Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-02-11 · Effective 2004-03-17 · 69 FR 6546
Document
Document number
04-2681
Federal Register citation
69 FR 6546
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Publication date
2004-02-11
Effective date
2004-03-17
FAA docket
Docket No. 2002-NM-79-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, - 202, -301, -311, and -315 airplanes, that requires a one-time inspection to determine the serial numbers of the elevator and aileron servos of the drive assemblies of the automatic flight control system, and follow-on corrective actions if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent separation of the screws from the autopilot clutch assembly of the SM-300 servo, which could result in uncommanded engagement of the autopilot servo and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.