AD 61-16-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | British Aerospace (Commercial Aircraft) Ltd | Argosy AW.650 Series 101 | ARMSTRONG-WHITWORTH Model AW-65O Argosy Series Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Service defects on elevators, rudders, fins, and flaps including loose rivets, cracks, and damaged skin.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect elevators, rudders, fins, and flaps for loose rivets, cracks, and damaged skin before every flight. Repair loose rivets or damaged skin with FAA-approved methods before further flight. Address cracks by inspecting internal structure if cracks are between rivets or at least one inch long; repair skin or replace components as needed. Smaller cracks must be stopped by drilling or repaired prior to next flight.
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Compliance Time
Prior to every flight, before further flight, prior to next flight.
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Affected Aircraft
ARMSTRONG-WHITWORTH Model AW-65O Argosy Series 101 aircraft with serial numbers 6655, 6656, 6657, 6659, and 6660.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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