AD 2003-21-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna | Aircraft Company Models 208 and 208B | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Models 208 and 208B Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bell | crank for cracks | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Models 208 and 208B Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Reports of cracks and missing/incomplete welds in the right inboard forward flap bell crank, which could lead to failure of the flap bell crank due to cracks, deformation, or missing/incomplete welds.
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Required Actions
Inspect the right inboard forward flap bell crank for cracks, deformation, and missing/incomplete welds. If found, immediately replace the flap bell crank or temporarily incorporate certain flap limitations.
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Compliance Time
Within a certain time frame (as specified in the referenced service bulletin).
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 208 (serial numbers 20800001 through 20800369) and 208B (serial numbers 208B0001 through 208B1014, 208B1017, 208B1018, 208B1020 through 208B1024, 208B1026, and 208B1029 through 208B1033).
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