AD 57-08-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83X20-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83X20-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XF-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XF-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XF-3 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XK-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XK-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-93Z20-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-93Z20-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-93Z30-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83X20-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83X20-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XF-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XF-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XF-3 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XK-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-83XK-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-93Z20-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-93Z20-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-93Z30-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-93ZF-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers |
Unsafe Condition
Screw P/N AN 501-A10-6 securing the RG-50 safety link bar unscrewed without breaking the safety wire from the link arm mounting pin P/N A-872-1, due to rotation of link arm P/N A-861 during propeller operation causing torsional force on the mounting pin.
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Required Actions
Replace screw AN 501-A10-6 with screw AN 501-A10-18 extending through link pin A-872-1 a maximum of two threads, peen projecting end of screw to prevent backing out, and ensure safety link RG-50 is properly seated during reassembly.
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Compliance Time
as soon as possible but not later than May 15, 1957
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Affected Aircraft
Hartzell Propeller, Inc. HC-83X and HC-93Z three-bladed feathering propellers installed on Aero Commander Models 520, 560, 560A, 560E, 680; Beech Model 50; and Piaggio P.136 aircraft.
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Federal Register Abstract
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AD Final Rules - DRS_57-08-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 57-08-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers Subject: Link Arm Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model: HC-83X20-1 | HC-83X20-2 | HC-83XF-1 | HC-83XF-2 | HC-83XF-3 | HC-83XK-1 | HC-83XK-2 | HC-93Z20-1 | H...Show more Product Type: Propeller Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 57-08-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 57-08-04 SUBJECT HEADING: HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 57-08-04 HARTZELL: Applies to All HC-83X and HC-93Z Three-bladed Feathering Propellers Installed on Aero Commander Models 520, 560, 560A, 560E and 680, Beech Model 50, and Piaggio P.136 Aircraft. Compliance required as soon as possible but not later than May 15, 1957. There have been several cases reported that screw P/N AN 501-A10-6 securing the RG- 50 safety link bar unscrewed, without breaking the safety wire, from the link arm mounting pin P/N A-872-1 located at piston end of pitch change link arm P/N A-861 on Hartzell HC-83X and HC-93Z three-bladed feathering propellers installed on twin engine aircraft. This occurs because link arm P/N A-861 rotates during propeller operation and thus applies a torsional force to the link arm mounting pin P/N A-872-1, thereby causing it to rotate. To preclude possible loss of propeller blade pitch control from this cause, accomplish the following modification on these propellers: 1. Feather propeller and remove safety link RG-50 and link pin A-872-1 from propeller pitch change piston. 2. Replace screw AN 501-A10-6 with screw AN 501-A10-18 that will extend through safety link pin P/N A-872-1 a maximum of two threads. 3. Peen projecting end of screw to prevent screw from backing out of link pin. 4. Replace safety link and link pin assembly in the piston. Be sure safety link RG- 50 is not held away from piston lug surface due to peened screw threads bottoming in pin hole. (This AD covers the same subject as CAA telegraphic instructions dated April 12, 1957.) (Hartzell Service Bulletin No. 46 covers this same subject.) FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_57-08-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 57-08-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers Subject: Link Arm Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model: HC-83X20-1 | HC-83X20-2 | HC-83XF-1 | HC-83XF-2 | HC-83XF-3 | HC-83XK-1 | HC-83XK-2 | HC-93Z20-1 | H...Show more Product Type: Propeller Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 57-08-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 57-08-04 SUBJECT HEADING: HARTZELL Models HC-83X and HC-93Z Propellers ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 57-08-04 HARTZELL: Applies to All HC-83X and HC-93Z Three-bladed Feathering Propellers Installed on Aero Commander Models 520, 560, 560A, 560E and 680, Beech Model 50, and Piaggio P.136 Aircraft. Compliance required as soon as possible but not later than May 15, 1957. There have been several cases reported that screw P/N AN 501-A10-6 securing the RG- 50 safety link bar unscrewed, without breaking the safety wire, from the link arm mounting pin P/N A-872-1 located at piston end of pitch change link arm P/N A-861 on Hartzell HC-83X and HC-93Z three-bladed feathering propellers installed on twin engine aircraft. This occurs because link arm P/N A-861 rotates during propeller operation and thus applies a torsional force to the link arm mounting pin P/N A-872-1, thereby causing it to rotate. To preclude possible loss of propeller blade pitch control from this cause, accomplish the following modification on these propellers: 1. Feather propeller and remove safety link RG-50 and link pin A-872-1 from propeller pitch change piston. 2. Replace screw AN 501-A10-6 with screw AN 501-A10-18 that will extend through safety link pin P/N A-872-1 a maximum of two threads. 3. Peen projecting end of screw to prevent screw from backing out of link pin. 4. Replace safety link and link pin assembly in the piston. Be sure safety link RG- 50 is not held away from piston lug surface due to peened screw threads bottoming in pin hole. (This AD covers the same subject as CAA telegraphic instructions dated April 12, 1957.) (Hartzell Service Bulletin No. 46 covers this same subject.) FOOTER:
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