AD 55-15-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd. | 240 Series | CONVAIR Models 240 and 340 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd. | 340 | CONVAIR Models 240 and 340 Series Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Flexible hose components of propeller feathering lines forward of the firewall in zone 2 may be damaged by a powerplant fire, compromising fire resistance integrity.
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Required Actions
Replace flexible hose components of propeller feathering lines forward of the firewall in zone 2 with lines and fittings meeting current fire resistance requirements, using Aeroquip 680-10S with 304 sleeves, Resistoflex-SSFR-3800-10, or Aeroquip 309009 assemblies.
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Compliance Time
by first scheduled engine change after November 1, 1955, but not later than November 1, 1956
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Affected Aircraft
CONVAIR Models 240 and 340 Series Aircraft equipped with Hamilton Standard Propellers.
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Federal Register Abstract
Propeller Feathering System
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AD Final Rules - DRS_55-15-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 55-15-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: CONVAIR Models 240 and 340 Series Aircraft Subject: Propeller Feathering System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd. Model: 240 Series | 340 Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 55-15-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 55-15-02 SUBJECT HEADING: CONVAIR Models 240 and 340 Series Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 55-15-02 CONVAIR: Applies to All 240 and 340 Series Aircraft Equipped with Hamilton Standard Propellers. Compliance required by first scheduled engine change after November 1, 1955, but not later than November 1, 1956. To increase the fire resistance integrity of the propeller feathering system against damage by a powerplant fire, all flexible hose components of propeller feathering lines forward of the firewall in zone 2 must be replaced with lines and fittings which will meet current fire resistance requirements. Convair Service AirGram No. 123 dated October 8, 1954, covers this subject. The following hose assemblies may also be considered acceptable for this application: (a) Aeroquip 680-10S hose assemblies with Aeroquip 304 protective sleeves over end fittings (Aeroquip assembly P/N 304000). (b) Resistoflex-SSFR-3800-10 hose assemblies. (c) Aeroquip 309009 hose assemblies. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_55-15-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 55-15-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: CONVAIR Models 240 and 340 Series Aircraft Subject: Propeller Feathering System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd. Model: 240 Series | 340 Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 55-15-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 55-15-02 SUBJECT HEADING: CONVAIR Models 240 and 340 Series Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 55-15-02 CONVAIR: Applies to All 240 and 340 Series Aircraft Equipped with Hamilton Standard Propellers. Compliance required by first scheduled engine change after November 1, 1955, but not later than November 1, 1956. To increase the fire resistance integrity of the propeller feathering system against damage by a powerplant fire, all flexible hose components of propeller feathering lines forward of the firewall in zone 2 must be replaced with lines and fittings which will meet current fire resistance requirements. Convair Service AirGram No. 123 dated October 8, 1954, covers this subject. The following hose assemblies may also be considered acceptable for this application: (a) Aeroquip 680-10S hose assemblies with Aeroquip 304 protective sleeves over end fittings (Aeroquip assembly P/N 304000). (b) Resistoflex-SSFR-3800-10 hose assemblies. (c) Aeroquip 309009 hose assemblies. FOOTER:
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