AD Amdt-39-11279

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Inc. Models DHC-6-1, DHC- 6-100, DHC-6-200, and DHC-6-300 Airplanes

AD Number
Amdt-39-11279
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 97-CE-10-AD
FR Citation
64 FR 47374

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft de Havilland Inc Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Inc. Models DHC-6-1, DHC- 6-100, DHC-6-200, and DHC-6-300 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Improper utilization of propeller beta during flight leading to power levers positioned aft of the flight idle stop, which can cause 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 positioning power levers aft of the flight idle stop during flight. Include a statement of consequences if the limitation is not followed.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

de Havilland Inc. Models DHC-6-1, DHC-6-100, DHC-6-200, and DHC-6-300 airplanes.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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