AD 97-15-13 R2
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Textron Aviation Inc. | 1900 | Airworthiness Directives; Raytheon Aircraft Company Beech Models 1900, 1900C, and 1900D Airplanes |
| aircraft | Textron Aviation Inc. | 1900C | Airworthiness Directives; Raytheon Aircraft Company Beech Models 1900, 1900C, and 1900D Airplanes |
| aircraft | Textron Aviation Inc. | 1900C (C-12J) | Airworthiness Directives; Raytheon Aircraft Company Beech Models 1900, 1900C, and 1900D Airplanes |
| aircraft | Textron Aviation Inc. | 1900D | Airworthiness Directives; Raytheon Aircraft Company Beech Models 1900, 1900C, and 1900D Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Moisture accumulating and freezing in the airstair door handle and latch housing could result in the door freezing shut and passengers not being able to evacuate the airplane in an emergency situation.
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Required Actions
Install lubrication fittings in the airstair door handle and latch housing mechanisms in accordance with Raytheon Mandatory Service Bulletin No. 2572 or SB.2572, Revision No. 1. Special flight permits may be issued to operate the airplane to a location where the requirements can be accomplished.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 200 hours time-in-service after September 27, 1997
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Affected Aircraft
Raytheon Aircraft Company Beech Models 1900 (UA-1 through UA-3), 1900C (UB-1 through UB-74, UC-1 through UC-174), 1900C (C-12J) (UD-1 through UD-6), and 1900D (UE-1 through UE-157)
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