AD 89-03-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Vulcanair S.p.A. | P 68 | Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Vulcanair S.p.A. | P 68 Observer | Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Vulcanair S.p.A. | P 68B | Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Vulcanair S.p.A. | P 68C | Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Vulcanair S.p.A. | P 68C-TC | Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Vulcanair S.p.A. | P68TC Observer | Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of structural integrity of the engine mounts due to cracks, circumferential scoring, corrosion, or absence of protective coating on the shank of the bolts.
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Required Actions
Inspect engine mounting system bolts for cracks, scoring, corrosion, or coating issues using a 10x magnifier. Replace damaged bolts and ensure washers are properly installed with chamfered holes mating bolt heads. Torque bolts to 335-375 inch-pounds. Repeat inspection at each subsequent engine removal.
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Compliance Time
within the next 25 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished after the last engine removal
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Affected Aircraft
Vulcanair S.p.A. Models P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 Observer, and P 68TC Observer (all serial numbers)
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Federal Register Abstract
Engine Mounting System
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AD Final Rules - DRS_89-03-03.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 89-03-03 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC ...Show more Subject: Engine Mounting System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 02/16/1989 Make: Vulcanair S.p.A. Model: P 68 | P 68 Observer | P 68B | P 68C | P 68C-TC | P68TC Observer 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: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 89-03-03 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-6117 AD NUMBER: 89-03-03 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective February 16, 1989. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 89-03-03 PARTENAVIA COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE, SPA: Amendment 39-6117. Applicability: Models P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" (all serial numbers) airplanes certificated in any category. Compliance: Required within the next 25 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished after the last engine removal. To prevent loss of structural integrity of the engine mounts, accomplish the following as referenced in Partenavia Service Bulletin (SB) No. 76 dated December 23, 1988: (a) Inspect the engine mounting system as follows for both engines: (1) Prepare the airplane as necessary as described for "ENGINE REMOVAL" in the Partenavia Maintenance Manual and support the engine with a hoist. (2) Remove the mount bolts (P/N MS 20006-12) from the airframe one-by-one starting with the lower bolts. (3) With a 10x magnifier, visually inspect the bolts for cracks, circumferential scoring, corrosion, or absence of protective coating on the shank of the bolt. Prior to further flight discard all damaged bolts, and replace with serviceable bolts. (4) Insure that washers (P/N MS 20002-C6) are properly installed on all the engine mount attachment bolts with the chamfer in the hole mating with the head of the bolt. (5) Reinstall undamaged bolts or replacement bolts and washers. Starting with the upper bolts, torque each to 335 to 375 inch-pounds. (6) Prepare the airplane for flight as described in "INSTALLATION OF ENGINE" in the Partenavia Maintenance Manual. (b) Repeat the requirements of paragraph (a) of this AD at any subsequent engine removal. (c) Airplanes may be flown in accordance with FAR 21.197 to a location where this AD may be accomplished. (d) An equivalent means of compliance with this AD may be used if approved by the Manager, Aircraft Certification Division, AEU-100, Europe, Africa, and Middle East Office, FAA, c/o American Embassy, B-1000 Brussels, Belgium. All persons affected by this directive may obtain copies of the document referred to herein upon request to Partenavia Costruzioni Aeronautiche. S.P.A., Via Cava 80026 Casoria-Naples, Italy; telephone 81 759-0946; or may examine this document at the FAA, Office of the Assistant Chief Counsel, Room 1558, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. This amendment (39-6117, AD 89-03-03) becomes effective on February 16, 1989. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_89-03-03.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 89-03-03 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC ...Show more Subject: Engine Mounting System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 02/16/1989 Make: Vulcanair S.p.A. Model: P 68 | P 68 Observer | P 68B | P 68C | P 68C-TC | P68TC Observer 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: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 89-03-03 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-6117 AD NUMBER: 89-03-03 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Partenavia Model P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective February 16, 1989. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 89-03-03 PARTENAVIA COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE, SPA: Amendment 39-6117. Applicability: Models P 68, P 68B, P 68C, P 68TC, P 68 "Observer", and P 68TC "Observer" (all serial numbers) airplanes certificated in any category. Compliance: Required within the next 25 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished after the last engine removal. To prevent loss of structural integrity of the engine mounts, accomplish the following as referenced in Partenavia Service Bulletin (SB) No. 76 dated December 23, 1988: (a) Inspect the engine mounting system as follows for both engines: (1) Prepare the airplane as necessary as described for "ENGINE REMOVAL" in the Partenavia Maintenance Manual and support the engine with a hoist. (2) Remove the mount bolts (P/N MS 20006-12) from the airframe one-by-one starting with the lower bolts. (3) With a 10x magnifier, visually inspect the bolts for cracks, circumferential scoring, corrosion, or absence of protective coating on the shank of the bolt. Prior to further flight discard all damaged bolts, and replace with serviceable bolts. (4) Insure that washers (P/N MS 20002-C6) are properly installed on all the engine mount attachment bolts with the chamfer in the hole mating with the head of the bolt. (5) Reinstall undamaged bolts or replacement bolts and washers. Starting with the upper bolts, torque each to 335 to 375 inch-pounds. (6) Prepare the airplane for flight as described in "INSTALLATION OF ENGINE" in the Partenavia Maintenance Manual. (b) Repeat the requirements of paragraph (a) of this AD at any subsequent engine removal. (c) Airplanes may be flown in accordance with FAR 21.197 to a location where this AD may be accomplished. (d) An equivalent means of compliance with this AD may be used if approved by the Manager, Aircraft Certification Division, AEU-100, Europe, Africa, and Middle East Office, FAA, c/o American Embassy, B-1000 Brussels, Belgium. All persons affected by this directive may obtain copies of the document referred to herein upon request to Partenavia Costruzioni Aeronautiche. S.P.A., Via Cava 80026 Casoria-Naples, Italy; telephone 81 759-0946; or may examine this document at the FAA, Office of the Assistant Chief Counsel, Room 1558, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. This amendment (39-6117, AD 89-03-03) becomes effective on February 16, 1989. FOOTER:
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