AD 2012-01-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Construcciones Aeronauticas | Various | Airworthiness Directives; EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the engine condition control cable, specifically part number 35-56382-0003, due to a fracture in the area of the pulley MS 20219-1, caused by an unsuitable ratio between the diameter of the pulley and the cable type and diameter.
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Required Actions
Inspect to determine the part number of the engine condition control cable. If part number 35-56382-0003 is installed, perform a detailed inspection for excessive wear of the cable, including control rods, levers, and pulleys. Replace the cable with part number 35-56382-0005 if excessive wear is found. Repeat detailed inspections at specified intervals. Replace the cable with part number 35-56382-0005 within 27 months or 900 flight hours if not already replaced.
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Compliance Time
Within 9 months or 300 flight hours, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes, certificated in any category, with serial numbers C-030 through C-149 inclusive.
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