AD 63-17-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Lockheed Martin Corporation | 1329-23A | LOCKHEED Model 1329 Aircraft |
| aircraft | Lockheed Martin Corporation | 1329-23D | LOCKHEED Model 1329 Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the rib flanges of the horizontal stabilizer box section
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Required Actions
Post placards indicating airspeed limits (V MO = 300 knots EAS, M MO = Mach 0.82) and a restriction on speed brake use; inspect the horizontal stabilizer within 20 hours' time in service per Lockheed Bulletin No. 329-142; replace with stabilizer P/N JE 205-502 or equivalent modification to eliminate AD compliance.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 20 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Lockheed Model 1329 Aircraft, serial numbers 5001 and up, models 1329-23A and 1329-23D
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Federal Register Abstract
Airspeed Limits
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AD Final Rules - DRS_63-17-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 63-17-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: LOCKHEED Model 1329 Aircraft Subject: Airspeed Limits Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/25/1963 Make: Lockheed Martin Corporation Model: 1329-23A | 1329-23D Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 63-17-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 63-17-04 SUBJECT HEADING: LOCKHEED Model 1329 Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated July 25, 1963. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 63-17-04 LOCKHEED: Amdt. 600 Part 507 Federal Register August 13, 1963. Applies to All Model 1329 Aircraft. Serial Numbers 5001 and Up. Compliance required as indicated. As a result of cracks in the rib flanges of the horizontal stabilizer box section, accomplish the following: (a) Prior to further flight post the following placards in full view of the pilot: (1) "Airspeed Limit V MO Equals 300 Knots Eas. M Mo Remains Mach 0.82." (2) "Do Not Extend Speed Brake During Flight at Speeds Above 250 Knots EAS or at Altitudes Above 30,000 Feet Except in an Emergency." (b) Within the next 20 hours' time in service, after the effective date of this AD, inspect the horizontal stabilizer in accordance with the provisions specified in Lockheed Bulletin No. 329-142. (c) When a new stabilizer P/N JE 205-502 is installed in accordance with Lockheed Jetstar Service Bulletin No. 329-148 dated January 31, 1964, or an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Engineering Branch, FAA Southern Region is incorporated, compliance with this AD is no longer required. This directive effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated July 25, 1963. Revised September 7, 1963. Revised March 7, 1964. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_63-17-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 63-17-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: LOCKHEED Model 1329 Aircraft Subject: Airspeed Limits Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/25/1963 Make: Lockheed Martin Corporation Model: 1329-23A | 1329-23D 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: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 63-17-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 63-17-04 SUBJECT HEADING: LOCKHEED Model 1329 Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated July 25, 1963. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 63-17-04 LOCKHEED: Amdt. 600 Part 507 Federal Register August 13, 1963. Applies to All Model 1329 Aircraft. Serial Numbers 5001 and Up. Compliance required as indicated. As a result of cracks in the rib flanges of the horizontal stabilizer box section, accomplish the following: (a) Prior to further flight post the following placards in full view of the pilot: (1) "Airspeed Limit V MO Equals 300 Knots Eas. M Mo Remains Mach 0.82." (2) "Do Not Extend Speed Brake During Flight at Speeds Above 250 Knots EAS or at Altitudes Above 30,000 Feet Except in an Emergency." (b) Within the next 20 hours' time in service, after the effective date of this AD, inspect the horizontal stabilizer in accordance with the provisions specified in Lockheed Bulletin No. 329-142. (c) When a new stabilizer P/N JE 205-502 is installed in accordance with Lockheed Jetstar Service Bulletin No. 329-148 dated January 31, 1964, or an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Engineering Branch, FAA Southern Region is incorporated, compliance with this AD is no longer required. This directive effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated July 25, 1963. Revised September 7, 1963. Revised March 7, 1964. FOOTER:
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