AD 2016-07-18

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes

AD Number
2016-07-18
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-4809
FR Citation
81 FR 21240

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus Defense and Space S Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Insufficient insulation capability of the engine fire detection system allowed moisture penetration into fire detector connectors, reducing insulation resistance below required values, leading to false engine fire warnings and unnecessary engine in-flight shutdowns.

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Required Actions

Modify the location and routing of the engine fire detection system in accordance with EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB-235-26-0006.

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Compliance Time

Within 18 months after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (formerly Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model CN-235-200 and CN-235-300 airplanes, serial numbers C-018 through C-211 inclusive.

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