AD Amdt-39-9170
Unsafe Condition
Cracks initiating in the blade taper bore can lead to loss of a propeller blade in flight.
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Required Actions
Perform initial and repetitive ultrasonic shear wave inspections for cracks in the propeller blade taper bore. Conduct a one-time visual and borescope inspection for corrosion in the taper bore as a terminating action.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Hamilton Standard 14RF series, 14SF series, and Hamilton Standard/British Aerospace Model 6/5500/F propellers
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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