AD 82-16-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Nomad TC Pty Ltd | N22B | Airworthiness Directives; GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT FACTORIES (GAF) Model N22B Land Planes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the horizontal stabilizer control rod and torque shaft, or improper alignment of the pulley bracket, could result in reduced airplane controllability in severe turbulence when loaded near the aft C.G. limit.
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Required Actions
Inspect and install a new horizontal stabilizer control rod and modified torque shaft per GAF Service Bulletin NMD 27-9 Rev. 1. Replace the pulley mounting bracket at Station 399 with redesigned bracketry per Service Bulletin NMD-27-15. Remark the horizontal stabilizer trim indicator drum assembly with a new label as outlined in the Service Bulletin. Verify the horizontal stabilizer rigging angle is adjusted to 3 degrees plus or minus 1/2 degree nosedown and check control clearance and operation.
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Compliance Time
within the next 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Nomad TC Pty Ltd Model N22B land planes, serial numbers N22B-5 thru N22B-101, excluding those with horizontal stabilizer mass balance trim tabs installed per GAF Factory Modification No. N439, and excepting serial numbers 26, 55, 90, 93, 95, 102 and subsequent for paragraph A)(1), and serial numbers 82 and subsequent for paragraph A)(2)
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Federal Register Abstract
Instln Of Horizontal Stabilizer
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AD Final Rules - DRS_82-16-11.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 82-16-11 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT FACTORIES (GAF) Model N22B Land Planes Subject: Instln Of Horizontal Stabilizer Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 08/12/1982 Make: Nomad TC Pty Ltd Model: N22B Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Small Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 82-16-11 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4435 AD NUMBER: 82-16-11 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT FACTORIES (GAF) Model N22B Land Planes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective August 12, 1982. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 82-16-11 GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT FACTORIES (GAF): Amendment 39-4435. Applies to Nomad Model N22B land planes only (S/Ns N22B-5 thru N22B-101 having horizontal stabilizer mass balance trim tabs except as noted in paragraphs A)(1) and A)(2) of this AD) certificated in any category. NOTE: Installation of horizontal stabilizer mass balance trim tabs in accordance with GAF Factory Modification No. N439 can be determined by visual inspection and verification that trim tab balance weights are installed on the inboard and outboard ends of each trim tab. COMPLIANCE: Required as indicated unless previously accomplished. A) To improve airplane controllability in severe turbulence when loaded near the aft C.G. limit, within the next 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD, accomplish the following: (1) Assemble and install a new horizontal stabilizer control rod and modified torque shaft in accordance with the instructions contained in GAF Nomad Service Bulletin NMD 27-9 Revision 1 dated April 30, 1982. GAF Modification N211 is the same as this Service Bulletin. It has been incorporated by the manufacturer on S/Ns 26, 55, 90, 93, 95, 102 and subsequent and modification of these S/Ns to this paragraph is not required. (2) Remove the pulley mounting bracket at Station 399 and replace with redesigned bracketry to obtain direct cable/pulley alignment in accordance with GAF Nomad Service Bulletin NMD-27-15 dated December 23, 1981. GAF Modification N63 is the same as this Service Bulletin. It has been incorporated by the manufacturer on S/Ns 82 and subsequent and modification of those S/Ns to this paragraph is not required. (3) Remark the horizontal stabilizer trim indicator drum assembly by attaching a new label per the procedure as outlined in paragraph 2.Q. of GAF Nomad Service Bulletin NMD-27-9 dated March 10, 1982. (4) With the modification incorporated, verify that the horizontal stabilizer rigging angle has changed from 3-1/2 degrees plus or minus 1/2 degree stabilizer (not aircraft) nosedown to 3 degrees plus or minus 1/2 degree nosedown. For rigging instructions, see Maintenance Manual (MM) 27-40-00. (Service Bulletin NMD 27-9 Rev. 1 dated April 30, 1982, provides an alternate procedure.) NOTE: On completion of rigging, check controls for correct sense (direction) or operation and