AD 95-03-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR72-101 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR72-101, -102, -201, and -202 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR72-102 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR72-101, -102, -201, and -202 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR72-201 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR72-101, -102, -201, and -202 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR72-202 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR72-101, -102, -201, and -202 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Corrosion of the pitch and rudder trim and rudder travel limiter fail-safe rods could compromise the required strength of these items.
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Required Actions
Inspect the elevator trim, rudder trim, and rudder travel limitation unit fail-safe rods to determine model and orientation of open end. Replace SARMA-type rods with modified rods per specified service bulletins. Reorient TAC-type rods downward or accomplish reverse installation procedures if orientation is incorrect.
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Compliance Time
Within 18 months after the effective date of this AD, or prior to further flight if SARMA-type rods or incorrectly oriented TAC-type rods are found.
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Affected Aircraft
Aerospatiale Model ATR72-101, -102, -201, and -202 series airplanes with Manufacturer's Serial Numbers (MSN) as listed in Aerospatiale Service Bulletin ATR72-27-1033.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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