AD 2022-04-09

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; AVOX System Inc. (Formerly Scott Aviation) Oxygen Cylinder and Valve Assemblies and Oxygen Valve Assemblies

AD Number
2022-04-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2020-0345
FR Citation
87 FR 10958

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; AVOX System Inc. (Formerly Scott Aviation) Oxygen Cylinder and Valve Assemblies and Oxygen Valve Assemblies

Unsafe Condition

oxygen leakage from the valve assembly vent hole, caused by the absence of a guide that maintains appropriate spacing between certain parts, which could result in decreased or insufficient oxygen supply during a depressurization event; and heating or flow friction, which could cause an ignition event in the valve assembly.

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Required Actions

inspect the oxygen valve assemblies, and oxygen cylinder and valve assemblies, to determine the serial number of the valve, cylinder, and entire assembly; for assemblies and parts with certain serial numbers, a detailed inspection for correct spacing of the gap between the bottom of the packing retainer and top of the valve body on the assemblies, and replacement of assemblies having unacceptable gaps (removing affected assemblies and installing serviceable assemblies); reporting and returning of affected parts to the manufacturer.

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Compliance Time

Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, or before further flight, whichever occurs first.

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Affected Aircraft

certain AVOX System Inc. (formerly Scott Aviation) oxygen cylinder and valve assemblies, and oxygen valve assemblies, installed on but not limited to various transport airplanes.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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