AD 82-13-01
final rule
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bendix | Magnetos | Airworthiness Directives; BENDIX: Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 Series Magnetos |
| appliance | Bendix | Magnetos | Airworthiness Directives; BENDIX: Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 Series Magnetos |
Unsafe Condition
Loose distributor block bushings may cause magneto and engine malfunction.
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Required Actions
Inspect or replace distributor block according to Bendix Service Bulletin No. 613, including checking engine pistons and valve dry tappet clearance if contamination is found. Record each compliance in the engine log with magneto serial number.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 25 hours in service for magnetos with less than 1000 hours since new or overhaul, within the next 100 hours in service for those between 1000 and 1900 hours, or replace distributor block within 100 hours for those with 1900 hours or more. Replace any distributor block with loose bushings before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 series magnetos with green distributor blocks and no 'R' stamped on the identification plate as per Bendix Service Bulletin No. 613.
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Federal Register Abstract
Magnetos
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AD Final Rules - DRS_82-13-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 82-13-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BENDIX: Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 Series Magnetos Subject: Magnetos Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 06/28/1982 Make: Bendix Model: Magnetos Product Type: Appliance Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 82-13-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4405 AD NUMBER: 82-13-01 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BENDIX: Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 Series Magnetos ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective June 28, 1982. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 82-13-01 BENDIX: Amendment 39-4405. Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 series magnetos which have green distributor blocks and do not have the letter "R" metal stamped on the identification plate as described under "Identification" in Bendix Service Bulletin No. 613. Compliance required as indicated unless already accomplished. To reduce the possibility of magneto and engine malfunction resulting from loose distributor block bushings, accomplish the following: (a) Comply with the inspection, replacement, and identification procedures outlined under "Detailed Instructions" shown in Bendix Service Bulletin No. 613, dated April 1981, or later approved revisions in accordance with the following schedule: MAGNETO TIME IN SERVICE SINCE NEW OR OVERHAUL ACCOMPLISH Less than 1000 hours Inspect within the next 25 hours in service and every 25 hours in service thereafter, unless replaced with new "Gripper Bushing" distributor block. 1000 hours or more but less service than 1900 hours Inspect within the next 100 hours in service unless replaced with new "Gripper Bushing" distributor block. 1900 hours or more Replace the distributor block with new "Gripper Bushing" distributor block within the next 100 hours in service. Any distributor block discovered having a loose bushing must be replaced before further flight. (b) If compliance with Paragraph (a) reveals the distributor block to be contaminated with brass filings or bronze colored dust, inspect the engine as follows: (1) Observe engine pistons through spark plug holes for evidence of burning. (2) Check valve dry tappet clearance per engine manufacturer's instructions. If piston damage or lower than specified dry tappet clearance is present, the engine must be inspected and maintained in accordance with the engine manufacturer's instructions for continued airworthiness. Make an engine log entry of each compliance with Paragraph (a) including the magneto serial number. Equivalent means of compliance may be approved by the Chief of the New York Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-170, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), New England Aircraft Certification Division, Federal Building, JFK International Airport, Jamaica, New York 11430. As permitted by FAR 21.197, aircraft may be flown to a base where maintenance required by this AD can be accomplished. This amendment becomes effective June 28, 1982. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_82-13-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 82-13-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BENDIX: Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 Series Magnetos Subject: Magnetos Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 06/28/1982 Make: Bendix Model: Magnetos Product Type: Appliance Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 82-13-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4405 AD NUMBER: 82-13-01 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BENDIX: Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 Series Magnetos ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective June 28, 1982. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 82-13-01 BENDIX: Amendment 39-4405. Applies to Bendix Engine Products Division's S-1200 series magnetos which have green distributor blocks and do not have the letter "R" metal stamped on the identification plate as described under "Identification" in Bendix Service Bulletin No. 613. Compliance required as indicated unless already accomplished. To reduce the possibility of magneto and engine malfunction resulting from loose distributor block bushings, accomplish the following: (a) Comply with the inspection, replacement, and identification procedures outlined under "Detailed Instructions" shown in Bendix Service Bulletin No. 613, dated April 1981, or later approved revisions in accordance with the following schedule: MAGNETO TIME IN SERVICE SINCE NEW OR OVERHAUL ACCOMPLISH Less than 1000 hours Inspect within the next 25 hours in service and every 25 hours in service thereafter, unless replaced with new "Gripper Bushing" distributor block. 1000 hours or more but less service than 1900 hours Inspect within the next 100 hours in service unless replaced with new "Gripper Bushing" distributor block. 1900 hours or more Replace the distributor block with new "Gripper Bushing" distributor block within the next 100 hours in service. Any distributor block discovered having a loose bushing must be replaced before further flight. (b) If compliance with Paragraph (a) reveals the distributor block to be contaminated with brass filings or bronze colored dust, inspect the engine as follows: (1) Observe engine pistons through spark plug holes for evidence of burning. (2) Check valve dry tappet clearance per engine manufacturer's instructions. If piston damage or lower than specified dry tappet clearance is present, the engine must be inspected and maintained in accordance with the engine manufacturer's instructions for continued airworthiness. Make an engine log entry of each compliance with Paragraph (a) including the magneto serial number. Equivalent means of compliance may be approved by the Chief of the New York Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-170, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), New England Aircraft Certification Division, Federal Building, JFK International Airport, Jamaica, New York 11430. As permitted by FAR 21.197, aircraft may be flown to a base where maintenance required by this AD can be accomplished. This amendment becomes effective June 28, 1982. FOOTER:
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