AD 93-09-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-101 | Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-102 | Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-103 | Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-106 | Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-301 | Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-311 | Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-315 | Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of conductivity at bus bar connections, which could lead to overheat damage to wiring or connectors.
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Required Actions
Replace aluminum washers with steel washers at the bus bar connections in accordance with de Havilland Alert Service Bulletin S.B. A8-24-44. An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of compliance time may be used if approved by the Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office.
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Compliance Time
Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD (June 17, 1993).
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Affected Aircraft
De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 series airplanes on which Modification 8/1970 has not been accomplished.
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Federal Register Abstract
Aluminum Washers At Bus Bar Connections
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AD Final Rules - DRS_93-09-13.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 93-09-13 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: 92-NM-232-AD Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes Subject: Aluminum Washers At Bus Bar Connections Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 06/17/1993 Make: Bombardier Inc. Model: DHC-8-101 | DHC-8-102 | DHC-8-103 | DHC-8-106 | DHC-8-301 | DHC-8-311 | DHC-8-315 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: 93-09-13 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: 92-NM-232-AD AMENDMENT: 39-8579 AD NUMBER: 93-09-13 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective June 17, 1993. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 93-09-13 DE HAVILLAND, INC.: Amendment 39-8579. Docket 92-NM-232-AD. Applicability: Model DHC-8-100 and -300 series airplanes on which Modification 8/1970 has not been accomplished; certificated in any category. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent loss of conductivity, which could lead to overheat damage to wiring or connectors, accomplish the following: (a) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, replace aluminum washers installed at the bus bar connections with steel washers, in accordance with de Havilland Alert Service Bulletin S.B. A8-24-44, dated October 23, 1992. (b) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used if approved by the Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate. Operators shall submit their requests through an appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, New York ACO. NOTE: Information concerning the existence of approved alternative methods of compliance with this AD, if any, may be obtained from the New York ACO. (c) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate the airplane to a location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished. (d) The replacement shall be done in accordance with de Havilland Alert Service Bulletin S.B. A8-24-44, dated October 23, 1992. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Part 51. Copies may be obtained from de Havilland, Inc., Garratt Boulevard, Downsview, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, New York Aircraft Certification Office, 181 South Franklin Avenue, Room 202, Valley Stream, New York; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington, DC. (e) This amendment becomes effective on June 17, 1993. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_93-09-13.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 93-09-13 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: 92-NM-232-AD Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes Subject: Aluminum Washers At Bus Bar Connections Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 06/17/1993 Make: Bombardier Inc. Model: DHC-8-101 | DHC-8-102 | DHC-8-103 | DHC-8-106 | DHC-8-301 | DHC-8-311 | DHC-8-315 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: 93-09-13 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: 92-NM-232-AD AMENDMENT: 39-8579 AD NUMBER: 93-09-13 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland, Inc. Model DHC-8-100 and DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective June 17, 1993. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 93-09-13 DE HAVILLAND, INC.: Amendment 39-8579. Docket 92-NM-232-AD. Applicability: Model DHC-8-100 and -300 series airplanes on which Modification 8/1970 has not been accomplished; certificated in any category. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent loss of conductivity, which could lead to overheat damage to wiring or connectors, accomplish the following: (a) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, replace aluminum washers installed at the bus bar connections with steel washers, in accordance with de Havilland Alert Service Bulletin S.B. A8-24-44, dated October 23, 1992. (b) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used if approved by the Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate. Operators shall submit their requests through an appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, New York ACO. NOTE: Information concerning the existence of approved alternative methods of compliance with this AD, if any, may be obtained from the New York ACO. (c) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate the airplane to a location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished. (d) The replacement shall be done in accordance with de Havilland Alert Service Bulletin S.B. A8-24-44, dated October 23, 1992. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Part 51. Copies may be obtained from de Havilland, Inc., Garratt Boulevard, Downsview, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, New York Aircraft Certification Office, 181 South Franklin Avenue, Room 202, Valley Stream, New York; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington, DC. (e) This amendment becomes effective on June 17, 1993. FOOTER:
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