AD 2017-18-09

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

AD Number
2017-18-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-9521
FR Citation
82 FR 41878

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

Excessive play between bushings and their respective fitting housings at certain elevator fittings, which could lead to failure or detachment of affected structural parts, possibly resulting in reduced control of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Perform a one-time detailed inspection and repetitive eddy current inspections of the elevator hinge fitting and bracket assembly. Take corrective actions if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, CN-235-300, and C-295 airplanes.

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