Special Airworthiness Information Bulletins (SAIBs)
TitleSummaryApplicable Makes
Wings - PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 Rear Spar Corrosion at Fuselage Attach Fitting (December 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners and operators of all Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 airplanes, of an airworthiness concern, specifically the potential for corrosion on the wing rear spar at the fuselage attach fitting. We are recommending you incorporate Piper Service Bulletins (SB) 789A, 977, 1006, and 1244B as mitigating action. This SAIB revision (CE-11-12R1) adds references to Piper SB 1244B and makes minor editorial changes. All other information remains the same. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piper
WING SPAR – Inspection for Cracks and Corrosion on Wing Lower (December 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is to alert owners, operators, maintenance technicians, and inspectors of an airworthiness concern, specifically the potential for cracks in the wing lower spar caps near the wing root on Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna) Models 177, 177A, 177B, 177RG, and F177RG airplanes. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Stabilizers, Rudder Structure (December 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-402/402A/402B, AT-502/502A/502B, AT-602, and AT-802/802A airplanes, all serial numbers (under Type Certificate Data Sheets A17SW and A19SW) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides inspection procedures and on-condition maintenance actions for the rudder upper hinge for the affected airplanes. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
AUTO FLIGHT - Autopilot (November 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises you of an airworthiness concern, specifically that certain Honeywell/Bendix King autopilots (AP) can experience inadvertent disengagement without clear annunciation to the pilot and may also fail to engage with conflicting annunciation to the pilot. These failure conditions are the result of a resistor that can fail open in the autopilot computer. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Powerplant, Engine Mount Section (November 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of an airworthiness concern for Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-802/802A airplanes (under Type Certificate Data Sheet A19SW) that incorporate one or more of the following: 1. Any serial number in the range of 0228 through 0280; 2. Any serial number and has engine mount gusset installation made per Snow Engineering, Inc. Service Letter #253 prior to October 16, 2007; 3. Any serial number and has engine mount replacements made between November 15, 2005 to December 31, 2008; and 4. Any serial number and has supplemental type certificate (STC) number SA01916CH or STC number SA01795CH installed. Specifically, this SAIB provides inspection procedures and on-condition maintenance actions for the engine mount for affected airplanes. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Noise Cancelling Headsets (November 2015)This Special AirworthinessInformation Bulletin (SAIB) advises general aviation pilots and operators of concerns with the use of noise cancelling headsets. In many cases, pilots are using the noise cancelling headsets as supplementary equipment during operations. When wearing these headsets, the pilot may be unaware of environmental sounds and audible warning annunciations in the cockpit that do not come through the intercom system. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Fuel (November 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises aircraft operators, fixed base operators, FAA repair stations, Flight Standards District Offices, and Foreign Civil Aviation Authorities, that grade UL94 aviation gasoline (avgas), that meets the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International fuel specification D7547, is acceptable for use on aircraft and engines certificated for operation with grade UL94 avgas that meets ASTM International fuel specification D7592. This SAIB also advises that specification D7547 grade UL94 avgas meets or exceeds all of the performance requirements of grade UL91 avgas, which is also specified in D7547. As a result, specification D7547 grade UL94 avgas meets the approved operating limitations for aircraft and engines certificated to operate with D7547 grade UL91 avgas.
VERTICAL TAIL – Aft Fin Attachment Fitting (October 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians and inspectors with a concern about cracked aft fin attachment fittings that affects all series of Cessna Models 150/152, A150/A152, FA150/FRA150/FA152, and F150/F152 airplanes that were produced from 1966 to 1986. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Engine Mounts: Allied Ag Cat Airplanes with Honeywell TPE331 Conversions; engine mount cracking and recommended visual mount inspections (October 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts owners, operators, certified repair facilities, and flight standards district offices (FSDOs), of an airworthiness concern related to Allied Ag Cat Productions, Inc., (formerly Schweizer) Models G-164A, G-164B, and G-164C with an engine conversion from a Pratt and Whitney R-985 or R-1340 radial engine to a Honeywell (Garrett) TPE331 series turboprop engine. Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) No. 1A16 describes the Allied Ag Cat airplanes. The engine mounts supporting the Honeywell TPE331 engine have experienced fatigue cracking in the forward engine mount weld areas. Presently, there are only two engine mounts showing cracking. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Allied Ag Cat
Landing Gear; Nose Landing Gear Trunnions (September 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of Cessna 300 and 400 Models and Series airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically the recommendation to inspect the nose landing gear (NLG) trunnion to ensure that cracks are not present. If cracks are present, the trunnion should be replaced because a failure during landing may cause significant damage to the airplane and may cause injury to the occupants. Airplanes affected are all series of Cessna Models 310/335/340/401/402/404/411/414/421/425 and 441. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. This SAIB has been revised to remove the reference to the Reims 406. The Reims 406 utilizes a different part number trunnion and is not included as part of Cessna Service Bulletins MEB88-5 and CQB00-3.
Cessna
Wing Leading Edge Hinge-Pin Corrosion (September 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Beechcraft Corporation (Beechcraft) Debonair, Bonanza, and Baron Series airplanes, of an airworthiness concern, specifically the potential for corrosion on the wing leading edge hinge-pin. Based on information gathered to date, the corrosion appears to be caused by deicing fluid accumulating in the area of the wing leading edge hinge pin. Specific models are 35-33, 35- A33, 35-B33, 35-C33, 35-C33A, E33, E33A, F33, F33A, G33, 36, A36, G36, A36TC, B36TC, S35, V35 and V35B B55, C55, D55, E55 and 58 airplanes.
