Airworthiness Directives; Dornier Model 328-100 and -300 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2003-02-05 · Effective 2003-03-12 · 68 FR 5810
Document
Document number
03-2152
Federal Register citation
68 FR 5810
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Dornier Model 328-100 and -300 Series
Publication date
2003-02-05
Effective date
2003-03-12
FAA docket
Docket No. 2002-NM-140-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Dornier Model 328-100 and -300 series airplanes, that requires replacement of the screws in the aileron, rudder, and elevator trim tabs with new screws; and removal and re-installation of screws in the aileron, elevator, and rudder trim tabs and the rudder spring tab; as applicable. This action is necessary to prevent reduced structural integrity of the screws in the aileron, elevator, and rudder trim tabs and the rudder spring tab, due to countersinks that were not manufactured correctly, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.