AD 2005-20-24
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Socata | Various | Airworthiness Directives; SOCATA-Groupe AEROSPATIALE Model TBM 700 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the fuselage skin in the VHF1 antenna mounting area, which could result in loss of aircraft pressurization.
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Required Actions
Inspect the fuselage skin in the VHF1 antenna mounting area between frame C12 and C13 or C13 and C13bis for cracks and loose rivets. Modify the area if cracks or loose rivets are found.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 50 hours time-in-service after November 9, 2005.
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Affected Aircraft
SOCATA-Groupe AEROSPATIALE Model TBM 700 airplanes, serial numbers 1 through 255; 257 through 267; and 270, equipped with a VHF1 antenna mounted under the fuselage between frame C12 and C13 or C13 and C13bis, and certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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