AD 2006-25-08

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Airworthiness Directives; Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing Models LC41-550FG and LC42-550FG Airplanes

AD Number
2006-25-08
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2006-26400
FR Citation
71 FR 71478

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Lancair Various Airworthiness Directives; Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing Models LC41-550FG and LC42-550FG Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Problems with the installation of the Kelly Aerospace Thermal Systems Thermawing Deice System following STC SA02260CH, resulting in a short circuit condition at the deice heater connector, which could cause damage to the wings and horizontal stabilizer, leading to reduced structural integrity of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Deactivate the Kelly Aerospace Thermal Systems Thermawing Deice System installed following STC SA02260CH. Fabricate and install a placard in clear view of the pilot stating 'DEICE SYSTEM INOPERABLE'.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight after December 21, 2006

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Affected Aircraft

Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing Models LC41-550FG and LC42-550FG airplanes, all serial numbers equipped with Kelly Aerospace Thermal Systems Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA02260CH.

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