AD 2013-03-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Limited Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Aircraft operating outside the aft center of gravity (C of G) limits during parachute-drop operations. Exceeding C of G limits could result in loss of control of the aircraft.
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Required Actions
Amend the airplane flight manual (AFM) to restrict maximum occupancy of the cabin aft of fuselage station (F.S) 118.84 to 6 persons. Fabricate and install placards in the aft cabin indicating the maximum occupancy limit. Ensure weight and balance calculations comply with specified limitations. For turbine engine airplanes, add fuselage station (F.S.) reference line placards inside the rear cabin walls within 15 days after March 19, 2013.
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Compliance Time
Within 15 days after March 19, 2013, for turbine engine airplanes. Other actions were required as of October 18, 2010.
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Affected Aircraft
Pacific Aerospace Limited Models FU24-954 and FU24A-954 airplanes, all serial numbers, modified to conduct parachute operations.
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