AD 83-07-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | British Aerospace Regional Aircraft | H.P. 137 Jetstream Mk. 1 | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Models HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and 200 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | British Aerospace Regional Aircraft | Jetstream Series 200 | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Models HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and 200 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Possible jamming of the rudder due to damaged rudder skin panel stiffeners and debris accumulation.
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Required Actions
Within 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date, inspect rudder skin panel stiffeners for damage and remove debris; fit a fabric patch (debris net) on Rib No. B with effective water drainage. By December 31, 1985, incorporate British Aerospace Modification 5210 as specified in SB No. 8/2.
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Compliance Time
Within 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD; British Aerospace Modification 5210 must be incorporated by December 31, 1985.
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Affected Aircraft
British Aerospace Regional Aircraft Models HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and Jetstream Series 200 airplanes certificated in any category.
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Federal Register Abstract
Rudder Jamming
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AD Final Rules - DRS_83-07-07.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 83-07-07 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Models HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and 200 Series Airplanes Subject: Rudder Jamming Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 04/11/1983 Make: British Aerospace Regional Aircraft Model: H.P. 137 Jetstream Mk. 1 | Jetstream Series 200 Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Small Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 83-07-07 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4605 AD NUMBER: 83-07-07 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Models HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and 200 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective April 11, 1983. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 83-07-07 BRITISH AEROSPACE, AIRCRAFT GROUP, SCOTTISH DIVISION: Amendment 39-4605. Applies to Model HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and Jetstream Series 200 airplanes certificated in any category. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless already accomplished. To prevent possible jamming of the rudder, accomplish the following: a) Within 100 hours time-in-service, after the effective date of this AD: 1) Remove the access panel located between the two bottom ribs in the rudder. Using a light and mirror visually inspect the two rudder skin panel stiffeners for damage in accordance with British Aerospace, Aircraft Group, Jetstream Service Bulletin (SB) No. 8/2, Revision 1, dated November 10, 1982, hereinafter referred to as the SB. Ensure that any debris from damaged stiffeners is removed from the rudder. 2) Fit a fabric patch (debris net) on the undersurface of Rib No. B and provide effective water drainage in accordance with the SB. b) Incorporate British Aerospace Modification 5210 to the rudder assembly as specified in SB No. 8/2, by December 31, 1985. c) Aircraft may be flown in accordance with FAR 21.197 to a location where this Airworthiness Directive (AD) can be accomplished. d) An equivalent method of compliance with this AD, if used, must be approved by the Manager, Aircraft Certification Staff, AEU-100, Europe, Africa and Middle East Office, FAA, c/o American Embassy, 1000 Brussels, Belgium. This amendment becomes effective on April 11, 1983. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_83-07-07.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 83-07-07 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Models HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and 200 Series Airplanes Subject: Rudder Jamming Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 04/11/1983 Make: British Aerospace Regional Aircraft Model: H.P. 137 Jetstream Mk. 1 | Jetstream Series 200 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: 83-07-07 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4605 AD NUMBER: 83-07-07 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Models HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and 200 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective April 11, 1983. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 83-07-07 BRITISH AEROSPACE, AIRCRAFT GROUP, SCOTTISH DIVISION: Amendment 39-4605. Applies to Model HP.137 Jetstream MK-1 and Jetstream Series 200 airplanes certificated in any category. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless already accomplished. To prevent possible jamming of the rudder, accomplish the following: a) Within 100 hours time-in-service, after the effective date of this AD: 1) Remove the access panel located between the two bottom ribs in the rudder. Using a light and mirror visually inspect the two rudder skin panel stiffeners for damage in accordance with British Aerospace, Aircraft Group, Jetstream Service Bulletin (SB) No. 8/2, Revision 1, dated November 10, 1982, hereinafter referred to as the SB. Ensure that any debris from damaged stiffeners is removed from the rudder. 2) Fit a fabric patch (debris net) on the undersurface of Rib No. B and provide effective water drainage in accordance with the SB. b) Incorporate British Aerospace Modification 5210 to the rudder assembly as specified in SB No. 8/2, by December 31, 1985. c) Aircraft may be flown in accordance with FAR 21.197 to a location where this Airworthiness Directive (AD) can be accomplished. d) An equivalent method of compliance with this AD, if used, must be approved by the Manager, Aircraft Certification Staff, AEU-100, Europe, Africa and Middle East Office, FAA, c/o American Embassy, 1000 Brussels, Belgium. This amendment becomes effective on April 11, 1983. FOOTER:
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