AD 51-21-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | JGS Properties, LLC | 11A | Airworthiness Directives; Luscombe Model 11A Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks, loose rivets, or deformation in the early type rudder bellcrank (P/N 11-5417) could lead to failure of the rudder control system.
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Required Actions
Inspect the rudder control system bellcrank (P/N 11-5417) for cracks, loose rivets, or deformation. Replace damaged bellcranks with late type P/N 11-5417-D. Rig the system per Luscombe Drawing 11-5402 and avoid overtensioning rudder cables.
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Compliance Time
prior to 50 hours additional flight time and not later than October 15, 1951, and each 50 hours thereafter unless Luscombe P/N 11-5417-D is installed
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Affected Aircraft
Luscombe Model 11A Airplanes
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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