AD 53-16-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Alexandria Aircraft, LLC | 14-19 | Airworthiness Directives; Bellanca Model 14-19 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Alexandria Aircraft, LLC | 14-19-2 | Airworthiness Directives; Bellanca Model 14-19 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Alexandria Aircraft, LLC | 14-19-3 | Airworthiness Directives; Bellanca Model 14-19 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Alexandria Aircraft, LLC | 14-19-3A | Airworthiness Directives; Bellanca Model 14-19 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Elevator trim tab system looseness due to excessive free play of the trim tab trailing edge exceeding 0.20 inch at maximum chord, which may result from excessively worn parts or loose adjustments.
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Required Actions
Inspect elevator trim tab system for free play, ensuring it does not exceed 0.20 inch at maximum chord. Adjust by removing the trim tab control handle, pulling the control rod forward, adding shims or washers to take up length, and replacing components. Inspect and replace deteriorated center fabric hinge as necessary.
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Compliance Time
prior to September 15, 1953, and to be repeated at intervals not to exceed 100 hours flight time
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Affected Aircraft
Alexandria Aircraft, LLC Model 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3, 14-19-3A airplanes
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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