WING SPAR – Main Spar Lower Cap Cracks (June 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners and operators of certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. (Piper) Models PA-46-310P, PA-46-350P, PA-46R-350T, and PA-46-500TP airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically fatigue cracking discovered in the wing main spar lower cap near wing station (WS) 79. This SAIB also provides guidance on recommended actions for these Piper airplane models related to the damage location. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piper
Engine; B-N Group Ltd. BN-2T Series Airplane Engine Installations (May 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to alert owners and operators of B-N Group Ltd. BN-2T series airplanes (specific models as identified in Britten-Norman Aircraft Ltd. Service Bulletin (SB) 315) of an airworthiness concern. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Empennage – Horizontal & Vertical Stabilizer Structure (April 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Beechcraft Corporation (Beechcraft) (formerly Hawker Beechcraft, Raytheon Aircraft, and Beech Aircraft Corporation) King Air Model F90 airplanes and King Air Series 200, B200, 300, B300, and Commuter 1900 Series airplanes (specific models on type certificate data sheet A24CE) of an airworthiness concern, specifically the potential for corrosion in the empennage structure. It has been determined that the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant Airworthiness Directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 39 at this time.
FUSELAGE – Seat Belt Mounting Bracket (April 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of an airworthiness concern with aluminum seat belt mounting brackets affecting all Cessna Models 120 and 140 airplanes. Textron Aviation has issued Service Bulletin SEB-25-03, dated February 17, 2015, to address this concern. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Flight Controls; Control System Interference with Access Panel (April 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to alert owners and operators of B-N Group Ltd. Models BN-2, BN-2A-21, BN-2A, BN-2A-26, BN-2A-6, BN-2A-27, BN-2A-8, BN-2B- 20, BN-2A-2, BN-2B-21, BN-2A-9, BN-2B-26, BN-2A-3, BN-2B-27, BN-2A-20, BN-2T, BN-2T- 4R, BN2A MK. III, BN2A MK. III-2, and BN2A MK. III-3 airplanes of a situation where fasteners utilized to attach access panels are too long and have caused interference with and damage to control systems installed behind the inspection panels. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Navigation: Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (March 2015)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises registered owners and operators of certain transport category airplanes of potential safety improvements to Honeywell Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS) software having part number (P/N) 965-0976-0xx-218-218 and subsequent. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Engine Fuel and Control - Semi-Synthetic Jet Fuel (December 2014)This Revised Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises aircraft operators, Fixed Base Operators (FBOs), FAA repair stations and FSDOs, and Foreign Civil Aviation Authorities that jet fuel made from synthesized isoparaffins (SIP), hydroprocessed fatty acid esters and fatty acids (HEFA) or Fischer Tropsch (FT) synthetic blending components that meets the requirements of ASTM International Standard D7566 are acceptable for use on aircraft and engines certificated for operation with D1655 Jet A or Jet A-1 jet fuel, provided that they are re-identified as D1655 fuel. When re-identified as D1655 fuel, D7566 jet fuel meets all the specification requirements of D1655 and therefore meets the approved operating limitations for aircraft and engines certificated to operate with D1655 fuel, unless otherwise prohibited by the engine or aircraft type certificate (TC) holder. This SAIB is being revised to add SIP as a synthetic blending component that conforms to ASTM International Standard D7566.
Flight Controls (November 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises registered owners and operators of all The Boeing Company Transport Category Airplanes of an airworthiness concern regarding inadvertent actuation of the flight deck controls. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Alternative Method of Compliance to Airworthiness Directive (November 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is written to inform the public about an approved alternative method of compliance (AMOC) to an airworthiness directive (AD) and how to obtain a copy of the Cessna global AMOC (aka; AMOC of general applicability) to AD 2001-06-07 against 1996 and after Cessna Models 172R and 172S airplanes We have revised this SAIB to include the attached Cessna global AMOC to AD 2001-06-17, dated August 13, 2014.
Attitude and Direction Data System; heading information errors due to maintenance practices (November 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to alert operators and maintenance personnel of an airworthiness concern, specifically possible induced heading errors in systems using magnetic sensitive sensors such as magnetometers to provide heading information. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Wood Structure, de Havilland models DH60, DH82, DH83 and others in the Moth series of airplanes. (September 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to alert operators and owners of de Havilland Models DH60, DH82, DH83, and other Moth series airplanes that utilize wooden structure of an airworthiness concern, specifically maintenance practices with respect to wood structure. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant an airworthiness directive (AD) action under title 14 of the code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39).
Engine Fuel - NATO Grade F-24 Jet Fuel (September 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises aircraft operators, fixed base operators, FAA repair stations, flight standards district offices, and foreign civil aviation authorities that NATO grade F-24 jet fuel, as specified in NATO Standard AFLP–3747, “Guide Specifications (Minimum Quality Standards) for Aviation Turbine Fuels (F-24, F-27, F-34, F-35, F-37, F-40, and F-44),” Edition A, Version 1, is acceptable for use on aircraft and engines certificated for operation with ASTM International D1655 grade Jet A fuel1 , provided the fuel system icing inhibitor (FSII) concentration in the specific batch of F-24 fuel meets the aircraft’s operating limitations pertaining to FSII. Grade F-24 jet fuel meets all the performance requirements of D1655 grade Jet A fuel, but specifies a different FSII concentration range as compared to ASTM International D1655 grade Jet A fuel.
