AD 50-39-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 190 | Airworthiness Directives; CESSNA Model 190 and 195 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 195 | Airworthiness Directives; CESSNA Model 190 and 195 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 195A | Airworthiness Directives; CESSNA Model 190 and 195 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 195B | Airworthiness Directives; CESSNA Model 190 and 195 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Premature cable fraying at the forward pulley may lead to broken strands in rudder cables, potentially causing failure of the rudder control system.
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Required Actions
Inspect rudder cables by detaching from the rudder bellcrank or rudder horn, pulling through inspection openings, and checking for broken strands 9 to 10 inches aft of the swaged fitting. Replace cables showing breakage. Install larger pulleys as per Cessna Service Kit SK 9050-1 for aircraft prior to Serial No. 7587.
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Compliance Time
Not later than November 25, 1950, for aircraft with 300 hours or more service, and at each 100 hours operation on all aircraft.
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Model 190 and 195 airplanes up to and including serial number 7586.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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