AD 2009-05-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Gippsland Aeronautics Pty. Ltd. Model GA8 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the Horizontal Stabiliser rear spar splice plate and inboard main ribs around the area of the Horizontal Stabiliser rear pivot attachment. Additionally, failure of some attach bolts in service may be due to improper assembly.
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Required Actions
Within the next 10 hours time-in-service (TIS) after March 2, 2009, inspect for cracks in the Horizontal Stabiliser rear spar splice plate and inboard main ribs around the area of the Horizontal Stabiliser rear pivot attachment. Replace parts if nut and bolt mating surfaces are damaged or not square, and if previously repaired by spotfacing.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 hours time-in-service (TIS) after March 2, 2009
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Affected Aircraft
Gippsland Aeronautics Pty. Ltd. Model GA8 airplanes, serial numbers GA8-00-004 and up, certificated in any category.
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