AD 2012-02-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna | Aircraft Company | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Chafing of the fuel return line assembly could result in fuel leaking and fuel vapors, which could lead to fire.
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Required Actions
Inspect the fuel return line assembly for chafing; replace the fuel return line assembly if chafing is found; inspect the clearance between the fuel return line assembly and both the right steering tube assembly and the airplane structure, adjusting as necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 100 hours time-in-service (TIS) after March 6, 2008, or within the next 12 months after March 6, 2008, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R and 172S airplanes, with serial numbers as follows: Group 1: Model 172R, S/N 17281188 through 17281390; Group 2: Model 172S, S/N 172S9491 through 172S10489; Group 3: Model 172R, S/N 17281391 through 17281572; Group 4: Model 172S, S/N 172S10490 through 172S11073.
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