AD 2008-16-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Pilatus | Aircraft Ltd | Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-6 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-6 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracked or broken leaf springs P/N 6232.0175.01 installed in the overhead flap-operating mechanism could lead to uncommanded flap retraction, hazardous situations, and loss of control of the aircraft.
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Required Actions
Inspect the leaf springs in the flap operating mechanism for cracks or breaks. Replace any broken leaf springs. Perform repetitive inspections every 25 flight hours.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-6, PC-6-H1, PC-6-H2, PC-6/350, PC-6/350-H1, PC-6/350-H2, PC-6/A, PC-6/A-H1, PC-6/A-H2, PC-6/B-H2, PC-6/B1-H2, PC-6/B2-H2, PC-6/B2-H4, PC-6/C-H2, and PC-6/C1-H2 airplanes, with serial numbers MSN 101 through MSN 999 and MSN 2001 through MSN 2092, certificated in any category, with mechanically operated flaps and leaf springs P/N 6232.0175.01 installed.
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