AD 81-15-52 R1
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | HS 748 Series 2A | Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION Model HS-748 Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | HS 748 Series 2B | Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION Model HS-748 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Improper securing of entry and cargo doors could result in door failure during flight.
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Required Actions
Within 2 days after receipt of the AD, perform a preflight check procedure with log book entry per specified service bulletin. Within 14 days, remove external markings and indicators, check mechanical locking system, and inspect windows adjacent to indicator drums for correct installation. At the next 'A' check or within 14 days, perform electrical indication system checks and repeat at each subsequent 'A' check or 14-day period. Use FAA-approved alternate means if approved.
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Compliance Time
Effective September 9, 1981
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Affected Aircraft
BAE Systems (Operations) Limited HS 748 Series 2A and HS 748 Series 2B airplanes certified in all categories.
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Federal Register Abstract
Securing Of Entry/Cargo Doors
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AD Final Rules - DRS_81-15-52_R.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 81-15-52 R1 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION Model HS-748 Airplanes Subject: Securing Of Entry/Cargo Doors Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 09/09/1981 Make: BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model: HS 748 Series 2A | HS 748 Series 2B Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 81-15-52 R1 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4201 AD NUMBER: 81-15-52 R1 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION Model HS-748 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective September 9, 1981. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 81-15-52 R1 BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION: Amendment 39-4201. Applies to all operators of HS-748 airplanes certified in all categories. To ensure all entry and cargo doors are properly secured, accomplish the following unless already accomplished: 1. Within 2 days after the receipt of this AD, accomplish a preflight check procedure including log book entry in accordance with paragraph 2A of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 2. Within 14 days after the receipt of this AD, remove external markings and indicators in accordance with paragraph 2B of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 3. Within 14 days after the receipt of this AD, perform checks of the mechanical locking system in accordance with paragraph 2C1 of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 4. At the next "A" check or within 14 days, whichever comes first, and at each "A" check thereafter or 14 day-period, perform electrical indication system checks in accordance with paragraph 2C2 of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 5. Airplanes may be flown to a maintenance base for repairs or replacement in accordance with FAR 21.197 and FAR 21.199. 6. Alternate means of compliance or other actions which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Chief, Seattle Area Aircraft Certification Office, FAA Northwest Region. 7. Within ten days after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, inspect the windows adjacent to indicator drums for correct installation in accordance with British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated August 3, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. If windows are found improperly installed, they must be removed and refitted correctly. The manufacturer's specifications and procedures identified and described in this directive are incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive who have not already received these documents from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to the addresses listed above. These documents may also be examined at FAA Northwest Region, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington 98108. This amendment becomes effective September 9, 1981, and was effective earlier to those recipients of Telegraphic AD T81-15-52 dated July 10, 1981. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_81-15-52_R.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 81-15-52 R1 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION Model HS-748 Airplanes Subject: Securing Of Entry/Cargo Doors Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 09/09/1981 Make: BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model: HS 748 Series 2A | HS 748 Series 2B 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: 81-15-52 R1 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4201 AD NUMBER: 81-15-52 R1 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION Model HS-748 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective September 9, 1981. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 81-15-52 R1 BRITISH AEROSPACE CORPORATION: Amendment 39-4201. Applies to all operators of HS-748 airplanes certified in all categories. To ensure all entry and cargo doors are properly secured, accomplish the following unless already accomplished: 1. Within 2 days after the receipt of this AD, accomplish a preflight check procedure including log book entry in accordance with paragraph 2A of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 2. Within 14 days after the receipt of this AD, remove external markings and indicators in accordance with paragraph 2B of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 3. Within 14 days after the receipt of this AD, perform checks of the mechanical locking system in accordance with paragraph 2C1 of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 4. At the next "A" check or within 14 days, whichever comes first, and at each "A" check thereafter or 14 day-period, perform electrical indication system checks in accordance with paragraph 2C2 of British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated July 10, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. 5. Airplanes may be flown to a maintenance base for repairs or replacement in accordance with FAR 21.197 and FAR 21.199. 6. Alternate means of compliance or other actions which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Chief, Seattle Area Aircraft Certification Office, FAA Northwest Region. 7. Within ten days after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, inspect the windows adjacent to indicator drums for correct installation in accordance with British Aerospace Corporation Alert Service Bulletin A52/90 dated August 3, 1981, or a later FAA approved revision. If windows are found improperly installed, they must be removed and refitted correctly. The manufacturer's specifications and procedures identified and described in this directive are incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive who have not already received these documents from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to the addresses listed above. These documents may also be examined at FAA Northwest Region, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington 98108. This amendment becomes effective September 9, 1981, and was effective earlier to those recipients of Telegraphic AD T81-15-52 dated July 10, 1981. FOOTER:
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