AD 2013-16-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Hawker Beechcraft Corporation | Models 58 | Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation and Hawker Beechcraft Corporation |
| aircraft | Raytheon | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation and Hawker Beechcraft Corporation |
| aircraft | Beechcraft | Corporation Models 58P and 58TC | Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation and Hawker Beechcraft Corporation |
Unsafe Condition
Elevator balance weights becoming loose or failing because the balance weight material was under strength and did not meet material specifications.
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Required Actions
Inspect elevator balance weights and replace defective ones. Review maintenance records for Model 58 airplanes, serial numbers TH-1768 through TH-2110, to determine if balance weights have been replaced. Complete all actions in paragraphs (h) and (i) if balance weights have never been replaced or if replacement details cannot be positively identified.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight after September 24, 2013, for Model 58 airplanes, serial numbers TH-1768 through TH-2110.
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Affected Aircraft
Beechcraft Corporation Models 58, 95-C55, E55, and 56TC airplanes; and Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Models 58P and 58TC airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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