AD 2006-12-18
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Short | Brothers Model SD3 | Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers Model SD3 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Ignition sources inside the fuel tanks, which could lead to fire or explosion.
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Required Actions
Install additional fuel tank bonding jumpers, perform an in-place resistance check of the float switches, inspect certain internal components of the fuel tanks, and perform related corrective actions if necessary. Revise the Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness and the airplane flight manual procedures for operation during icing conditions and fuel system failures.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days for AFM revisions, within 180 days for AWL revisions.
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Affected Aircraft
All Shorts Model SD3-60 SHERPA, SD3-SHERPA, SD3-30, and SD3-60 airplanes, certificated in any category.
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