Results
2001-14-11: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Boeing Model 747-100 and -200 series airplanes modified by Supplemental Type Certificate SA8622SW, that requires deactivation of the in-flight entertainment (IFE) system. This action is necessary to ensure that the flight crew is able to remove power from the IFE system when necessary. Inability to remove power from the IFE system during a non-normal or emergency situation could result in inability to control smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2016-22-01: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Models Discus-2a, Discus-2b, Discus-2c, Discus 2cT, Ventus-2a, and Ventus-2b gliders. 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 insufficient overlap of the airbrake panels. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products.
2001-14-15: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Boeing Model 747-400 series airplanes modified by Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA8843SW, that requires modifying the passenger entertainment system (PES) installed by that STC and revising the Airplane Flight Manual. This action is necessary to ensure that the flight crew is able to remove electrical power from the PES when necessary and is advised of appropriate procedures for such action. Inability to remove power from the PES during a non-normal or emergency situation could result in inability to control smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
50-38-02: 50-38-02 BELL: (a) Applies to All Models 47B, 47B-S, 47B3, 47B3-S, 47D and 47D-S; (b) Applies to Model 47D1, Serial Numbers 145 Through 164, 174 Through 183. Compliance required before November 15, 1950. Service difficulties have been experienced involving fan bearing failure due to improper adjustment of the cooling fan belt. This allows the cooling fan to move forward and jam the cyclic controls. To prevent such failures, fan belt tension should be properly adjusted. In addition, a fan shaft washer should be incorporated to prevent the fan from jamming the cyclic control in case bearing failure does occur. (Bell Service Bulletin No. 61 dated July 20, 1950, covers this subject for models under (a). Bell Service Bulletin No. 72 dated August 4, 1950, covers this subject for models under (b).)
2022-25-11: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A310 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that new or more restrictive maintenance requirements and airworthiness tasks are necessary. This AD requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness tasks, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2001-14-10: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Boeing Model 737-300 series airplanes modified by Supplemental Type Certificate ST00171SE, that requires installation of a master switch to apply and remove power from the in-flight entertainment (IFE) system, and revision of the Airplane Flight Manual. This action is necessary to ensure that the flight crew is able to remove electrical power from the IFE system when necessary and is advised of appropriate procedures for such action. Inability to remove power from the IFE system during a non-normal or emergency situation could result in inability to control smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2001-14-14: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Boeing Model 747SP series airplanes modified by Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST09097AC-D, that requires modifying the passenger entertainment system (PES) installed by that STC and revising the Airplane Flight Manual. This action is necessary to ensure that the flight crew is able to remove electrical power from the PES when necessary and is advised of appropriate procedures for such action. Inability to remove power from the PES during a non-normal or emergency situation could result in inability to control smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
98-01-20: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 series airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection of the attachment bolts and washers for the forward cargo container and pallet latches in the aft cargo compartment to determine if bolts and washers having the correct part numbers are installed; and replacement of the bolts and washers with parts having the correct part numbers, if necessary. This AD also requires revising the Airplane Flight Manual and certain supplements to specify certain cargo loading procedures that must be used until the inspection is accomplished. This amendment is prompted by issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent cargo from shifting in flight, and consequent structural damage and reduced controllability of the airplane.
46-06-05: 46-06-05 STINSON: (Was Service Note 1 of AD-556-1.) Applies to All Model A Aircraft. After each 100 hours of operation, make a visual inspection (using at least a 4-power magnifying glass) of the main spar lower fittings at the outer wing panel to inner wing panel connection for small fatigue cracks at the fish-mouth weld connecting the fittings to the chord tubes of the spar. These cracks are most likely to originate at the inboard corners of the fish- mouth weld on the outer panel fitting. If any cracks are found, repairs should be made before further operation of the aircraft. Proposed methods of repair should be submitted for engineering approval.
2016-22-06: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracked autopilot bridle cable clamps. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products