AD 70-12-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Textron Aviation Inc. | 36 | Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Models 36 and A36 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Textron Aviation Inc. | A36 | Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Models 36 and A36 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of seat tracks on the two center seats could result in loss of seat support and possible injury to occupants.
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Required Actions
Modify the seat tracks on the two center seats in accordance with Beechcraft Service Instructions No. 0343-314 or an equivalent method approved by the FAA.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
BEECH Models 36 and A36 Airplanes with serial numbers E-1 through E-201.
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Federal Register Abstract
Seat Tracks
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AD Final Rules - DRS_70-12-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 70-12-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Models 36 and A36 Airplanes Subject: Seat Tracks Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 06/09/1970 Make: Textron Aviation Inc. Model: 36 | A36 Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Small Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 70-12-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-1001 AD NUMBER: 70-12-02 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Models 36 and A36 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective June 9, 1970. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 70-12-02 BEECH: Amdt. 39-1001. Applies to Models 36 and A36 (Serial Numbers E-1 through E-201) Airplanes. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless already accomplished. To effect compliance with a certification regulatory requirement, accomplish the following: Within 50 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, modify the seat tracks on the two center seats in accordance with Beechcraft Service Instructions No. 0343-314, or an equivalent method approved by the Chief, Engineering & Manufacturing Branch, FAA, Central Region. This amendment becomes effective June 9, 1970. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_70-12-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 70-12-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Models 36 and A36 Airplanes Subject: Seat Tracks Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 06/09/1970 Make: Textron Aviation Inc. Model: 36 | A36 Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Small 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: 70-12-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-1001 AD NUMBER: 70-12-02 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Models 36 and A36 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective June 9, 1970. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 70-12-02 BEECH: Amdt. 39-1001. Applies to Models 36 and A36 (Serial Numbers E-1 through E-201) Airplanes. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless already accomplished. To effect compliance with a certification regulatory requirement, accomplish the following: Within 50 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, modify the seat tracks on the two center seats in accordance with Beechcraft Service Instructions No. 0343-314, or an equivalent method approved by the Chief, Engineering & Manufacturing Branch, FAA, Central Region. This amendment becomes effective June 9, 1970. FOOTER:
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