AD 2008-22-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Maryland Air Industries, Inc., Model Fairchild F-27 and FH-227 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Potential unsafe conditions on Model Fairchild F-27 and FH-227 series airplanes identified through fuel system safety reviews in accordance with SFAR 88, which could result in ignition sources inside fuel tanks leading to fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Operators must modify their airplanes and revise their inspection or maintenance programs to incorporate instructions for maintenance and inspection of the fuel tank systems, as appropriate, using information developed in accordance with SFAR 88, Amendment 21-78, and subsequent Amendments 21-82 and 21-83.
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Compliance Time
Before December 16, 2008
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Affected Aircraft
All Model Fairchild F-27, F-27A, F-27B, F-27F, F-27G, F-27J, F-27M, FH-227, FH-227B, FH-227C, FH-227D, and FH-227E series airplanes, certificated in any category.
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