AD 61-20-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Russell Manufacturing Company | Safety Belts | Airworthiness Directives; RUSSELL MANUFACTURING COMPANY SAFETY BELT: Applies to All Aircraft Equipped With Rusco Model RM23 P/N SB1709 Safety Belts Manufactured From October 1959, through June 1960, and Equipped With D-832B Buckles |
Unsafe Condition
The buckle cam does not securely grip the webbing, causing the assembly to slip.
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Required Actions
Apply a minimum tensile load of 100 pounds to the belt assembly. If the webbing slips through the buckle, replace the belt with an airworthy assembly conforming to TSO-C22 standards prior to further flight.
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Compliance Time
within the next 25 hours' time in service after the effective date of this directive
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Affected Aircraft
All aircraft equipped with Rusco Model RM23 P/N SB1709 safety belts manufactured from October 1959 through June 1960 and equipped with D-832B buckles.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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