AD 95-17-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | Avro 146-RJ100A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | Avro 146-RJ70A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | Avro 146-RJ85A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | BAe 146-100A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | BAe 146-200A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | BAe 146-300A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Accumulation of water in the left- and right-hand elevators may upset the balance of the elevators, resulting in elevator oscillation and subsequent airplane pitch oscillations, leading to reduced controllability or tail surface structural damage.
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Required Actions
Drill, ream, and deburr new drain holes in the elevators; apply protective treatment to the drain hole areas; inspect and reseal elevator seams as specified; plug certain existing drain holes with grommets and sealant for affected airplanes.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, or prior to further flight if seams are not sealed.
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Affected Aircraft
British Aerospace Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ airplanes (Avro 146-RJ100A, Avro 146-RJ70A, Avro 146-RJ85A, BAe 146-100A, BAe 146-200A, BAe 146-300A) as listed in Service Bulletin SB.55-13-01490B.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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