AD 90-23-17

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Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model DH.125-1A Series Airplanes

AD Number
90-23-17
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
90-NM-122-AD
FR Citation
This information is not available.
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Problem area Airframe structure

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Textron Aviation Inc. DH.125 Series 1A Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model DH.125-1A Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing between the air conditioning duct and the rear pressure bulkhead, leading to rapid decompression of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Perform a detailed visual inspection for chafing on the aft face of the rear pressure bulkhead within 30 days after the effective date. If defects are found, conduct dye penetrant and dial test indicator measurements to determine damage depth. Depending on damage depth, either blend/polish the area, repair within 100 landings, or repair immediately. Adjust the duct clamp clearance to at least 3/4-inch within 30 days.

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Compliance Time

Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, unless previously accomplished.

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Affected Aircraft

Model DH.125-1A series airplanes equipped with Hawker Siddeley Dynamics Air Conditioning System and Rolls Royce Viper Engines, certified in any category.

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Federal Register Abstract

Rear Pressure Bulkhead

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AD Number:
90-23-17
Document Type:
AD Final Rules
Docket Number:
90-NM-122-AD
Subject Heading:
Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model DH.125-1A Series Airplanes
Subject:
Rear Pressure Bulkhead
Status:
Current
Citation:
This information is not available.
Citation Publish Date:
Effective Date:
12/11/1990
Make:
Textron Aviation Inc.
Model:
DH.125 Series 1A
Product Type:
Aircraft
Product Subtype:
Large 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Superseded AD: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Superseded By: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: 90-23-17
CITATION:   This information is not available.

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DOCKET NUMBER:   90-NM-122-AD

AMENDMENT:   39-6800

AD NUMBER:   90-23-17

SUBJECT HEADING:   Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model DH.125-1A Series Airplanes

ACTION:  

SUMMARY:  

DATES:   Effective December 11, 1990.

ADDRESSES:  

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:  

REGULATORY TEXT:  
90-23-17 BRITISH AEROSPACE: Amendment 39-6800. Docket No. 90-NM-122-AD.

Applicability: Model DH.125-1A series airplanes, equipped with Hawker Siddeley Dynamics Air Conditioning System and Rolls Royce Viper Engines, certified in any category.

Compliance: Required as indicated, unless previously accomplished.

To prevent chafing between the air conditioning duct and the rear pressure bulkhead, and subsequent rapid decompression of the airplane, accomplish the following:

A. Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, perform a detailed visual inspection for chafing on the aft face of the rear pressure bulkhead, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of British Aerospace Service Bulletin 53-71, dated November 1, 1989.

B. If defects are found, prior to further flight, perform a dye penetrant inspection to detect cracks in the vicinity of the affected area; and perform a dial test indicator measurement to determine the depth of damage in the rear pressure bulkhead, in accordance with British Aerospace Service Bulletin 53-71, dated November 1,1989.

1. If the damage to the rear pressure bulkhead is less than 0.003 inch deep, prior to further flight, carefully blend out, polish, and then restore protective treatment in accordance with the service bulletin.

2. If the damage to the rear pressure bulkhead is greater than 0.003 but less than 0.010 inch deep, within 100 landings, repair in accordance with Appendix B of the Service Bulletin.

3. If the damage to the rear pressure bulkhead is greater than 0.010 inch deep, prior to further flight, repair in accordance with Appendix B of the Service Bulletin.

C. Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, adjust the clearance between the air conditioning duct clamp and the rear pressure bulkhead so there is at least a 3/4-inch clearance. This can be accomplished by rotating and adjusting the duct position.

D. An alternate means of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time, which provides an acceptable level of safety, may be used when approved by the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate.

NOTE: The request should be submitted directly to the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113, and a copy sent to the cognizant Principal Inspector (PI). The PI will then forward comments or concurrence to the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113.

E. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base in order to comply with the requirements of this AD.

All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the appropriate service documents from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to British Aerospace, PLC, Librarian for Service Bulletins, P.O. Box 17414, Dulles International Airport, Washington, D.C. 20041-0414. These documents may be examined at the FAA, Northwest Mountain Region, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, S.W., Renton, Washington.

This amendment (39-6800, AD 90-23-17) becomes effective on December 11, 1990.

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AD Number:
90-23-17
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AD Final Rules
Docket Number:
90-NM-122-AD
Subject Heading:
Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model DH.125-1A Series Airplanes
Subject:
Rear Pressure Bulkhead
Status:
Current
Citation:
This information is not available.
Citation Publish Date:
Effective Date:
12/11/1990
Make:
Textron Aviation Inc.
Model:
DH.125 Series 1A
Product Type:
Aircraft
Product Subtype:
Large 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: 90-23-17
CITATION:   This information is not available.

PAGE NUMBER:  

DOCKET NUMBER:   90-NM-122-AD

AMENDMENT:   39-6800

AD NUMBER:   90-23-17

SUBJECT HEADING:   Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model DH.125-1A Series Airplanes

ACTION:  

SUMMARY:  

DATES:   Effective December 11, 1990.

ADDRESSES:  

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:  

REGULATORY TEXT:  
90-23-17 BRITISH AEROSPACE: Amendment 39-6800. Docket No. 90-NM-122-AD.

Applicability: Model DH.125-1A series airplanes, equipped with Hawker Siddeley Dynamics Air Conditioning System and Rolls Royce Viper Engines, certified in any category.

Compliance: Required as indicated, unless previously accomplished.

To prevent chafing between the air conditioning duct and the rear pressure bulkhead, and subsequent rapid decompression of the airplane, accomplish the following:

A. Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, perform a detailed visual inspection for chafing on the aft face of the rear pressure bulkhead, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of British Aerospace Service Bulletin 53-71, dated November 1, 1989.

B. If defects are found, prior to further flight, perform a dye penetrant inspection to detect cracks in the vicinity of the affected area; and perform a dial test indicator measurement to determine the depth of damage in the rear pressure bulkhead, in accordance with British Aerospace Service Bulletin 53-71, dated November 1,1989.

1. If the damage to the rear pressure bulkhead is less than 0.003 inch deep, prior to further flight, carefully blend out, polish, and then restore protective treatment in accordance with the service bulletin.

2. If the damage to the rear pressure bulkhead is greater than 0.003 but less than 0.010 inch deep, within 100 landings, repair in accordance with Appendix B of the Service Bulletin.

3. If the damage to the rear pressure bulkhead is greater than 0.010 inch deep, prior to further flight, repair in accordance with Appendix B of the Service Bulletin.

C. Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, adjust the clearance between the air conditioning duct clamp and the rear pressure bulkhead so there is at least a 3/4-inch clearance. This can be accomplished by rotating and adjusting the duct position.

D. An alternate means of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time, which provides an acceptable level of safety, may be used when approved by the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate.

NOTE: The request should be submitted directly to the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113, and a copy sent to the cognizant Principal Inspector (PI). The PI will then forward comments or concurrence to the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113.

E. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base in order to comply with the requirements of this AD.

All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the appropriate service documents from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to British Aerospace, PLC, Librarian for Service Bulletins, P.O. Box 17414, Dulles International Airport, Washington, D.C. 20041-0414. These documents may be examined at the FAA, Northwest Mountain Region, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, S.W., Renton, Washington.

This amendment (39-6800, AD 90-23-17) becomes effective on December 11, 1990.

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