AD 59-10-10
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Vickers-Armstrongs (Aircraft Limited) | Viscount 745D | Airworthiness Directives; VICKERS Model 745D Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of flap telescopic tie rod end, Vickers P/N 70103-3139, due to excessive drilling depth beyond the normal drawing dimension of 0.95 inch, resulting in reduced wall thickness and strength across the shoulder.
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Required Actions
Inspect flap telescopic tie rod ends, Vickers P/N 70103-3139, on No. 3 and 4 flap telescopic tie rods. Replace parts if internal thread depth exceeds 0.95 inch measured from the end face. Inspect all stock parts before installation.
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Compliance Time
as soon as possible but not later than July 1, 1959
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Affected Aircraft
Vickers-Armstrongs (Aircraft Limited) Viscount Model 745D Aircraft
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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