AD 2007-08-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers Model SD3-60 SHERPA, SD3-SHERPA, SD3-30, and SD3-60 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Stress corrosion cracking of SAE-AISI 303 stainless steel material in MS 21260 type cable end fittings, initiated by pitting corrosion, leading to potential failure of control cables and loss of critical systems.
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Required Actions
Inspect and replace all affected control cable end fittings with new, corrosion-resistant components as specified in the referenced service bulletins.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Short Brothers Model SD3-60 SHERPA, SD3-SHERPA, SD3-30, and SD3-60 airplanes equipped with MS 21260 type cable end fittings.
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