AD 2010-21-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Embraer | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-500 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-500 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Certain regions of the elevators, elevators trim tabs, and ailerons do not present drain holes, leading to internal water accumulation. This may cause flight control surfaces to unbalance, potentially reducing flutter margins and resulting in loss of airplane control.
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Required Actions
Drill new drain holes in the elevators, elevators trim tabs, and ailerons surfaces following Empresa Brasileira de Aeronáutica S.A. (EMBRAER) Service Bulletin 500-57-0001.
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Compliance Time
Within 24 calendar months after November 18, 2010
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Affected Aircraft
Empresa Brasileira de Aeronáutica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-500 airplanes, serial numbers 50000005 through 50000134, 50000136, 50000137, and 50000139 through 50000165, certificated in any category.
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