AD 2003-11-17
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Pilatus | Aircraft Ltd | Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-12 and PC-12/45 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Drill and/or rivet tool damage could have occurred in areas around the edges of the rear pressure dome during assembly, leading to nicks, scratches, and potential cracks in the pressure dome, which could result in rapid decompression.
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Required Actions
Inspect the front and rear surfaces of the pressure dome for damage and cracks, and if necessary, accomplish repairs as specified in the service information.
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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
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-12 and PC-12/45 airplanes, certificated in any category, with serial numbers: 101 through 380, 382 through 385, 387 through 395, 398 through 406, 408, 409, 413, 415, and 417.
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