AD 2001-05-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Pilatus | Aircraft Ltd | Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-7 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the elevator and rudder attachment brackets due to cracks or corrosion damage, which could result in the elevator or rudder separating from the airplane with consequent loss of airplane control.
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Required Actions
Replace the horizontal stabilizer brackets with new parts using replacement kit No. 500.50.07.132 and replace the vertical stabilizer bracket with new parts using replacement kit No. 500.50.07.133. Do not install any parts identified as old parts in the replacement kits.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 100 hours time-in-service (TIS) or 6 months after April 27, 2001, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-7 airplanes, serial numbers MSN 001 through MSN 612, certificated in any category.
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