AD 2004-18-10

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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 Airplanes

AD Number
2004-18-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2002-NM-338-AD
FR Citation
69 FR 54213

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Bombardier DHC-8-102 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Contact between the lockwire pigtail of the fitting and the stiffener located on the inside surface of the fuel access covers of the wings, which could serve as a potential ignition source within the fuel tank if a cover is struck by lightning and result in possible fuel tank explosion.

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Required Actions

Inspect the fitting assemblies and lockwire located on the vent and scavenge lines routed immediately below the fuel tank access covers on both wings for proper installation. Inspect the stiffeners on the underside of fuel tank access covers on both wings for signs of chafing damage caused by incorrect orientation of the lockwire tail, and remove any damage found.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 airplanes, serial numbers 003 through 586 inclusive, certificated in any category.

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