AD 59-26-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-3 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-4 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-5 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-6 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-7 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-8 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-9 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-1 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-2 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-3 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-4 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-5 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-6 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-7 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-8 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-12X20-9 | HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers |
Unsafe Condition
Hub spiders with specific serial numbers may fail, leading to possible propeller detachment.
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Required Actions
Remove from service Hartzell hub spiders with serial numbers 1 through 4303, 4307 through 4316, 4318, 4319, 4321, 4323, 4324, 4325, 4328, 4329, 4332 through 4336, 4341. These removed hub spiders cannot be reused in certificated aircraft.
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Compliance Time
not later than March 1, 1960
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Affected Aircraft
Hartzell Propeller, Inc. HC-12X20 propellers with hub spiders having serial numbers 1 through 4303, 4307 through 4316, 4318, 4319, 4321, 4323, 4324, 4325, 4328, 4329, 4332 through 4336, 4341.
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Federal Register Abstract
Hub Spiders
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AD Final Rules - DRS_59-26-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 59-26-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers Subject: Hub Spiders Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model: HC-12X20-1 | HC-12X20-2 | HC-12X20-3 | HC-12X20-4 | HC-12X20-5 | HC-12X20-6 | HC-12X20-7 | HC-12X20-...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: 59-26-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 59-26-01 SUBJECT HEADING: HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 59-26-01 HARTZELL: Applies to All HC-12X20 Propellers With Serial Numbers As Indicated Below. These Propellers May Be Installed On Such Aircraft Models As Downer (Republic) RC-3, Grumman G-44, and Navion Series. Compliance required not later than March 1, 1960. To preclude possible failures, remove from service Hartzell hub spiders with Serial Numbers 1 through 4303, 4307 through 4316, 4318, 4319, 4321, 4323, 4324, 4325, 4328, 4329, 4332 through 4336, 4341. After removal, these hub spiders will not be eligible for use in certificated aircraft. Hub spiders with serial numbers other than those listed may be used as replacements. This supersedes AD 53-06-02. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_59-26-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 59-26-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers Subject: Hub Spiders Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model: HC-12X20-1 | HC-12X20-2 | HC-12X20-3 | HC-12X20-4 | HC-12X20-5 | HC-12X20-6 | HC-12X20-7 | HC-12X20-...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: 59-26-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 59-26-01 SUBJECT HEADING: HARTZELL Models HC-12X20 Propellers ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 59-26-01 HARTZELL: Applies to All HC-12X20 Propellers With Serial Numbers As Indicated Below. These Propellers May Be Installed On Such Aircraft Models As Downer (Republic) RC-3, Grumman G-44, and Navion Series. Compliance required not later than March 1, 1960. To preclude possible failures, remove from service Hartzell hub spiders with Serial Numbers 1 through 4303, 4307 through 4316, 4318, 4319, 4321, 4323, 4324, 4325, 4328, 4329, 4332 through 4336, 4341. After removal, these hub spiders will not be eligible for use in certificated aircraft. Hub spiders with serial numbers other than those listed may be used as replacements. This supersedes AD 53-06-02. FOOTER:
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