Fuselage, Wing Attach Fittings; Moth Aircraft Corporation Models 60GM, 60GMW, 60X; lateral tie rods (September 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to alert operators and owners of Moth Aircraft Corporation (Moth) Models 60GM, 60 GMW, and 60X airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically a situation involving certain replacement parts fabricated in Australia. These airplanes are type certificated in the United States; the Moth Models 60GM and GMW airplanes are approved under type certificate 197, and the Moth Model 60X airplanes are approved by Group 2 approval 2-150. These airplane models are based on, or may be duplicates of, the de Havilland Model DH 60 series airplanes. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition on the Moth Models 60GM, 60GMW, and 60X airplanes that would warrant an FAA airworthiness directive (AD) under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 39. The FAA has issued AD 2014-17-09 with respect to the same situation on de Havilland Models DH82A and DH83 airplanes that are type certificated. This AD may be found at http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAD.nsf/0/75990708B7AAA3FE86257D4800 4F20B9?OpenDocument.
Fuselage, Wing Attach Fittings; De Havilland Models DH60, DH82, and DH83 airplanes; lateral tie rods (September 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to alert operators and owners of certain de Havilland Models DH60, DH82, and DH83 airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically that there may be a potential unsafe condition that involves these airplanes and certain replacement parts fabricated in Australia. These airplanes are not type certificated in the United States, but may be operated on an airworthiness certificate that is other than a standard airworthiness certificate. The FAA has issued AD 2014-17-09 with respect to the same situation on de Havilland Model DH82A airplanes that are type certificated. This AD may be found at http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAD.nsf/0/75990708B7AAA3FE86257D4800 4F20B9?OpenDocument.
FMS and GPS Equipment Advisory Vertical Guidance with no Published Vertical Descent Angle (August 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts airframe manufacturers, navigation equipment manufacturers, and aircraft operators of any aircraft using Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) without a published vertical descent angle. This SAIB is not intended to prevent or inhibit manufacturers from providing advisory vertical guidance on IAPs. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Powerplant; Air Intake (August 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of Piper Aircraft, Inc. (Piper) Models PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, PA-44, and PA-46 series airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically structural deterioration and possible collapse of the air inlet hose. The air inlet hose may be between the air filter and the fuel injector, carburetor or carburetor heat box depending on the airplane model. A collapsed hose reduces airflow to the engine and could result in a rough running engine or a loss of power. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant an FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD) under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 39.
Piper
POWERPLANT - ENGINE MOUNT – Cracking at nose landing gear attachment and trunnion attachment (July 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, an owner or operator, of certain Piper Models PA-46-310P, PA-46-350P, PA-46R-350T, and PA-46-500TP airplanes, of an airworthiness concern, specifically possible cracks in the engine mount where both the nose landing gear (NLG) trunnion and the NLG actuator attach. This condition is addressed in Piper Service Bulletins (SB) 1103 and 1154 and Piper Service Letter (SL) 1001. This SAIB emphasizes the importance of compliance with Piper service information. Note: The information provided below is for reference only. See the latest version of the Piper service information for current information. Also, this SAIB does not address PA-46-310P and PA-46-350P aircraft modified by STC ST00541SE, conversion from piston to turboprop propulsion. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. This revision to this SAIB provides: • updated service information; • a revised recommendation to incorporate a new engine mount that relieves the repetitive inspections; • a change to the point of contact information; and • other changes that address format and editorial content.
Piper
Fuel Selector/Shut-Off Valve (July 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners and operators of certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. (Piper) Models PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160, PA-28-180, PA-28R- 180, and PA-28R-200 airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically that the fuel selector valve can be inadvertently switched off and/or may bind when switching fuel tanks and can cause a loss of power in flight. This SAIB also recommends the installation of a fuel selector valve cover designed to prevent inadvertently selecting the off position and the maintenance of fuel selector valves to prevent their binding. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piper
Landing Gear; Main Landing Gear (MLG) Torque Link (May 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of Cessna 300 and 400 Models and Series of an airworthiness concern, specifically the need to inspect the main landing gear (MLG) torque link assembly to ensure the correct thickness washers are installed and to ensure the washers are installed in the correct position. Airplanes affected are all series of Cessna Models 310P, 310Q, 310R, 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 421, 421A, 421B, and 421C. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER MISCELLANEOUS STRUCTURE– Tailplane Attach Fitting Cracks and Misassembled Fitting Installation (May 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners and operators of Robert E. Rust, Jr. Models DeHavilland DH.C1 Chipmunk 21; DH.C1 Chipmunk 22A; DH.C1 Chipmunk 22*; serial numbers C1-001 through C1-1014 airplanes, of cracking discovered in certain aluminum fittings that attach the horizontal stabilizer to the fuselage. This SAIB also addresses shims that may be incorrectly installed between the subject fittings and their mating components.
de Havilland
Landing Gear; Main Landing Gear (MLG) Actuator (May 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) Model 177RG and Reims Model F177RG airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically the need to inspect the MLG actuator rod end bearing to ensure that cracks are not present. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Standard Hardware, AN, MS and NAS Fasteners (April 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs the aviation industry of potential non-conforming Military Specifications (MS), Army Navy Standards (AN) and National Aerospace Standards (NAS) fasteners. The SAIB applies to manufacturers, owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of airplanes, rotorcraft, engines and appliances. This SAIB also asks the aviation industry to report fastener failures and other non-conformities. This bulletin focuses on MS 21042 nuts due to their wide usage in aviation, but is relevant to all other standard fasteners. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition and does not warrant an airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. However, a significant number of past ADs noted possible unsafe conditions caused by non - conforming fasteners.
