AD 70-26-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Woodward Governor Company | Governors | Airworthiness Directives; WOODWARD: Applies to Woodward Propeller Governors |
Unsafe Condition
Loose or worn serrations on the propeller governor lever arm and speed control shaft could result in loss of propeller control.
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Required Actions
Inspect the propeller governor lever arm for axial and rotational security, alignment, and clearance. Replace the governor if serrations are damaged or excessively worn. Reinstall components with specified torque and safety wire if conditions are satisfactory. Ensure aircraft linkage security and rigging.
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Compliance Time
within the next 50 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Woodward Governor Company Models 210452, A210452, B210452, C210452, D210452, E210452, F210452, G210452, H210452, J210452, K210452, L210452, M210452, P210452, 210453, 210458, 210460, B210460, 210462, A210462, 210472, and C210472 with serial numbers below 992601 manufactured prior to 1970.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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