AD 47-42-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC-6 | Airworthiness Directives; DOUGLAS DC-6 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC-6A | Airworthiness Directives; DOUGLAS DC-6 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC-6B | Airworthiness Directives; DOUGLAS DC-6 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the windshield handle spring mechanism to return the operating mechanism handle to a flush position when released in the open window position could cause possible injury to flight crew members.
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Required Actions
Remove the AN 393-35 pin and NAS 75-3-007 bushings from the attaching point of 2335660 wedge and the upper end of 4335656 channel. Install 5243829F-4 clips on the inside of each leg of channel, rework 2335658F-6 link, install 5243829F-2 spring to clips and eyebolt, and reinstall wedge to upper end of channel. Repeat for the 5243829-1 windshield corner window assembly.
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Compliance Time
not later than next engine change
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Affected Aircraft
Douglas DC-6, DC-6A, DC-6B airplanes with AAL serial numbers 42855 to 42858 and UAL serial numbers 42866 to 42869, inclusive.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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