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2005-12-06: The FAA is superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) (formerly Bendix) S-20, S- 1200, D-2000, and D-3000 series magnetos equipped with impulse coupling assemblies. That AD currently requires replacing riveted-impulse coupling assemblies and snap-ring coupling assemblies, which are worn beyond limits, with serviceable riveted-impulse coupling assemblies or snap-ring impulse coupling assemblies. This ad requires a reduced inspection interval for magnetos with riveted-impulse coupling assemblies installed on certain Lycoming engine models. This AD does not lower the inspection interval for magnetos with snap-ring impulse coupling assemblies. This AD also limits the applicability to certain Lycoming engine models. This AD results from data provided by the manufacturer that shows a need to reduce the inspection intervals for riveted-impulse coupling assemblies used on certain Lycoming engine models. We are issuing this AD to preventfailure of the magneto impulse coupling assembly and possible engine failure. DATES: This AD becomes effective July 19, 2005. The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications as listed in the regulations as of July 18, 1996 (61 FR 29934, June 13, 1996).
2018-04-13: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Honeywell International Inc. AS907 series turbofan engines. This AD was prompted by seven loss-of-thrust-control events attributed to water intrusion of the engine electronic control unit (ECU). This AD requires applying sealant to identified areas of the ECU and requires inserting a copy of certain airplane operating procedures into the applicable flight manuals. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2018-01-12 R1: We are revising airworthiness directive (AD) 2018-01-12 for Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B3 helicopters to correct an error. As published, AD 2018-01-12 referenced an incorrect monostable toggle switch part number (P/N) in the preamble and regulatory text. This document corrects the error. In all other respects, the original document remains the same.
81-21-06: 81-21-06 SOCIETE NATIONALE INDUSTRIELLE AEROSPATIALE (SNIAS): Amendment 39-4226. Applies to all Model SA 330 series helicopters certificated in all categories. (Airworthiness Docket No. 81-ASW-42.) Compliance is required within 50 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished. To ensure bearing lubrication and to prevent balls escaping from each main rotor blade lever assembly eyebolt pivot ball bearing, accomplish the following: (a) Applies to main rotor heads P/N 330A.31.0020 and 330A.31.0030, all dash numbers, not modified to AMS 07.43.008. Incorporate modification AMS 07.43.008 as described in paragraph 2, Accomplishment Instructions, of SNIAS Service Bulletin No. 65.30, dated November 20, 1979, or FAA approved equivalent. (b) Applies to main rotor heads P/N 330A.31.0020 and 330A.31.0030, all dash numbers, not modified to AMS 07.43.028. Incorporate modification AMS 07.43.028 as described in paragraph 2, Accomplishment Instructions, of SNIAS Service Bulletin No. 65.38, dated July 4, 1980, or FAA approved equivalent. (c) Applies to main rotor heads P/N 330A.31.0000.05 to .18 inclusive not modified to AMS 330A.07.43.038, and main rotor heads 330A.31.0020.00 to .04 inclusive not modified to AMS 330A.07.43.037, and main rotor heads P/N 330A.31.0030.00 to .03 inclusive not modified to AMS 330A.07.43.037. Inspect in accordance with paragraph C, Description, of SNIAS Service Bulletin No. 01.33, dated March 31, 1981, or FAA approved equivalent. Before further flight, replace bearings which are not fitted with sealing flange retaining ring, with serviceable bearings having the same MRC part number, that are fitted with the sealing flange retaining ring, or with serviceable bearings manufactured by FAFNIR, or with an FAA approved equivalent bearing. (d) Equivalent means of compliance with this AD must be approved by the Chief, Aircraft Certification Staff, AEU-100, Europe, Africa, and Middle East Office, Federal Aviation Administration, c/o American Embassy, Brussels Belgium. This amendment becomes effective October 12, 1981.
