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2016-06-07: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2006-22-15 for all The Boeing Company Model 747-100, 747-100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, 747SR, and 747SP series airplanes. AD 2006-22-15 required repetitive inspections for cracking of certain panel webs and stiffeners of the nose wheel well (NWW), and corrective actions if necessary; and replacement of certain panels with new panels, which terminates the repetitive inspections. This new AD reduces a compliance time and adds certain inspections and an applicable repair. This AD was prompted by multiple reports of fatigue cracking in the NWW top panel and side panel webs and stiffeners. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue cracking of the NWW side and top panels, which could result in a NWW depressurization event severe enough to reduce the structural integrity of the fuselage.
70-22-06: 70-22-06\tBOEING: Amdt 39-1100. Applies to Model 747 Series Airplanes. \n\n\tCompliance required as indicated. \n\n\tTo prevent fuel leakage and possible engine fire due to a damaged or misaligned engine cowl fluid drain bellows seal, accomplish the following: \n\n\t(a)\tWithin the next 100 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless the seal modification in accordance with (b) or (c), below, have been previously accomplished, inspect the bellows seal on the gang drain assembly each time the engine cowl doors are closed to insure proper seal installation and seating on the drain duct in accordance with the inspection instructions in Boeing Service Bulletin 71-2018, Revision 2, dated June 18, 1970, or later FAA approved revision or an equivalent method approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. \n\n\t(b)\tWithin the next 300 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless previously accomplished, inspect the aft fueldrain duct for proper alignment with the turbine case and combustion chamber drains and modify the engine fluid drain bellows seal in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 71-2018, Revision 2, dated June 18, 1970, or later FAA approved revision or an equivalent method approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. \n\n\t(c)\tWithin the next 1500 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, modify the engine gang drain bellows seal in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 71-2030, dated October 16, 1970, or later FAA approved revision or an equivalent method approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. \n\n\t(d)\tUpon completion of the work described in (c), the inspection and modification requirements of (a) and (b) are no longer applicable. \n\n\tThis amendment becomes effective on November 3, 1970.
72-09-01: 72-09-01 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS: Amendment 39-1436 as amended by Amendment 39-1636 is further amended by Amendment 39-2844. Applies to all Model DC-9 series airplanes listed in McDonnell Douglas Service Bulletin No. 54-27 dated March 3, 1972, or later FAA-approved revisions, and Military C-9A (DC-9-32F) airplanes. \n\n\tCompliance required as indicated. \n\n\tTo prevent failures of the engine mount pylon as the result of cracks in the engine pylon upper aft spar caps (P/N 9958154-5, and -6) and/or the titanium straps (P/N 9958154-17 and -18) and supporting structure, accomplish the following: \n\n\tA.\tFor aircraft with more than 4000 hours time in service: Within the next 150 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, conduct visual inspections for evidence of cracking, in accordance with the following procedure. \n\n\t\t1.\tVisually inspect the upper and lower surfaces of the titanium straps, P/N 9958154-17 and -18, and the upper and lower surfaces of the steel spar caps, P/N 9958154-5 and -6, at the first, second and third fasteners inboard of the fuselage shell; and, \n\n\t\t2.\tVisually inspect the aft face and lower surface of the titanium straps, P/N 9958154-17 and -18, and the lower surface of the steel spar caps, P/N 9958154-5 and -6, at the first, second and third fasteners outboard of the fuselage shell; and, \n\n\t\t3.\tVisually inspect the bend radius and areas around the vertical line of rivets in the pylon rear spar supporting bulkhead shear clips, P/N 9912246-43 and -44, inside the fuselage shell between longerons 14 and 16; and, \n\n\t\t4.\tVisually inspect the bend radius and areas around the horizontal line of rivets in the outboard leg of the intercostals, P/N 9915596-3 and -4, which attach to the fuselage skin between the pylon rear spar supporting bulkhead and next aft fuselage frame (P/N 5913596) inside the fuselage shell; and, \n\n\t\t5.\tVisually inspect the bend radius and areas around the vertical line of rivetsin the outboard leg of the fuselage frame shear clips, (P/N 5913596-11 and -12, P/N 5913595-11 and -12), inside the fuselage shell, at the first and second fuselage frames (P/N's 5913596 and 5913595) aft of the rear spar support bulkhead. \n\n\t\t6.\tIf a crack is found: \n\n\t\t\ta.\tIn the pylon structure (other than the rear spar upper cap and/or strap) or adjacent fuselage structure, before further flight, replace the cracked parts with new parts of the same design, or repair in accordance with instructions prescribed in the Douglas DC-9 Structural Repair Manual, or repair in a manner approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. After accomplishment of the above, perform the radiographic inspections specified in paragraph B. \n\n\t\t\tb.