Luscombe Model 8A Fuel System (March 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts, owners, operators, of all Luscombe Model 8A airplanes equipped with a fuselage mounted main fuel tank and a carbureted Continental A- 65 engine of an airworthiness concern, specifically the need for procedures to prevent the possible loss of power on takeoff and climb. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. We have revised this SAIB to include additional engine models that may be installed per item 126B of Aircraft Specification A-694.
Landing Gear System (March 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of Mooney International Corporation Models M20, M20A, M20B, M20C, M20D, M20E, M20F, M20G, M20J, M20K, M20L, M20M, M20R, M20S, and M20TN airplanes (under Type Certificate Data Sheet 2A3) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides information stressing the importance to comply with the 100-hour/annual inspections and rigging checks of the main and nose landing gear specified in the applicable Mooney Service and Maintenance Manual. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Mooney
Landing Gear; Nose Landing Gear Trunnions (February 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of Cessna 300 and 400 Models and Series airplanes of an airworthiness concern, specifically the recommendation to inspect the nose landing gear (NLG) trunnion to ensure that cracks are not present. If cracks are present, the trunnion should be replaced because a failure during landing may cause significant damage to the airplane and may cause injury to the occupants. Airplanes affected are all series of Cessna Models 310/335/340/401/402/404/411/414/421/425/441 and Reims 406. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Emergency Locator Beacon (February 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin alerts you, owners, operators, and maintainers of Merl, Inc. Batteries, used in Narco Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs), that there is a potential maintenance oversight related to inspection requirements in § 91.207 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR 91.207). This maintenance oversight could lead to undetected battery leakage and subsequent corrosion that could result in the ELT becoming inoperable. Regulatory action is not required at this time since the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under 14 CFR part 39.
Luscombe Model 8A Fuel System (February 2014)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts, owners, operators, of all Luscombe Model 8A airplanes equipped with a fuselage mounted main fuel tank and Continental A- 65-1 engines (the original production configuration) of an airworthiness concern, specifically the need for procedures to prevent the possible loss of power on takeoff and climb. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Luscombe
Fuselage: Aerodynamic Fairings (January 2014) This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises owners and operators of certain Cessna Aircraft Company Model 500, 550, S550, 552 and 560 airplanes modified by Sierra Industries, Ltd. STC SA8437SW and Cessna Aircraft Company Model 501 and 551 airplanes modified by Sierra Industries, Ltd. STC SA8458SW (Type Certificate Data Sheets A22CE and A27CE, respectively) of an airworthiness concern regarding radome latch covers. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
WING SPAR – Main Spar Lower Cap Cracks (December 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners and operators of certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. (Piper) Models PA-31*, PA-31-300, PA-31-325, and PA-31-350 airplanes, of cracking discovered in the wing main spar lower cap at the aircraft centerline spar splice plate. This SAIB also provides guidance on recommended inspections for these Piper airplane models at the damage location. *Note: The Model PA-31 may also be identified as a PA-31-310, even though the PA-31-310 is not a model recognized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on the type certificate data sheet. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piper
Flight Management Computing Systems; Navigation Database Updates - Data and Procedural Exclusions (November 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is written to inform and remind owners and operators about changes contained in manufacturers’ navigation database updates. The cyclical updates may exclude certain navigation data including approach procedures, which makes this information unavailable for selection on the aircraft flight management system or navigation equipment. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has determined that the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. The FAA continues to monitor these issues with the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Wing Spar Damage (November 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all airplane models of Univair Aircraft Corporation/under Type Certificate Data Sheets TCDS (A- 718/Mooney, ERCO/415C, 415CD) and A787 (ERCO, 415-D, E, G, Forney, F-1, F-1A, Alon, A- 2, A2-A, Mooney, M10) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides and references procedures to inspect and repair or replace, as necessary, affected airplanes with main wing spars showing evidence of inappropriate modifications and/or holes with or without cracks. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Placards and Markings: Flat Spin Recovery and Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) Revision of CAP 10B Aeroplanes (November 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to inform the owners and operators of APEX Aircraft CAP 10B airplanes, all serial numbers, of an airworthiness concern, specifically the need to provide more detailed information in the airplane flight manual (AFM) concerning recovery from a flat spin. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Aircraft Fuel Distribution System and Ice/Rain Protection System (September 2013)***Correction: SR22 serial number corrected from "3691" to "3961".*** This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises you of an airworthiness concern regarding 1) possible corrosion of the fuel return lines that pass through the Tecalemit KilfrostSheepbridge-Stokes(TKS) deicing fluid tank/s; and 2) softening of the sealant used in the TKS tank/s in the following Cirrus Design Corporation (CDC) airplanes: • Model SR22 airplanes, serial numbers 2334, 2420, and 2438 through 3691, equipped with ice protection. • Model SR22Tairplanes, serial numbers 0001 through 0556, equipped with ice protection. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant an airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39). This SAIB has been revised to correct an error that reduced the Model SR22 effectively by 270 airplanes.