61-24-03: 61-24-03 DOUGLAS: Amdt. 371 Part 507 Federal Register November 23, 1961. Applies to All DC-8 Aircraft, Serial Nos. 45252-45289, 45291-45306, 45376-45393, 45408-45413, 45416-45419, 45421-45431, 45433-45437, 45442-45445, 45526, 45565-45570, 45588-45606, 45609-45614, 45616-45628, 45636. \n\n\tCompliance required within 1,000 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, but in no event later than February 28, 1962. \n\n\tTo prevent inadvertent application of forward thrust when reverse thrust is desired under emergency conditions, the following modification shall be accomplished: \n\n\tIncorporate a throttle-thrust brake interlock system which will: \n\n\t(a)\tPrevent application of reverse thrust until the reverse buckets are in the reverse thrust position, and \n\n\t(b)\tReturn a throttle to the detent position should the corresponding buckets move from the reverse thrust position. \n\n\tThe modification shall be accomplished in accordance with technical data approved by theChief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch, FAA Western Region. \n\n\t(Douglas DC-8 Service Bulletin Nos. 78-48, 78-50, 78-51 and 78-52 for DC-8 aircraft equipped with JT3C6, JT3D-1, JT4A and Rolls Royce RCO-12 engines, respectively, pertain to this same subject and describe particular FAA approved means of compliance with this AD.) \n\n\tWhen the above modification is accomplished, compliance with the provisions of AD 61-21-02 is no longer required. \n\n\tThis directive effective November 23, 1961.
98-20-34: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to Twin Commander Aircraft Corporation Models 500, 500-A, 500-B, 500-S, 500-U, 520, 560, 560-A, 560-E, 560-F, 680, 680-E, 680FL(P), 680T, 680V, 680W, 681, 685, 690, 690A, 690B, 690C, 690D, 695, 695A, 695B, and 720 airplanes. This action requires revising the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to specify procedures that would prohibit flight in severe icing conditions (as determined by certain visual cues), limit or prohibit the use of various flight control devices while in severe icing conditions, and provide the flight crew with recognition cues for, and procedures for exiting from, severe icing conditions. This AD is prompted by the results of a review of the requirements for certification of these airplanes in icing conditions, new information on the icing environment, and icing data provided currently to the flight crew. The actions specified by this AD are intended to minimize the potentialhazards associated with operating these airplanes in severe icing conditions by providing more clearly defined procedures and limitations associated with such conditions.
2018-03-05: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for various aircraft equipped with a BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co. KG (formerly BRP- Powertrain GmbH & Co. KG; Bombardier-Rotax GmbH & Co. KG; Bombardier- Rotax GmbH) 912 A series engine. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and address an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as defective valve push-rod assemblies manufactured from June 8, 2016, through October 2, 2017. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.
99-02-11: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Dornier Model 328-100 series airplanes. This amendment requires repetitive tests to detect internal leakage of hydraulic fluid within the hydraulic components of the ground spoiler system and to detect a buildup of pressure in the return line of the bypass valve, and corrective action, if necessary; installation of additional hydraulic lines and an additional hydraulic shutoff valve in the ground spoiler system; and replacement of the valve block of the ground spoiler system with a new part. This amendment also requires eventual replacement of the relief restrictor valves of the ground spoiler system with redesigned parts, which constitutes terminating action for the repetitive tests. This amendment is prompted by issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent the ground spoilers from unlocking and deploying during takeoff or in flight, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
2018-03-11: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701, & 702) airplanes; Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes; Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes; and Model CL- 600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of rudder yoke components that had not been properly inspected at the supplier. This AD requires replacement of the left and right rudder yoke assemblies. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
85-06-06: 85-06-06 BRITISH AEROSPACE: Amendment 39-5023. Applies to Model 3101 Jetstream (all serial numbers) airplanes, certificated in any category. Compliance: Required within 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished. To assure adequate emergency lighting system power pack charge for lighting during emergency airplane evacuation, accomplish the following: (a) Incorporate British Aerospace (BAe) Modification JM7431 in accordance with the instructions contained in BAe Alert Service Bulletin No. 33-A-JM7431, Revision 1, dated October 7, 1984. (b) Aircraft may be flown in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation 21.197 to a location where this AD can be accomplished. (c) An equivalent method of compliance with this AD, if used, must be approved by the Manager, Aircraft Certification Staff, AEU-100, Europe, Africa and Middle East Office, FAA, c/o American Embassy, 1000 Brussels, Belgium. This amendment becomes effective on May 8, 1985.