AD 2002-01-22
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Short | Brothers Model SD3 Series | Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers Model SD3 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the elevator torque shaft, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the installation of the bearing housings of the elevator torque shaft assembly. Take corrective action if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
All Short Brothers Model SD3 series airplanes.
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