Cirrus
Engine Exhaust; Tailpipe V-band Couplings (September 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel ofturbocharged, reciprocating engine-powered airplanes about the potential for in-flight fire as a result of failure of the exhaust system V-band coupling securing the tailpipe to the turbocharger, the wastegate overboard, or any other exhaust system V-band coupling. The FAA has issued airworthiness directives (AD) in the past concerning V-band couplings for specific airplane models. These ADs remain in effect where applicable. For those airplanes not affected by a V-band coupling AD, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition at this time that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 39.
Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOC) to Airworthiness Directive (AD) 89-25-10 and 89-25-08 (August 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) has been revised to correct the contact information for how to obtain the AMOC. This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is written to inform the public, users, operators, and repair and inspection facilities about how to obtain a copy of the universal global AMOC for AD 89-25-10 and AD 89-25-08.
ACFT Fuel Filter/Strainer (August 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators and maintenance Personnel of Lake Model LA-4-200 airplanes of an airworthiness concern regarding the loss of power during take-off due to inadequate fuel flow to the engine. This airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations part 39.
Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOC) to Airworthiness (August 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) has been revised to correct the contact information. This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is written to inform the public, users, operators, and repair and inspection facilities about how to obtain a copy of the universal global AMOC for AD 89- 25-10 and AD 89-25-08.
Flight Compartment (July 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises you of an airworthiness concern regarding the possible omission of the two reinforcement trussesin the folding front seat bottom in American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC) Models: All Model 7EC, serial numbers 1000-2006 through1032-2011 All Model 7ECA, serial numbers 1355-95 through 1408-2011 All Model 7GCAA, serial numbers 400-97 through 520-2010 All Model 7GCBC, serial numbers 1200-94 through 1466-2012 All Model 8KCAB, serial numbers 643-90 through 1114-2012 All Model 8GCBC, serial numbers 361-92 through 548-2012 All older 7AC, 7ACA, S7AC, 7BCM, 7CCM, S7CCM, 7DC, S7DC, 7EC, S7EC, 7ECA, 7FC, 7GC, 7GCA, 7GCAA, 7GCB, 7GCBA, 7GCBC, 7HC, 7JC, 7KC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, and 8GCBC with Folding Front Seats that have complied with AD 89-18-06 via replacement seat frame 7-1513 (adjustable) or 4-1454 (fixed) before the date of this letter. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant an airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39).
Flight Controls – Control Column Section (June 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Learjet Inc. Model 23 24, 24A, 24B, 24B-A, 24C, 24D, 24D-A, 24E, 24F, 24F-A, 25, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25F, 28, 29, 31, 31A, 35, 35A (C-21A), 36, and 36A airplanes of an airworthiness concern rega rding possible cracking in the control column of the flight controls. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that w ould warrant Airworthiness Directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 39.
Propeller Assembly; Installation Torque (June 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Cessna Aircraft Company Model 172Q airplanes about the potential for installation of the propeller using the incorrect propeller mounting bolt torque. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 39.
Cessna
Parachute Reserve Systems – Basik Air Concept (May 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin alerts you, owners, operators, and riggers of Basik Air Concept Parachutes that the Directorate General for Civil Aviation (France) or Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile (DGAC) has issued Emergency Airworthiness Directive (EAD) UF- 2012-007. This EAD specifies that European owners and operators return to the manufacturer all reserve parachute systems manufactured by Basik Air Concept and delivere d after September 30, 2011 without a European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Form 1 release certificate. The airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Propeller Spinner Section (May 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin alerts you, owners, operators, and certificated repair facilities of Piper PA-24, Piper PA-28R-180, Piper PA-28R-200, and Mooney M20( ) airplanes, except for the Mooney M20(J), equipped with Hartzell Propeller spinner assemblies, part numbers (P/N) 835-54(P) or 835-58(P), of the potential for cracking of the spinner dome which could lead to failure and liberation of the spinner. The airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piper
Equipment/Furnishings: Koito Industries Passenger Seats (May 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises registered owners, operators, and original equipment manufacturers of transport category airplanes having certain Koito Industries passenger seats of information related to Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2011–12–01.
Engine Exhaust; Tailpipe V-band Couplings (May 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Cessna Aircraft Company Model T206H airplanes about the potential for in-flight fire as a result of failure of the V-band coupling (V-band clamp) securing the tailpipe to the turbocharger or the wastegate elbow to the wastegate valve. This SAIB has been revised to add information to the Background and Recommendation sections to correctly identify the configuration of the affected FAA approved parts. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 39.
Cessna
Aircraft Fuel Systems- Fuel System Ice Inhibitors (April 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises pilots, operators, and manufacturers of airplanes of the results that can occur if airplane flight manual (AFM) limitations, instructions, or placard information for adding fuel system ice inhibitors (FSII) are not adequately highlighted and closely followed for airplanes that require these additives for safe operation. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Flight Controls – Frayed Flap Extend Cables (April 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is intended to remind owners and operators of any airplane with cable-driven flight controls of the importance of adhering to existing inspection procedures in the applicable maintenance or shop manuals. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), part 39.
