AD 2003-17-04

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Airworthiness Directives; Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. MU-2B Series Airplanes

AD Number
2003-17-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 97-CE-27-AD
FR Citation
68 FR 50064

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Airworthiness Directives; Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. MU-2B Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cockpit windshield or cabin window separation during flight, caused by repeated cabin pressurization cycles, leading to shattering glass.

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Required Actions

Repetitively inspect cockpit windshield and cabin window surfaces for damage (crazing, scratches, and cracks). Blend out damage if within limits; replace windshield or window if damage exceeds specified limits.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight.

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Affected Aircraft

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. MU-2B series airplanes, as specified in the AD's referenced service bulletins.

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