AD 71-16-04

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; LEARJET Models 23, 24 and 25 Airplanes

AD Number
71-16-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Learjet Inc. 23 Airworthiness Directives; LEARJET Models 23, 24 and 25 Airplanes
aircraft Learjet Inc. 24 Airworthiness Directives; LEARJET Models 23, 24 and 25 Airplanes
aircraft Learjet Inc. 25 Airworthiness Directives; LEARJET Models 23, 24 and 25 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Battery temperature and charging conditions can result in battery fires and intense heat.

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Required Actions

Conduct a one-time inspection of both batteries for heat damage and marathon (sonotone) battery models with specific cell types. Install Learjet Modification Kit No. AMK 71-10 or equivalent within specified timeframes based on battery cell composition. Operate in accordance with revised flight manuals and service bulletins.

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Compliance Time

Within ten (10) hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD for aircraft with marathon batteries containing polystyrene or mixed cells; within fifty (50) hours' time in service for others. Compliance required as indicated unless already accomplished.

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Affected Aircraft

Learjet Models 23 (S/N 23-003 through 23-099), 24 (S/N 24-100 through 24-247), and 25 (S/N 25-002 through 25-080).

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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

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