AD 46-12-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | T-50 | Airworthiness Directives; CESSNA Model AT-17 and UC-78 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fabric on wings and control surfaces may not comply with grade A fabric standards and have a sample breaking strength of at least 56 pounds, and lacing cord may not have a breaking strength of at least 56 pounds when tested double.
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Required Actions
Inspect the fabric on wings and control surfaces to ensure compliance with grade A fabric standards and test samples for a minimum breaking strength of 56 pounds. Check lacing cord breaking strength to ensure it meets at least 56 pounds when tested double.
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Compliance Time
immediately
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Model AT-17 and UC-78 Series airplanes not re-covered with grade A fabric at time of (or subsequent to) original civil certification
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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