\tIn the spar cap(s), P/N 9958154-5 and/or -6, and/or strap(s), P/N 9958154-17 and/or -18, before further flight, replace the cracked parts with new parts of the same design; or, replace the cracked steel spar cap(s), P/N 9958154-5 and/or -6, with a new cap(s) of the same design, and replace the titanium strap(s), P/N 9958154-17 and/or -18, with a new design steel strap(s), P/N 5917717-3 and/or -4, using new larger diameter interference fit fasteners, in accordance with Douglas Service Bulletin S/B 54-27, dated 3 March 1972, or later FAA approved revisions; or, replace the spar cap(s), P/N 9958154-5 and/or -6 with a new spar cap(s), P/N 5917717-37 and/or -38 or 9958154-43 and/or -44 and replace the strap(s), P/N 9958154-17 and/or -18, with a new strap(s), P/N 5917717-39 and/or -40 in accordance with Douglas Service Bulletin 54-31 dated August 24, 1976 or later FAA approved revisions. \n\n\t\t7.\ta.\tWhen a new spar cap or strap of the same (i.e. original) design is installed in accordance with the requirements in 6.b., accomplish the inspections specified in paragraph B until the existing (retained) part (cap or strap) is replaced with a new part in accordance with the requirements in 6.b., at which time the inspection requirements in paragraph 7.b. apply (Note: accumulation of 4000 hours time in service is based on earliest replaced part (cap or strap)); or \n\n\t\t\tb.\tUpon installation of both a new spar cap and a new strap of the same (i.e. original) design, the inspections required in paragraphs A and B may be discontinued until these parts accumulate 4000 hours time in service, at which time reinstate the program of inspections and any necessary replacement or repairs per this AD; or, \n\n\t\t\tc.\tUpon installation of new improved design steel strap(s), P/N 5917717-3 and/or -4, in conjunction with an existing (retained) uncracked steel spar cap(s) P/N 9958154-5 and/or -6, using new larger diameter interference fit fasteners, in accordance with Douglas S/B 54-27, or later FAA approved revision; or, new spar cap(s), P/N 5917717-37 and/or -38 or P/N 9958154-43 and/or -44 and a new strap(s), P/N 5917717-39 and/or -40 in accordance with the Douglas Service Bulletin 54-31 dated August 24, 1976 or later FAA approved revisions; the inspections required in paragraphs A and B of this AD are no longer applicable. \n\n\tB.\tIf no cracks are found after accomplishment of the inspections required by paragraph A-1 through A-5, or, after repair or replacement of parts as specified in 6(a), within the next 1200 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD and thereafter, at intervals not to exceed 1200 hours time in service from the last inspection, inspect the upper aft steel spar caps, P/N 9958154-5 and -6 and titanium cap straps, P/N 9958154-17 and -18, using radiographic inspection methods in accordance with the instructions outlined in Douglas All Operators Letter, AOL 9-666 dated November 22, 1971, (X-rays numbers 1, 1A, 2, 3, 7 and 8 are not required) or equivalent inspection means approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region; or, replace the titanium strap(s), P/N 9958154-17 and/or -18, with a new steel strap(s), P/N 5917717-3 and/or -4, using new larger diameter interference fit fasteners in accordance with the instructions specified in Douglas Service Bulletin 54-27, dated March 3, 1972, or later FAA approved revisions; or, replace the spar cap(s), P/N 9958154-5 and/or -6 with a new spar cap(s), P/N 5917717-37 and/or -38 or 9958154-43 and/or -44 and replace the strap(s), P/N 9958154-17 and/or -18, with a new strap(s), P/N 5917717-39 and/or -40 in accordance with Douglas Service Bulletin 54-31 dated August 24, 1976, or later FAA approved revisions. Upon accomplishment of the above rear spar upper cap and strap modifications specified in S/B 54-27 or S/B 54-31, the inspections required in Paragraphs A and B may be discontinued. \n\n\tNOTE: Prior to installation of the new steel strap(s) P/N 5917717-3 and/or -4 per Service Bulletin 54-27, determine by radiographic inspection methods specified in Douglas AOL 9-666 or other FAA-approved equivalent inspection means (visual inspection is not considered satisfactory) that the existing (retained) steel cap is not cracked and shows no other signs of damage. \n\n\tIf cracks are found as a result of the radiographic inspections, before further flight, replace the cracked parts as specified in paragraph 6(b) and accomplish the inspections in accordance with the instructions in 7.a, 7.b and 7.c, as applicable. \n\n\tAircraft which have accumulated more than 1200 hours time in service as of the effective date of this amendment to AD 72-09-01, must be X-ray inspected within 150 hours time in service after the effective date of this amendment to AD 72-09-01, or the accumulation of 1500 hours total time in service, whichever occurs earlier. \n\n\tAmendment 39-1436 supersedes Amendment 39-1418 (37 F.R. 6380), AD 72-07-06. \n\n\tAmendment 39-1436 became effective April 25, 1972. \n\n\tAmendment 39-1636 became effective May 14, 1973 for all persons except those to whom it was made effective by telegrams dated April 7, 1973 and April 21, 1973, which contained these amendments.This amendment 39-2844 becomes effective March 3, 1977.
