AD 82-26-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 335 | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Models 335, 340 and 340A Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 340 | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Models 335, 340 and 340A Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 340A | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Models 335, 340 and 340A Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the original rudder balance weight rib, Cessna P/N 0831311-1, could result in loss of structural integrity.
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Required Actions
Inspect the original rudder balance weight rib for cracks by removing the fiberglass rudder tip cap. If cracks are found, install a new rudder balance weight rib Cessna P/N 5331004-2 before further flight. Discontinue inspections after installing the new part.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD and each 100 hours time-in-service thereafter
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Models 335 (S/N 335-0001 through 335-0065), 340 (S/N 340-0001 through 340-0555), and 340A (S/N 340A0001 through 340A1521)
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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