AD 2002-24-08

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Airworthiness Directives; Cirrus Design Corporation Models SR20 and SR22 Airplanes

AD Number
2002-24-08
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2002-CE-31-AD
FR Citation
67 FR 75809

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Cirrus Design Corporation Models SR20 and SR22 Airworthiness Directives; Cirrus Design Corporation Models SR20 and SR22 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

The rocket cone's internal diameter variance at the threaded end may cause the retaining nut to not be fully secured, leading to the CAPS activation cable not pulling the igniter pin free to release the parachute in an emergency situation.

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Required Actions

Replace the CAPS handle access cover, replace the CAPS activation handle bracket, and replace the CAPS activation cable.

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Compliance Time

Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished.

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Affected Aircraft

Cirrus Design Corporation Models SR20 and SR22 airplanes with the affected Cirrus Airplane Parachute System (CAPS).

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