Airworthiness Directives; McCauley Propeller Systems, Inc. Propeller Hub Models B5JFR36C1101, C5JFR36C1102, B5JFR36C1103, and C5JFR36C1104
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2003-07-17 · Effective 2003-07-17 · 68 FR 42244
Document
Document number
03-18236
Federal Register citation
68 FR 42244
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule; request for comments.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
McCauley
Publication date
2003-07-17
Effective date
2003-07-17
FAA docket
Docket No. 2003-NE-32-AD
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain McCauley Systems, Inc. propellers that are installed on BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Jetstream Model 4101 airplanes. This AD requires a fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) of the propeller blades for cracks. This AD is prompted by a report of a significant crack in a propeller blade shank and two reports of cracks in the hubs of the same propeller model. We are issuing this AD to detect cracks in the propeller blade shank that could cause a failure of the propeller blade and loss of control of the airplane.