AD 82-08-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Augustair, Inc. | 2150A | Airworthiness Directives; VARGA AIRCRAFT CORPORATION (Morissey) Models 2150A and 2180 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Augustair, Inc. | 2180 | Airworthiness Directives; VARGA AIRCRAFT CORPORATION (Morissey) Models 2150A and 2180 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the elevator horn assembly which will result in loss of elevator control.
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Required Actions
Conduct a visual inspection using a 4X glass of the radius of the P/N VAC 6000L-65 (steel) elevator horn to elevator attach flanges, particularly in the side adjacent to the balance weights. Conduct a visual check of the radius of the P/N VAC 6000J-32 or P/N VAC 6000K-32 (aluminum) elevator horn to elevator attach flanges, particularly in the side opposite the balance weights. If any cracks are found, replace with like serviceable part or replace with P/N VAC 30400-100 elevator horn/balance arm assembly. Replace P/N VAC 6000J-32, P/N VAC 6000K-32 and P/N 6000L-65 with P/N VAC 30400-100 elevator horn/balance arm assembly by June 12, 1982.
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Compliance Time
Prior to further flight after the effective date of this AD and thereafter before the first flight of each day for inspections/checks. Replace parts on or before June 12, 1982.
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Affected Aircraft
VARGA AIRCRAFT CORPORATION (Morissey) Models 2150A and 2180 airplanes, serial numbers VAC 50 thru VAC 181.
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