AD Amdt-39-9886
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Fairchild | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Fairchild Aircraft, Inc. SA26, SA226, and SA227 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Looseness or movement of the control column pitch bearing attaching nuts and creasing of the elevator control rod end bearing retainer/dust seals could lead to loss of pitch control.
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Required Actions
Apply torque to the control column pitch bearing attaching nuts, inspect for looseness or movement of the bearing assembly, and inspect elevator control rod end bearing retainer/dust seals for creasing. Replace parts if issues are found, install new bolt and washer at the walking beam connection.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Fairchild Aircraft, Inc. SA26, SA226, and SA227 series airplanes
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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