Cessna
Electrical Power System – Circuit Breaker Switch (March 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises owners and operators of various airplanes equipped with W31 series switch style circuit breakers (SSCB) manufactured by Tyco or Potter Brumfield of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, there have been known continued failures of these SSCBs on Cessna Aircraft Company airplanes and Beechcraft Corporation (formerly known as Hawker Beechcraft Corporation) airplanes. These circuit breaker switches may also be installed on other type certificated airplanes as well as homebuilt airplanes. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition for the current production Tyco SSCBs that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Beechcraft/ Hawker Beechcraft
Cessna
Ice and Rain Protection; Reduced Visibility Flying in Rain or Mist (March 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to advise you of an airworthiness concern on Viking (deHavilland) Model DHC-3 Otter airplanes. Specifically, it recommends that operators apply a rain repellent compound to the forward windshield before flights where rain or mist conditions are anticipated. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39). Background
Viking
Fuselage – Cracking at Aft Tail Post Weld Joint on Piper Model PA-18 (L-21) Airplanes (February 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners and operators of certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-18 (L-21) airplanes, of cracking discovered in the weld joint of the aft fuselage tail post. This SAIB also provides guidance on recommended inspections for various Piper airplane models with similar tail post configurations. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piper
Hydraulic Power Pack/Landing Gear System (February 2013)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises owners and operators of Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172RG, R182, TR182, FR182, 210N, T210N, 210R, T210R, P210N, P210R, and T303 airplanes, of an airworthiness concern, regarding landing gear hydraulic power pack systems. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Awareness of NTSB Performance Study and Addendum (December 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is sent to advise manufacturers of airplanes certified under parts 23 and 25 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR parts 23 and 25) to consider the possibility that the airplane’s maximum lift coefficient in ground effect may be lower than its maximum lift coefficient in free air.
Doors: Cargo/Baggage Door (December 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to advise you of an airworthiness concern on Cessna Model 425 airplanes. Specifically, it recommends pilots follow the emergency procedures section of the Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) for “Nose Baggage Door Open on Takeoff” if they experience an open nose baggage door (or avionics door, if equipped). At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39).
Engine Exhaust; Tailpipe V-band Couplings (December 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Cessna Aircraft Company Model T206H airplanes about the potential for in-flight fire as a result of failure of the V-band coupling (V-band clamp) securing the tailpipe to the turbocharger or the wastegate elbow to the wastegate valve. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 39.
Cessna
CONTINUED: Passenger Compartment Equipment: Seat to Seat Track Attach Fittings (November 2012)This document contains instructions required to inspect and replace track fittings if applicable. Refer to component maintenance manual for installation instructions. The seats to be modified must be inspected for serviceability prior to modification. It is recommended that the affected seat assy not be disassembled any further than absolutely necessary to accomplish this modification. Seat integrity after modification must be meet or exceed the original condition. (Photos included in reference document)
: Passenger Compartment Equipment: Seat to Seat Track Attach Fittings (November 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises owners and operators of all transport category aircraft with Weber Aircraft LLC seats models 4001, 4004, 5150, 5200, 6002, 6200, 7001, 7501, 7502, 8000 and 8001 installed, that the rear track fittings, part number 840620-401/-403, can potentially be installed incorrectly. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Window/Windshield System (October 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises registered owners and operators of transport category airplanes of an airworthiness concern regarding discrepant windows and windshields that were previously repaired by Aircraft Transparencies Repair (ATR).
Exhaust systems; Piper PA-23-250 (September 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners and operators of Piper Model PA-23-250 (Aztec) aircraft equipped with Lycoming IO-540-C4B5 engines, of an airworthiness concern with the engines’ crossover exhaust assemblies. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant an airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piper
Stabilizers; Pacific Aerospace Limited (Fletcher) Horizontal Stabilizer Trim System (August 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is being issued to inform the public about an airworthiness issue identified by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of New Zealand concerning the Pacific Aerospace Limited (Fletcher) FU24 series airplanes. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under title 14 of the code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39).
Pacific Aerospace
Flight Controls – Loose Glide Screw (August 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of an airworthiness concern, specifically the possibility of a loose glide screw in the control column(s) on Cessna Models 177, 177A, 177B, 177RG, F177RG, 182E, 182F, 182G, 182H, 182J, 182K, 182L, 182M, 182N, 182P, 182Q, 182R, 182S, 182T, T182, F182P, F182Q, FR182, R182, TR182, T182T, 210-5 (205), 210-5A (205A), 206, U206, U206A, TU206A, TU206B, U206C, TU206C, U206D, TU206D, U206E, TU206E, U206F, TU206F, U206G, TU206G, P206, P206A, TP206A, P206B, TP206B, P206C, TP206C, P206D, TP206D, P206E, TP206E, 206H, T206H, 207, T207, 207A, T207A, 210B, 210C, 210D, 210E, 210F, T210F, 210G, T210G, 210H, T210H, 210J, T210J, 210K, T210K, 210L, T210L, 210M, T210M, 210R, T210R, P210N, P210R, T303, 337C, T337C, 337D, T337D, 337E, T337E, 337F, T337F, 337G, 337H, T337H, F337E, FT337E, F337F, FT337F, F337G, F337H, T337H-SP, P337H, M337B, FT337GP, and FT337HP airplanes. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Main Landing Gear: Drag Arm (August 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises registered owners and operators of all North American Model B-25 series airplanes of an airworthiness concern regarding failure of the drag arm of the main landing gear (MLG).
