AD 61-14-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | D & R Nevada LLC | 22 | CONVAIR Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | D & R Nevada LLC | 22M | CONVAIR Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Separation of rod end P/N 22-04442-1 from the tab rod P/N 22-46257 due to missing AN 435 MC rivets, resulting in loss of rudder flight tab control.
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Required Actions
Inspect rod P/N 22-46257 and rod end P/N 22-04442-1 for proper attachment with two AN 435 MC rivets. If rivets are missing, attach rod end to rod per Convair Alert Service Bulletin 27-40 or FAA-approved equivalent. Replace NAS 464-3 bolts within 250 hours' time in service with compliant parts.
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Compliance Time
Prior to further flight unless already accomplished; replace NAS 464-3 bolts within 250 hours' time in service on bolt.
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Affected Aircraft
All Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft
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Federal Register Abstract
Forward Rod End
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AD Final Rules - DRS_61-14-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 61-14-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: CONVAIR Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft Subject: Forward Rod End Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/07/1961 Make: D & R Nevada LLC Model: 22 | 22M Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 61-14-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 61-14-04 SUBJECT HEADING: CONVAIR Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective July 7, 1961. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 61-14-04 CONVAIR: Amdt. 302 Part 507 Federal Register July 7, 1961. Applies to All Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft. Compliance required as indicated. One instance has been reported where the rivets attaching the forward rod end P/N 22- 04442-1, to the rudder flight tab rod P/N 22-46257, were not installed. This resulted in the rod end P/N 22-04442-1, becoming separated from the tab rod P/N 22-46257, with ensuing loss of the rudder flight tab control. The effects of this malfunction on operational safety is such as to require accomplishment of the following: (a) Prior to further flight unless already accomplished in accordance with Convair Alert Service Bulletin 27-40 dated June 14, 1961, inspect rod P/N 22-46257 and rod end P/N 22- 04442-1 to insure that they are attached by two AN 435 MC rivets per Convair Drawing 22- 46257. (b) If the rivets in paragraph (a) are not installed, rod end P/N 22-04442-1 shall be attached to rod end P/N 22-46257 per Convair Alert Service Bulletin 27-40 dated June 14, 1961, or FAA approved equivalent, prior to further flight. (c) Rod end assemblies attached with NAS 464-3 bolts must be replaced within 250 hours' time in service on bolt by parts complying with Convair Drawing 22-46257. (Convair Alert Service Bulletin 27-40 covers this same subject.) This directive becomes effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated June 16, 1961. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_61-14-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 61-14-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: CONVAIR Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft Subject: Forward Rod End Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/07/1961 Make: D & R Nevada LLC Model: 22 | 22M 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: 61-14-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 61-14-04 SUBJECT HEADING: CONVAIR Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective July 7, 1961. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 61-14-04 CONVAIR: Amdt. 302 Part 507 Federal Register July 7, 1961. Applies to All Model 22 (880) Series Aircraft. Compliance required as indicated. One instance has been reported where the rivets attaching the forward rod end P/N 22- 04442-1, to the rudder flight tab rod P/N 22-46257, were not installed. This resulted in the rod end P/N 22-04442-1, becoming separated from the tab rod P/N 22-46257, with ensuing loss of the rudder flight tab control. The effects of this malfunction on operational safety is such as to require accomplishment of the following: (a) Prior to further flight unless already accomplished in accordance with Convair Alert Service Bulletin 27-40 dated June 14, 1961, inspect rod P/N 22-46257 and rod end P/N 22- 04442-1 to insure that they are attached by two AN 435 MC rivets per Convair Drawing 22- 46257. (b) If the rivets in paragraph (a) are not installed, rod end P/N 22-04442-1 shall be attached to rod end P/N 22-46257 per Convair Alert Service Bulletin 27-40 dated June 14, 1961, or FAA approved equivalent, prior to further flight. (c) Rod end assemblies attached with NAS 464-3 bolts must be replaced within 250 hours' time in service on bolt by parts complying with Convair Drawing 22-46257. (Convair Alert Service Bulletin 27-40 covers this same subject.) This directive becomes effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated June 16, 1961. FOOTER:
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