AD Amdt-39-14578

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 Airplanes

AD Number
Amdt-39-14578
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2006-23820
FR Citation
71 FR 25744

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Bombardier DHC-8-102 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing of electrical wires in the cable trough below the cabin floor, which could result in an uncommanded shutdown of an engine during flight.

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Required Actions

Perform a one-time general visual inspection to detect chafing of electrical wires; install additional tie-mounts and tie-wraps; apply sealant to rivet heads. If chafing is detected, repair in accordance with the service bulletin. For certain models, modify electrical wires in specified sections.

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Compliance Time

Within 36 months after the effective date of the referenced ADs, or at the next 'C' check, whichever occurs first.

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Affected Aircraft

Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 airplanes; certificated in any category; serial numbers 3 through 540 inclusive, excluding serial number 462.

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