AD 2003-17-05R1
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Short Brothers PLC | SC-7 Skyvan Series 2 | Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers & Harland Ltd. Models SC-7 Series 2 and SC-7 Series 3 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Short Brothers PLC | SC-7 Skyvan Series 3 | Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers & Harland Ltd. Models SC-7 Series 2 and SC-7 Series 3 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of critical structure of the aircraft caused by fatigue.
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Required Actions
Clarify the repetitive visual inspection requirement between one of the service bulletins and the maintenance program. Continue to allow modifications, inspections, and replacements of certain life limited items to extend the life limits of the airplanes.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Short Brothers PLC Models SC-7 Skyvan Series 2 and SC-7 Skyvan Series 3 airplanes.
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