2024-23-10: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42 and ATR72 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that for airplanes converted from passenger to cargo configuration using certain supplemental type certificates, no height limitation for the cargo, when loaded in the cargo compartment, is defined, and that as a consequence, cargo might be loaded up to the ceiling of the cargo compartment. This AD requires modification of the cargo compartment and implementation of updated cargo loading procedures. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2016-06-03: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A319-131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-232 and - 233 airplanes; and Model A321-131, -231, and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of forward engine mount attachment pins that were manufactured from discrepant raw material. This AD requires identification and replacement of affected forward engine mount attachment pins. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of a forward engine mount attachment pin, possible loss of an engine in-flight, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
53-26-01: 53-26-01 BRIGGS AND STRATTON: Applies to All Airplanes Equipped With AAF Type B-5 Ignition Switch Manufactured by Briggs and Stratton. Affected Airplanes Include Beech Models D18S (Serial Numbers A-1 Through A-537), D18C, D18C-T, C18S and AT-11 Having the AAF Type B-5 Briggs and Stratton Switch Installed. Compliance required not later than April 1, 1954. Design of the Briggs and Stratton AAF Type B-5 switch will permit foreign objects to enter the master ignition switch portion of the switch assembly. As a result, the magnetos of both engines connected to the switch may accidentally become grounded. Gaps in the enclosure of the Briggs and Stratton master switch can allow entry of foreign objects; whereas, AAF Type B-5 switches produced by other manufacturers are tightly sealed. These latter switches are not considered hazardous. Briggs and Stratton AAF Type B-5 switches are identified by: (1) The letters "AAF TYPE B-5" on the face of the switch and (2)The words "Briggs & Stratton Corp., Milwaukee, Wis., U.S.A." stamped on the master switch enclosure. Determination of whether the switch carries the designation of (2) will probably necessitate examination with a flashlight and mirror or removal of the switch from its mount in the airplane. If AAF Type B-5 switches manufactured by Briggs and Stratton are installed, accomplish either of the following: (a) Replace the Briggs and Stratton AAF Type B-5 switch with a Type B-5 switch having the master ignition switch portion adequately sealed against entry of foreign objects. (b) Remove the master ignition and battery switch portion of the Briggs and Stratton AAF Type B-5 in the following manner: 1. Remove the switch assembly from its mount on the airplane. 2. Drill out the three rivets attaching the master switch portion to the face plate of the ignition switch assembly. 3. The six electrical wires connecting the master switch portion to the threaded terminals are to be disconnected at the threaded terminals and discarded with the master switch portion. 4. Clean the ignition switch brass ground strip to make a good electrical contact and rivet it to the case with AN rivet. 5. Reinstall the modified Type B-5 ignition switch assembly in the airplane. Minor rework of the airplane electrical system may be required if the electrical master switch was connected through the Type B-5 master ignition and battery switch. NOTE: Proper precautions should be observed when the ignition switch is removed or disconnected since the engine magnetos are not grounded. (Beech Service Bulletin; Model D18S, D-18C, D-18C-T, C18S, AT-11; No. 64, issued November 10, 1953, covers this same subject.)
2003-09-11: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to certain Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. (Pilatus) Models PC-12 and PC-12/45 airplanes. This AD requires you to inspect the pedestal leg assembly on aft facing passenger seats for correct configuration. If incorrectly configured, this AD requires you to modify to the correct configuration. This AD is the result of mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the airworthiness authority for Switzerland. The actions specified by this AD are intended to detect and correct pedestal leg assemblies on aft facing passenger seats that are in nonconformance with manufacturing standards. Nonconforming passenger seats could result in passenger injury in an emergency situation.
2003-04-15: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the specified Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) model helicopters. This action requires determining the manufacturer of a certain part-numbered rotor brake disc (RBD) and if the manufacturer is Parker Hannifin Corporation (PHC), re-identifying the RBD as appropriate. This action also requires before the first flight of the next day following any day in which a certain RBD was used, visually inspecting the RBD for a crack. If a crack is found, this AD also requires replacing the RBD with an airworthy RBD or deactivating it as applicable depending on the nature of the crack. This amendment is prompted by the discovery that certain RBDs manufactured by PHC were improperly heat treated resulting in "soft" RBDs that have an increased wear rate compared to those heat treated in accordance with the type design requirement. Further investigation reveals that "soft" RBDs develop cracks more frequently than previously manufactured RBDs. The actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent failure of the RBD, damage to the rotor blades and nearby hydraulic and fuel lines, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
48-31-01: 48-31-01 GRUMMAN: Applies to G-44 and G-44A Aircraft. To be accomplished by September 15, 1948. Inspect upper terminal (P/N 17257-1) of stabilizer strut (P/N 17256) for cracks extending radially from the outside edge of the ears to the inside of the hole in which the shoulder bushings are pressed. Cracked terminals should be replaced with steel terminals. All terminals without cracks may be left in service if inspected every 100 hours. (Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corp. Service Bulletin No. 22 dated July 1, 1948, covers this same subject.)
2008-26-12: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. 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: This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is prompted by the discovery on L 23 SUPER-BLANIK sailplanes of cracks in zones where the front and aft control levers attach the connecting rod designated as "control bridge'' on the relevant Illustrated Parts Catalogues (IPC). If left uncorrected cracks could propagate and lead to the breakage of the connecting rod with subsequent loss of control of the sailplane. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products.