AD 98-14-14
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3-G102 | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3-G102A | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3-G103A | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3-G202A | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3A-S1C3G | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3A-S1CG | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3A-S4C4G | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3A-SC3G | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3A-SCG | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC3C-R-1830-90C | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of airplane controllability, or engine overspeed and consequent loss of engine power caused by the power levers being positioned below the flight idle stop while the airplane is in flight.
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Required Actions
Revise the Limitations Section of the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to include specific prohibitions and consequences of positioning power levers below the flight idle stop within 30 days after the effective date. Insert a copy of this AD into the AFM if needed.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
All turbopropeller-powered McDonnell Douglas Model DC-3 and DC-3C series airplanes, certificated in any category.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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