AD 2014-12-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Przedsiebiorstwo Doswiadczalno-Produkcyjne Szybownictwa “PZL-Bielsko” Model SZD-50-3 “Puchacz” Sailplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue damage of the welded joint between the airbrake torque tube and the airbrake control system lever located inside the fuselage.
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Required Actions
Inspect the airbrake torque tube following the procedures in Allstar PZL Service Bulletin No. BE-062/SZD-50-3/2013, initially within 30 days after July 22, 2014, and repetitively at intervals not exceeding 12 months or 100 hours time-in-service, whichever occurs first. Replace with a serviceable part if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Initially within 30 days after July 22, 2014, and repetitively as specified.
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Affected Aircraft
Przedsiebiorstwo Doswiadczalno-Produkcyjne Szybownictwa 'PZL-Bielsko' Model SZD-50-3 'Puchacz' sailplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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