AD 73-25-04

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Model B19 Airplanes

AD Number
73-25-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Textron Aviation Inc. B19 Airworthiness Directives; BEECH Model B19 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

The existing maximum design weight placard states 2250 pounds, which does not ensure takeoff and climb capability meets certification requirements when operating with more than three occupants.

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Required Actions

Prohibit operation at 2000 pounds gross weight with more than three occupants. Within 10 hours' time in service or ten calendar days after the effective date, replace the placard with one stating 'MAXIMUM DESIGN WEIGHT 2000 POUNDS' and amend weight and balance records. Alternatively, install Beech Kit 23-9014-1 with approved modification.

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Compliance Time

Within the next 10 hours' time in service or ten calendar days, whichever comes first, after the effective date of this AD

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Affected Aircraft

BEECH Model B19 airplanes, serial numbers MB-481 through MB-616

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Source: Official FAA Source ↗

Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain

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