AD 2001-17-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Embraer | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bell | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Interference between the bellcrank of the aileron rotary variable inductive transducer (RVIT) and the head of the hinge pin that attaches the RVIT support, which could result in restricted movement of the aileron or elevator.
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Required Actions
Measure the gap between the bellcrank and the body of the elevator/aileron RVITs, perform corrective action if necessary, and torque the bolt that attaches the bellcrank to the RVIT shaft. Inspect for damage of the connecting rod, replace any damaged rod with a new part having the same part number, and adjust the gap between the bellcrank and the RVIT body.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 series airplanes, certificated in any category; serial numbers 120004 and 120006 through 120355 inclusive; that have been modified in accordance with EMBRAER Service Bulletin 120-31-0039, 120-31-0040, 120-31-0041, or 120-31-0042.
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