AD 2016-22-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Diamond | Aircraft Industries GmbH | Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracked autopilot bridle cable clamps, potentially caused by overtorqueing, which could lead to detachment from the control system and reduced control of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect autopilot bridle cable clamps for cracks. Replace cracked clamps with redesigned clamps. Perform repetitive inspections as specified.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG airplanes.
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