AD 2005-13-01

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; [Hoffmann Propeller GmbH & Co KG Models HO-V343 and HO-V343K Propellers]

AD Number
2005-13-01
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
propeller
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2004-18958
FR Citation
70 FR 36008

Unsafe Condition

Propeller hub failure and blade separation due to an unknown root cause, leading to damage and possible loss of control of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Perform initial and repetitive visual inspections of propeller blades for blade shake and blade nut preload. Conduct an ultrasonic inspection of the propeller hub, followed by an eddy current inspection if any cracks are discovered. Send a hub inspection report to the manufacturer. Replace the propeller if any signs of blade shake, cracks, or other damage to the propeller hub outside serviceable limits are detected during inspections.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 flight hours after the effective date.

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Affected Aircraft

Hoffmann Propeller GmbH & Co KG Models HO-V343 and HO-V343K propellers.

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