Flight Controls: Aileron - Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (June 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (formerly Raytheon Aircraft and Beech Aircraft Corporation) Bonanza (reference all model numbers on Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) A-777 and 3A15), Baron (reference all model numbers on TCDS 3A16 and A23CE), King Air Series and 1900 Airliner (reference all model numbers except 1900D on TCDS 3A20, A14CE, A24CE, and A31CE) airplanes about the potential issue of improperly installed ailerons. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant Airworthiness Directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Hawker Beechcraft/ Hawker
Main Landing Gear: Cracking “A” Frame Assemblies (June 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is intended to inform you, owners, operators and maintenance personnel, of cracking of part number (P/N) 105-810023-75 and P/N 105-810023- 76 main landing gear (MLG) “A” frame assemblies on Hawker Beechcraft Model Series 76 (also referred to as Beechcraft Duchess) airplanes. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Landing Gear Retraction/Extension System, Nose Landing Gear (June 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd (MHI) MU-2B series aircraft (all models listed in Type Certificate Data Sheets A2PC and A10SW) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides notification of improvements made to the maintenance manual, maintenance requirements manual, and parts catalog to clarify the proper orientation and position of the nose landing gear (NLG) drag strut down-lock link. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Mitsubishi (MHI)
Cessna 336, 337: frayed flap extend cables (May 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of an airworthiness concern, specifically the possibility of frayed flap extend cables on Cessna Models F337, 336, and 337 (all derivatives) airplanes. This SAIB is being revised to specifically call out the Model F337 instead of relying on operators to understand that it is included in the “(all derivatives)” statement. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Gulfstream 500,600,900X,950,1000; Cirrus Perspective; Embraer ProdigyThis Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises you, owners and operators of the G500/G500H/G600 systems, and all G900X, G950, G1000, G1000H, Cirrus Perspective™, and Embraer Prodigy® Integrated Flight Deck Systems with GRS 77 software versions 2.10 through 3.02 and GRS 77H software version 3.50, of an unintentional reset during sustained bank turns. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cirrus
Embraer
Gulfstream
Eclipse EA500: Wing, Fuselage Attache Fittings (May 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all Eclipse Aerospace, Inc. EA500 model series aircraft (under Type Certificate Data Sheet A00002AC) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides guidance for inspection of the wing main spar and mating fuselage attach lugs for corrosion. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Eclipse
Eclipse EA500: Battery/Charger System (April 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all Eclipse Aerospace, Inc. EA500 model series aircraft (under Type Certificate Data Sheet A00002AC) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides notification of the hazards of having an unapproved battery charging system installed. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Eclipse
Various GA aircraft (April 2012): Flight Compartment Equipment; Inflatable Seat Restraintsrelevant to all airplanes equipped with a restraint system. This includes airplanes certificated under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 23, as well as those certificated under the previous Civil Air Regulations (CAR) part 3. This information is also relevant to any special lightsport category airplanes (S-LSA), experimental light-sport airplanes (E-LSA), and experimental amateur-built airplanes. At this time, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has determined that this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under 14 CFR part 39.
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Cessna
Cirrus
Cessna 336, 337: Frayed flap extend cables (April 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of an airworthiness concern, specifically the possibility of frayed flap extend cables on Cessna Models 336 and 337 (all derivatives) airplanes. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), part 39.
Cessna
Cessna 500/501/550: aircraft fuel system (March 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts you, owners/operators of Cessna Aircraft Company Models 500, 501 and 550 Airplanes with an installed auxiliary fuel tank following Sierra Industries, Ltd. Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) SA80RM or SA152RM, of new instructions for continued airworthiness (ICA). At this time, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has determined this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Hawker Beechcraft 33, 35, 36 series (Debonair/Bonanza) (February 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is intended to remind owners and operators of the importance of adhering to existing inspection procedures in the applicable maintenance or shop manuals. Specifically, this SAIB focuses on the condition of the forward elevator cable assembly as it routes through closely spaced pulleys forward of the instrument panel on Hawker Beechcraft Corporation 33, 35, and 36 series (Debonair/Bonanza) airplanes. However, it also applies to the entire flight control system on any airplane model with cable-driven flight controls. Inadequate inspection of the flight control cables may result in undetected wear and/or corrosion that could lead to cable breakage. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant Airworthiness Directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Beechcraft/ Hawker Beechcraft
Cessna 510: Elevator Trim Tab Control System (Feb 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts owners and operators of Cessna Model 510 airplanes of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB informs owners and operators of reports of pitch trim freezing and provides guidance and recommendations on how to reduce the likelihood of this occurring. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
Cessna 172, 182, 206: DC Power Distribution System - Avionics Master Switch (Jan 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners and operators of an airworthiness concern associated with the avionics master switch on Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) Model 172R, 172S, 182T, T182T, 206H and T206H airplanes. There is a potential for an accelerated rate of failure of the switch, which may result in the loss of avionics equipment on Garmin G1000-equipped airplanes. Although failure of the switch can result in loss of equipment, these airplanes are designed such that avionics equipment necessary for the pilot to continue safe flight and landing are still maintained through the aircraft’s electrical system. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant an airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39).
Cessna
Landing Gear, Tire Tube. Goodyear Aviation Tires, Flight Mate Butyl SAIB: CE-11-47R1 Inner Tube, 7.00-8.00-6 (Jan 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts operators, pilots, and aircraft manufacturers of possible inner tube failures made from butyl rubber by Goodyear Aviation Tires, (Goodyear). At this time, the failure of the inner tubes is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. The SAIB has been revised to incorporate updated information from Goodyear and highlight inner tube failures are not limited to only cold weather operations.
