AD 2011-18-09

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines Model IO-720-A1B Reciprocating Engines

AD Number
2011-18-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2011-0604
FR Citation
76 FR 56637

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
engine Lycoming Engines Model IO-720-A1B Reciprocating Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines Model IO-720-A1B Reciprocating Engines

Unsafe Condition

Failure of a crankshaft due to incorrect parts installed, specifically improper counterweight washers.

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Required Actions

Remove four cylinders from one side of the engine, inspect the crankshaft counterweight washers for correct dimensions, and replace the crankshaft assembly if any washers are non-conforming.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Lycoming Engines Model IO-720-A1B reciprocating engines, serial numbers L-1457-54A and L-1458-54A, last known installed in a Beech U-8F (Queen Air) N51779.

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