AD 61-03-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | 8 | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | 8A | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | 8B | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | 8C | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | 8D | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | 8E | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | 8F | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation, Inc. | T-8F | Airworthiness Directives; LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Interference between the forward fuel line and the aileron cable and/or aileron pulley in the wing root and forward door post areas.
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Required Actions
Within 50 hours' time in service after March 9, 1961, inspect the wing root area and forward door post area for interference between the forward fuel line and the aileron cable/pulley. Bend the fuel line to provide clearance if interference is found, and replace worn fuel lines ensuring proper clearance during installation.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 hours' time in service after the effective date of this directive (March 9, 1961)
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Affected Aircraft
LUSCOMBE Model 8 Series Aircraft incorporating wing fuel tanks, including models 8, 8A, 8B, 8C, 8D, 8E, 8F, and T-8F.
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