AD 53-07-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Viking Air Limited | DHC-2 Mk.I | Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Model DHC-2 (Beaver) Aircraft |
| aircraft | Viking Air Limited | DHC-2 Mk.II | Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Model DHC-2 (Beaver) Aircraft |
| aircraft | Viking Air Limited | DHC-2 Mk.III | Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Model DHC-2 (Beaver) Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
The elevator outboard hinge may become loose in its attachments to the horizontal stabilizer rib due to rivet holes becoming enlarged, allowing the fitting to 'work'.
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Required Actions
Inspect the elevator outboard hinges at 50-hour intervals. Repair scheme includes removing tailcone, elevator, and hinges; drilling out rivets; replacing hinge plates and angles with specified parts; and reassembling components. The repair is not mandatory until a defect appears.
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Compliance Time
Compliance required as indicated.
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Affected Aircraft
Viking Air Limited Model DHC-2 Mk.I, DHC-2 Mk.II, DHC-2 Mk.III, serial numbers 1 to 483 inclusive.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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