AD 87-15-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-B4MN-5 | Airworthiness Directives; Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model HC-B4MN-5( ) Propellers |
| propeller | Hartzell Propeller, Inc. | HC-B4MN-5 | Airworthiness Directives; Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model HC-B4MN-5( ) Propellers |
Unsafe Condition
Pitch change rod failure which could result in loss of propeller control
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Required Actions
Replace the spring assembly, P/N B-831-54, with spring assembly P/N B-831-64, which includes a strengthened pitch change rod in accordance with Hartzell Service Bulletin No. 153, dated May 1, 1987.
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Compliance Time
next propeller overhaul or within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs sooner
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Affected Aircraft
Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model HC-B4MN-5 propellers installed on CASA Model C-212-CC and -CF airplanes
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Federal Register Abstract
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AD Final Rules - DRS_87-15-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 87-15-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model HC-B4MN-5( ) Propellers Subject: Propellers Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/31/1987 Make: Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model: HC-B4MN-5 Product Type: Propeller Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 87-15-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-5667 AD NUMBER: 87-15-04 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model HC-B4MN-5( ) Propellers ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective July 31, 1987. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 87-15-04 HARTZELL PROPELLER, INC.: Amendment 39-5667. Applies to Hartzell Model HC-B4MN-5( ) propellers installed on CASA Model C-212-CC and -CF airplanes. Compliance required at next propeller overhaul or within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs sooner, unless already accomplished. To prevent pitch change rod failure which could result in loss of propeller control, accomplish the following: Replace the spring assembly, P/N B-831-54, with spring assembly, P/N B-831-64, which includes a strengthened pitch change rod in accordance with Hartzell Service Bulletin No. 153, dated May 1, 1987. Aircraft may be ferried in accordance with the provisions of FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to a base where the AD can be accomplished. Upon request, an equivalent means of compliance with the requirements of this AD may be approved by the Manager, Chicago Aircraft Certification Office, Federal Aviation Administration, 2300 East Devon Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois 60018. Upon submission of substantiating data by an owner or operator through an FAA maintenance inspector, the Manager, Chicago Aircraft Certification Office, may adjust the compliance time specified in this AD. Hartzell Service Bulletin No. 153, dated May 1, 1987, identified and described in this document, is incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive which have not already received this document from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to Hartzell Propeller, Inc., 1800 Covington Avenue, Piqua, Ohio 45356. This document also may be examined at the Office of the Regional Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration, Attn: Rules Docket No. 87-ANE-20, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, Massachusetts 01803 weekdays, except federal holidays, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. This amendment, 39-5667, becomes effective on July 31, 1987. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_87-15-04.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 87-15-04 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model HC-B4MN-5( ) Propellers Subject: Propellers Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/31/1987 Make: Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model: HC-B4MN-5 Product Type: Propeller Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 87-15-04 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-5667 AD NUMBER: 87-15-04 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Model HC-B4MN-5( ) Propellers ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective July 31, 1987. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 87-15-04 HARTZELL PROPELLER, INC.: Amendment 39-5667. Applies to Hartzell Model HC-B4MN-5( ) propellers installed on CASA Model C-212-CC and -CF airplanes. Compliance required at next propeller overhaul or within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs sooner, unless already accomplished. To prevent pitch change rod failure which could result in loss of propeller control, accomplish the following: Replace the spring assembly, P/N B-831-54, with spring assembly, P/N B-831-64, which includes a strengthened pitch change rod in accordance with Hartzell Service Bulletin No. 153, dated May 1, 1987. Aircraft may be ferried in accordance with the provisions of FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to a base where the AD can be accomplished. Upon request, an equivalent means of compliance with the requirements of this AD may be approved by the Manager, Chicago Aircraft Certification Office, Federal Aviation Administration, 2300 East Devon Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois 60018. Upon submission of substantiating data by an owner or operator through an FAA maintenance inspector, the Manager, Chicago Aircraft Certification Office, may adjust the compliance time specified in this AD. Hartzell Service Bulletin No. 153, dated May 1, 1987, identified and described in this document, is incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive which have not already received this document from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to Hartzell Propeller, Inc., 1800 Covington Avenue, Piqua, Ohio 45356. This document also may be examined at the Office of the Regional Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration, Attn: Rules Docket No. 87-ANE-20, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, Massachusetts 01803 weekdays, except federal holidays, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. This amendment, 39-5667, becomes effective on July 31, 1987. FOOTER:
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