for full and free movement under all trim conditions. In particular, ensure that positive clearance exists between the tab and the horizontal stabilizer trailing edge structure through full range of stabilizer travel with full noseup (aircraft) trim selected. B) A special flight permit may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 to allow flight of the airplane to a location where this AD may be accomplished provided the aft C.G. does not exceed 35 percent MAC. C) An alternate means of compliance with this AD may be used if approved by the Chief, Honolulu Aircraft Certification Field Office, Northwest Mountain Region, Federal Aviation Administration, 300 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Hawaii 96850. This amendment becomes effective on August 12, 1982. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_82-16-11.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 82-16-11 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT FACTORIES (GAF) Model N22B Land Planes Subject: Instln Of Horizontal Stabilizer Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 08/12/1982 Make: Nomad TC Pty Ltd Model: N22B Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Small 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: 82-16-11 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4435 AD NUMBER: 82-16-11 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT FACTORIES (GAF) Model N22B Land Planes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective August 12, 1982. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 82-16-11 GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT FACTORIES (GAF): Amendment 39-4435. Applies to Nomad Model N22B land planes only (S/Ns N22B-5 thru N22B-101 having horizontal stabilizer mass balance trim tabs except as noted in paragraphs A)(1) and A)(2) of this AD) certificated in any category. NOTE: Installation of horizontal stabilizer mass balance trim tabs in accordance with GAF Factory Modification No. N439 can be determined by visual inspection and verification that trim tab balance weights are installed on the inboard and outboard ends of each trim tab. COMPLIANCE: Required as indicated unless previously accomplished. A) To improve airplane controllability in severe turbulence when loaded near the aft C.G. limit, within the next 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD, accomplish the following: (1) Assemble and install a new horizontal stabilizer control rod and modified torque shaft in accordance with the instructions contained in GAF Nomad Service Bulletin NMD 27-9 Revision 1 dated April 30, 1982. GAF Modification N211 is the same as this Service Bulletin. It has been incorporated by the manufacturer on S/Ns 26, 55, 90, 93, 95, 102 and subsequent and modification of these S/Ns to this paragraph is not required. (2) Remove the pulley mounting bracket at Station 399 and replace with redesigned bracketry to obtain direct cable/pulley alignment in accordance with GAF Nomad Service Bulletin NMD-27-15 dated December 23, 1981. GAF Modification N63 is the same as this Service Bulletin. It has been incorporated by the manufacturer on S/Ns 82 and subsequent and modification of those S/Ns to this paragraph is not required. (3) Remark the horizontal stabilizer trim indicator drum assembly by attaching a new label per the procedure as outlined in paragraph 2.Q. of GAF Nomad Service Bulletin NMD-27-9 dated March 10, 1982. (4) With the modification incorporated, verify that the horizontal stabilizer rigging angle has changed from 3-1/2 degrees plus or minus 1/2 degree stabilizer (not aircraft) nosedown to 3 degrees plus or minus 1/2 degree nosedown. For rigging instructions, see Maintenance Manual (MM) 27-40-00. (Service Bulletin NMD 27-9 Rev. 1 dated April 30, 1982, provides an alternate procedure.) NOTE: On completion of rigging, check controls for correct sense (direction) or operation and for full and free movement under all trim conditions. In particular, ensure that positive clearance exists between the tab and the horizontal stabilizer trailing edge structure through full range of stabilizer travel with full noseup (aircraft) trim selected. B) A special flight permit may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 to allow flight of the airplane to a location where this AD may be accomplished provided the aft C.G. does not exceed 35 percent MAC. C) An alternate means of compliance with this AD may be used if approved by the Chief, Honolulu Aircraft Certification Field Office, Northwest Mountain Region, Federal Aviation Administration, 300 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Hawaii 96850. This amendment becomes effective on August 12, 1982. FOOTER:
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