AD 2004-15-18
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna | Aircraft Company Models 172R | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes |
| engine | Honeywell | KAP 140 autopilot computer system installed on the center instrument control panel near the throttle | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The KAP 140 autopilot computer system could be unintentionally engaged when the pilot pushes the throttle knob forward or inadvertently bumps the Heading (HDG) button, Altitude (ALT) mode-select button, or Autopilot Engage (AP) button. Unless intentionally engaged, the pilot may not know that the autopilot system is engaged.
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Required Actions
Install an update to the autopilot computer system operating software; change the unit part number; place an M tag on the unit serial number tag; and change the unit's software modification tag.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H airplanes equipped with a Honeywell KAP 140 autopilot computer system, part number (P/N) 065-00176-2602, P/N 065-00176-5402, P/N 065-00176-7702, or additional part numbers and serial numbers specified in the AD.
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