AD 74-03-04

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; GENERAL DYNAMICS Model 240 Series and T- 29B Airplanes

AD Number
74-03-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd. 240 Series Airworthiness Directives; GENERAL DYNAMICS Model 240 Series and T- 29B Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracks in pilot and co-pilot window frame castings (P/N 240-3110314-6 and -7) could result in failure in flight and consequent rapid decompression.

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Required Actions

Inspect castings for cracks using General Dynamics Service Bulletin 600 (240D) S.B. No. 53-2A or approved method. Replace cracked castings with new parts (P/N 240-3110314-6/-7) either prior to further flight if completely severed, or within 250 flight hours if not severed, with interim zero cabin pressure operation.

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Compliance Time

Within 250 hours' time in service after the effective date (February 4, 1947) for castings with 4500+ hours, or prior to 4750 hours' time in service for those with less. Subsequent inspections at intervals not exceeding 1000 hours' time in service.

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Affected Aircraft

GENERAL DYNAMICS Model 240 Series and T-29B airplanes modified under STC SA1054WE.

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