AD 2013-03-10
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd Appliances |
Unsafe Condition
Insufficient tightness of the threaded hose connector in the assembly area that could result in fuel leakage.
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Required Actions
Inspect the female ACME threaded hose connectors for leakage. Retorque the connectors using correct values if leakage is detected.
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Compliance Time
Within 60 days after the effective date of March 19, 2013.
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Affected Aircraft
All hot air balloons certificated in any category, equipped with Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd female ACME threaded hose connectors, part numbers HS6139 and HS6144, all serial numbers.
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