AD Amdt-39-10257

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; MAULE Models MX-7-420 and MXT-7-420 Airplanes and Models M-7-235 and M-7-235A Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Maule Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA2661SO

AD Number
Amdt-39-10257
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 97-CE-40-AD
FR Citation
62 FR 66269

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Maule Models MX-7-420 and MXT-7-420 Airworthiness Directives; MAULE Models MX-7-420 and MXT-7-420 Airplanes and Models M-7-235 and M-7-235A Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Maule Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA2661SO

Unsafe Condition

Improper utilization of propeller beta during flight leading to power levers positioned below the flight idle stop, causing loss of airplane control or engine overspeed with consequent loss of engine power.

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Required Actions

Amend the Limitations Section of the airplane flight manual (AFM) to prohibit power levers below flight idle stop during flight. Include consequences statement for non-compliance.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

MAULE Models MX-7-420, MXT-7-420, M-7-235, and M-7-235A modified under STC SA2661SO with specified gas turbine engine, amphibious floats, and propellers.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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