AD 80-03-05 R1
final rule
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Sabreliner Corporation | NA-265-70 | Airworthiness Directives; ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL Models NA-265-70 and NA-265-80 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Sabreliner Corporation | NA-265-80 | Airworthiness Directives; ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL Models NA-265-70 and NA-265-80 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Elevator trailing edge delamination
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Required Actions
Inspect elevator trailing edge for delamination within 15 hours' time in service or 10 days from the effective date. If delamination is found, repair it, enlarge existing 25 drain holes, add 75 drain holes, add elevator balance weights, and perform a static balance check. If no delamination is found, accomplish these actions prior to 300 additional hours or 90 days from the effective date.
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Compliance Time
Within 15 hours' time in service or 10 days from the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first. If no delamination is found, prior to the accumulation of 300 additional hours' time in service or 90 days from the effective date.
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Affected Aircraft
Rockwell International Models NA-265-70 serial numbers 1 and 7 only, and NA-265-80 (all) series airplanes.
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Federal Register Abstract
Elevator Trailing Edge
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AD Final Rules - DRS_80-03-05_R.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 80-03-05 R1 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL Models NA-265-70 and NA-265-80 Series Airplanes Subject: Elevator Trailing Edge Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 05/29/1980 Make: Sabreliner Corporation Model: NA-265-70 | NA-265-80 Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 80-03-05 R1 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-3772 AD NUMBER: 80-03-05 R1 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL Models NA-265-70 and NA-265-80 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective May 29, 1980. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 80-03-05 R1 ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL: Amendment 39-3685 as amended by Amendment 39-3772. Applies to Model NA-265-70 serial numbers 1 and 7 only, and NA-265-80 (all) series airplanes certificated in all categories. Compliance required as indicated, unless already accomplished. To prevent elevator trailing edge delamination, accomplish the following: a. Within 15 hours' time in service or 10 days from the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, inspect elevator trailing edge for delamination as specified in paragraph 7, "Modification Instructions" of Rockwell International, Sabreliner Division, Service Bulletin No. 43 dated September 14, 1979. b. If evidence of delamination is found, prior to further flight, accomplish paragraph (d) of this AD. c. If no evidence of delamination is found, prior to the accumulation of 300 additional hours' time in service or 90 days from the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, accomplish paragraph (d) of this AD. d. Repair any delamination, enlarge existing 25 drain holes and add 75 drain holes as specified in "Modification Instructions" of Service Bulletin No. 43, and add elevator balance weights and accomplish static balance check as specified in Rockwell International, Sabreliner Division, Service Bulletin No. 44 dated September 14, 1979. e. Alternative inspections, modifications or other actions which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. f. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base for the accomplishment of inspections required by this AD. Amendment 39-3685 became effective February 11, 1980. This Amendment 39-3772 becomes effective May 29, 1980. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_80-03-05_R.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 80-03-05 R1 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL Models NA-265-70 and NA-265-80 Series Airplanes Subject: Elevator Trailing Edge Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 05/29/1980 Make: Sabreliner Corporation Model: NA-265-70 | NA-265-80 Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large 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: 80-03-05 R1 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-3772 AD NUMBER: 80-03-05 R1 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL Models NA-265-70 and NA-265-80 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective May 29, 1980. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 80-03-05 R1 ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL: Amendment 39-3685 as amended by Amendment 39-3772. Applies to Model NA-265-70 serial numbers 1 and 7 only, and NA-265-80 (all) series airplanes certificated in all categories. Compliance required as indicated, unless already accomplished. To prevent elevator trailing edge delamination, accomplish the following: a. Within 15 hours' time in service or 10 days from the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, inspect elevator trailing edge for delamination as specified in paragraph 7, "Modification Instructions" of Rockwell International, Sabreliner Division, Service Bulletin No. 43 dated September 14, 1979. b. If evidence of delamination is found, prior to further flight, accomplish paragraph (d) of this AD. c. If no evidence of delamination is found, prior to the accumulation of 300 additional hours' time in service or 90 days from the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, accomplish paragraph (d) of this AD. d. Repair any delamination, enlarge existing 25 drain holes and add 75 drain holes as specified in "Modification Instructions" of Service Bulletin No. 43, and add elevator balance weights and accomplish static balance check as specified in Rockwell International, Sabreliner Division, Service Bulletin No. 44 dated September 14, 1979. e. Alternative inspections, modifications or other actions which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. f. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base for the accomplishment of inspections required by this AD. Amendment 39-3685 became effective February 11, 1980. This Amendment 39-3772 becomes effective May 29, 1980. FOOTER:
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