting of the propeller governor
idler gear shaft was not in the proper position. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address
the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes (November 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Embraer S.A. Model EMB-
505 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued
by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracking in the stator pressure plate of the
brake assembly, which may lead to loss of brake parts on the runway and reduced brake capability
with possible runway excursion. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; PILATUS Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes (November 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain PILATUS Aircraft
Ltd. Model PC-7 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe
condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as chafing on the wiring
harness attached to the engine mounting frame on the right-hand side of the engine compartment,
which could cause a short circuit and could result in a fire in the engine compartment. We are issuing
this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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| Airworthiness Directives; GA 8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Airplanes (September 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for GA 8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd
Models GA8 and GA8-TC320 airplanes. This AD resultsfrom mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an
unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as the fuel system
integral sump tank does not meet FAA regulations. We are issuing this AD to require actions to
address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD. Airplanes (September 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD.
Model PC-12/47E airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as common grounding of both the
pilot primary flight display (PFD) and the Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESIS). If the
common ground fails both navigations systems could fail simultaneously, which could result in loss
of control. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes (September 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Diamond Aircraft Industries
GmbH Models DA 42, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG airplanes. This AD results from mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to
identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as insufficient clearance between the rod end safety washer and the nose landing gear
attachment lever causes the rod end to bend at each gear retraction sequence. We are issuing this AD
to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Airplanes (September 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all PIAGGIO AERO
INDUSTRIES S.p.A Model P-180 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
cracks at the joint between the hinge pin sub-assembly and the lock pin of the main landing gear lever
hinge fitting. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (September 2013) | The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that published in the Federal
Register. AD 2013-13-01 applies to certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA-46-310P, PA-46-350P,
PA-46R-350T, and PA-46-500TP airplanes. There is an incorrect reference to a paragraph
designation, four instances of an incorrect reference to the paragraph in the service bulletin that
references an airworthiness limitation, and an incomplete email address for the person to contact in
the Related Information section. This document corrects those errors. In all other respects, the
original document remains the same. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (September 2013) | The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that published in the Federal
Register. That AD applies to all Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA-31, PA-31-325, and PA-31-350
airplanes. Table 1 of paragraph (g) lists the incorrect model/part number for the Model PA-31-350,
tail pipe assembly, top. This document corrects that error. In all other respects, the original document
remains the same. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Various Aircraft Equipped With Rotax Aircraft Engines 912 A Series Engine (September 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for various aircraft equipped with
Rotax Aircraft Engines 912 A Series Engine. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as oil
leaks in the intake channel in the area of the valve guide on some cylinder heads could increase the
oil consumption and result in engine stoppage. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address
the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation and Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (August 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Beechcraft
Corporation (type certificate previously held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation) Models 58, 95-C55,
E55, and 56TC airplanes; and Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Models 58P and 58TC airplanes (both
type certificates previously held by Raytheon Aircraft Company). This AD was prompted by reports
of elevator balance weights becoming loose or failing because the balance weight material was under
strength and did not meet material specifications. This AD requires inspections of elevator balance
weights and replacement of defective elevator balance weights. We are issuing this AD to correct the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Airplanes (August 2013) | We are rescinding an airworthiness directive (AD) for PIAGGIO AERO
INDUSTRIES S.p.A. Model P-180 airplanes. The rescinded AD resulted from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify
and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
partial detachment of the inner protective film of the composite nacelles. Since issuance of the
rescinded AD, we have determined that the unsafe condition does not exist or is not likely to develop
on affected type design airplanes. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes (July 2013) | : We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.
Model PC-6/B2-H4 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe
condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as faulty rivets installed
in the airframes during production could reduce the structural integrity of the airplane. We are issuing
this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (July 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Models PA-46-310P, PA-46-350P, PA-46R-350T, and PA-46-500TP airplanes. This AD requires
inspecting the fuel vent valves to identify if the nitrile parts are installed and modifying and
eventually replacing the fuel vent valves if the nitrile parts are installed. This AD was prompted by
nitrile fuel vent valves not providing the correct ventilation. If not corrected, this unsafe condition
may lead to structural damage of the wings, which could result in loss of control. We are issuing this
AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes (July 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all PILATUS Aircraft Ltd.
Model PC-7 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition
on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as a need to incorporate new
revisions into the Limitations section of the FAA-approved maintenance program (e.g., maintenance
manual). The limitations were revised to include an emergency fuel control system adjustment test.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; B-N Group Ltd. Airplanes (June 2013) | : We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all B-N Group Ltd. Models
BN-2, BN-2A, BN2A MK. III, BN2A MK. III-2, BN2A MK. III-3, BN-2A-2, BN-2A-20, BN-2A-
21, BN-2A-26, BN-2A-27, BN-2A-3, BN-2A-6, BN-2A-8, BN-2A-9, BN-2B-20, BN-2B-21, BN-
2B-26, BN-2B-27, BN-2T, and BN-2T-4R airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
inadequate sealing of the fuel filler cap (fuel tank cap) and the fuel filler receptacle (fuel tank
opening), which could lead to contaminated fuel and result in in-flight shutdown of the engine. We
are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Airplanes (June 2013) | We are superseding AD 2000-04-01 that applies to certain Cessna Aircraft Company
(Cessna) Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H airplanes. AD 2000-04-01
currently requires an inspection of the engine oil pressure switch and, if applicable, replacement of
the engine oil pressure switch. This AD increases the applicability of the AD, places a life-limit of
3,000 hours time-in-service on the engine oil pressure switch, and requires replacement when the
engine oil pressure switch reaches its life limit. This AD was prompted by new reports of internal
failure of the engine oil pressure switch, which could result in complete loss of engine oil with
consequent partial or complete loss of engine power or fire. We are issuing this AD to correct the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Pila tus Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes (June 2013) | We are superseding an existing airworthine
ss directive (AD) for Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.
Models PC-6, PC-6-H1, PC-6-H2, PC-6/350, PC-6
/350-H1, PC-6/350-H2, PC
-6/A, PC-6/A-H1, PC-
6/A-H2, PC-6/B-H2, PC-6/B1-H2, PC-6/B2-H
2, PC-6/B2-H4, PC-6/C-H2, and PC-6/C1-H2
airplanes. This AD results from mandatory cont
inuing airworthiness info
rmation (MCAI) issued by
an aviation authority of another country to iden
tify and correct an unsaf
e condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
failure to inspect and maintain stabilizer-trim
attachment components and the flap actuator could
result in loss of control. We are issuing this
proposed AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes (June 2013) | We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for all Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Models PA-31, PA-31-325, and PA-31-350 airplanes. That AD currently requires a detailed repetitive
inspection of the exhaust system downstream of the turbochargers and repair or replacement of parts
as necessary. This new AD requires visual repetitive inspections, expanding the inspection scope to
include the entirety of each airplane exhaust system. This AD was prompted by reports of exhaust
system failures upstream of aircraft turbochargers and between recurring detailed inspections. We are
issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. |
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| Airworthiness Directives; Twin Commander Aircraft LLC Airplanes (June 2013) | We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Twin Commander
Aircraft LLC Models 690, 690A, and 690B airplanes. This AD requires inspection for cracking of the
outer fuselage attachments, the lower wing main spar, the vertical channels, the upper picture window
channels, aft cabin pressure web, external wing to fuselage fillets, and fasteners; repair or
replacement of damaged parts as necessary; and modification of the structure with reinforced parts.
This AD was prompted by cracks found in the upper picture window frame channels, left- and righthand
wing main spar frame support channels, and aft pressure bulkhead web. This condition, if not
corrected, could result in structural failure of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to correct the
unsafe condition on these products. |
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