AD 96-08-01 R1
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Hamilton Sundstrand | 14RF-9 | Hamilton Standard Model 14RF-9 Propellers |
Unsafe Condition
Propeller blade separation due to propeller blade shank cracking caused by mechanical damage induced from a localized interference condition between the blade spar and foam mold during manufacture.
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Required Actions
Inspect propeller blade shanks using ultrasonic shear wave, visual, fluorescent penetrant, and eddy current inspections. Repair blades with cracks or damage exceeding specified depths per Hamilton Standard service bulletins. Allow repair and return to service of blades removed under previous ADs.
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Compliance Time
Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously.
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Affected Aircraft
Hamilton Standard Model 14RF-9 propellers installed on but not limited to Embraer EMB-120 series aircraft.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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