AD 2005-01-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Gippsland | Aeronautics Pty. Ltd. Model GA8 | Airworthiness Directives; Gippsland Aeronautics Pty. Ltd. Model GA8 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Rubbing between the control wheel shaft and the bush in the control column may cause wear or damage to the control wheel shaft where the shaft connects to the control column. This damage may lead to the aileron control becoming stiff or locking.
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Required Actions
Inspect the pilot and co-pilot control column wheels and aileron cable operating arm shafts for damage. If damage is found, repair the shafts or replace the steel shafts with bronze shafts.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 hours time-in-service (TIS) after March 4, 2005.
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Affected Aircraft
Gippsland Aeronautics Pty. Ltd. Model GA8 airplanes, serial numbers GA8-00-004 through GA8-04-056, certificated in any category.
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