Cessna 150-337 series: seat tracks (January 2012)AD 2011-10-09 currently requires repetitive inspections of the seat track areas with replacement of damaged parts on Cessna 150, 152, 170, 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 190, 195, 206, 207, 210, T303, 336, and 337 series airplanes. Since issuance of AD 2011-10-09, the type-certificate holder (Cessna Aircraft Company) has made available three AMOCs for those who must comply with AD 2011-10-09. Briefly, these AMOCs can be described as: 1. Repair procedures for steel seat foot / roller housings for Cessna Series 150 and 152 airplanes; 2. Relief for some operators from the required 100 hour repetitive seat track inspections; and 3. Roller housing inspections for the various Cessna Models listed in AD 2011-10-09.
Cessna
Eclipse EA500: aileron joints/replacements (January 2012)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all Eclipse Aerospace, Inc. EA500 model series aircraft (under Type Certificate Data Sheet A00002AC) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides guidance for inspection of the aileron joints and replacement with redesigned parts. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Eclipse
Diamond DA20: Nose Landing Fork Assembly (December 2011)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is issued to inform owners and maintainers of Diamond DA20 series aircraft of a potential unsafe condition regarding the cracking of the nose landing gear (NLG) fork assembly. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Diamond
Avox- all models: first aid and emergency medical kits (November 2011)Introduction This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is intended to alert owners and operators of all aircraft of the potential that first aid kits sold by Avox Systems, Inc. may contain contaminated iodine wipes (labeled as Applicator, Antiseptic and also referred to as iodine or povidine prep pads). Background 14 CFR 91.513, 14 CFR 121.803, 14 CFR 125.207, and 14 CFR 135.177 require aircraft operated under those parts to have certain emergency equipment. This includes first aid and emergency medical kits. The FAA has been notified by Avox Systems, Inc., of potential contamination of certain iodine wipes. The wipes are included as antiseptic swabs as part of first aid kits. Additionally, these wipes were also sold individually and as replacement parts. The manufacturer of the wipes has issued a recall.
Avox Systems
All makes/models: fuel tank systems (November 2011)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to inform pilots, owners, operators, and maintenance and service personnel of general aviation aircraft of the hazards associated with water contamination of fuel tank systems. The fuel tank system consists of all tanks, components, lines, fittings, etc., from the fuel tank to the engine. This SAIB is similar to SAIB CE-10-40R1, dated July 30, 2010, which addresses specific Cessna aircraft models, and is meant to cover general aviation aircraft not included in SAIB CE-10-40R1. At this time, the Federal Aviation Administration has determined that this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 39.
Piaggio P-180: pitot static system (November 2011)This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to inform the owners and operators of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. (Piaggio) P-180 airplanes, manufacturers serial numbers 1105 through 1213 and 1218, of an airworthiness concern, specifically water freezing in the pitot-static system in flight resulting in dual air data computer (ADC) failures. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Piaggio
CE-12-03This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to inform owners and operators of an airworthiness concern on 1996 and after Cessna Model 172R and 172S reciprocating engine powered airplanes. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Cessna
CE-12-01This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin informs you of a possible airworthiness concern on Extra Aircraft Models EA-300/L, EA-300/LT, and EA-300/LC airplanes, all serial numbers. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant an airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39).
Extra
CE-11-58This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin is issued to inform owners and maintainers of Zenair CH2000 series aircraft of a potential unsafe condition regarding the cracking of the nose landing gear (NLG) weld. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Zenair
CE-11-29R1This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) 414A and 421C aircraft with S-TEC Corporation (S-TEC) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA08996AC-D (system 55/55X) with optional Trim installed, Cessna 414A and 421C aircraft with S-TEC STC SA7787SW-D (system 65) with optional Trim installed, and Cessna 414A and 421C aircraft with S-TEC STC SA7790SW-D (system 60) with optional Trim installed, of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides guidance on procedures for inspection of the rudder trim tab blocks which were relocated during the installation of the STC. This SAIB also provides guidance on inspecting phenolic blocks for wear along the flight control system.
Cessna
CE-11-57This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-400, AT-400A, AT-402, AT-402A, and AT-402B airplanes (under Type Certificate Data Sheets A9SW and A17SW) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides for general and detailed inspection for fatigue cracking of the engine mount tube. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Air Tractor
CE-11-49This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-802 and AT-802A airplanes (under Type Certificate Data Sheet A19SW) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides guidance for general and detailed inspection and lubrication instructions for the elevator trim control system. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Air Tractor
CE-11-47This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerts operators, pilots, and aircraft manufacturers of possible inner tube failures made from butyl rubber by Goodyear Aviation Tires, (Goodyear). At this time, the failure of the inner tubes is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
CE-11-43This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises you of an airworthiness concern regarding possible interference with flight control due to loose objects in American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC) Models 7EC, 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, & 8GCBC airplanes. At this time, this airworthiness concern is not considered an unsafe condition that would warrant an airworthiness directive action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 39).
Bellanca/Alexandria/Aeronca/American Champion
CE-11-41This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) informs registered owners/operators of all Air Tractor, Inc. AT-300, AT-301, AT-302, AT-400, AT-400A, AT-401, AT-401A, AT-401B, AT-402, AT-402A, AT-402B, AT-501, AT-502, AT-502A, AT-502B, AT-503, AT-503A, and AT-504 model series aircraft (under Type Certificate Data Sheets A9SW and A17SW) of an airworthiness concern. Specifically, this SAIB provides general and detailed inspection for fatigue cracking of the fuselage frame wing attach tube. At this time, this airworthiness concern has not been determined to be an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
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Last Updated: 12/2/2015