Airworthiness Directive · Amendment 39-11850 · Cessna Model 560XL Airplanes
Cessna Model 560XL Airplanes
Model 560XL airplanes, certificated in any category; serial numbers (S/N) -5002 and subsequent.
Note 1: This AD applies to each airplane identified in the preceding applicability provision, regardless of whether it has been modified, altered, or repaired in the area subject to the requirements of this AD. For airplanes that have been modified, altered, or repaired so that the performance of the requirements of this AD is affected, the owner/operator must request approval for an alternative method of compliance in accordance with paragraph (d) of this AD. The request should include an assessment of the effect of the modification, alteration, or repair on the unsafe condition addressed by this AD; and, if the unsafe condition has not been eliminated, the request should include specific proposed actions to address it.
This document publishes in the Federal Register an amendment adopting airworthiness directive (AD) 2000-15-51 that was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of Cessna Model 560XL airplanes by individual notices. This AD requires, for certain airplanes, repetitive inspections to measure the amount the aileron fairlead tube protrudes beyond the clamp at the aft aileron sector, and modification of the aileron fairlead tubes, which terminates the repetitive inspections to measure the tube protrusion; and, for all airplanes, repetitive general visual inspections, and corrective actions, if necessary, to ensure that the fairlead tube remains flush with the clamp. This action is prompted by reports of two occurrences of improper aileron function discovered during preflight checks. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent interference between the aileron cable fairlead tube and the aileron cable sector, which could result in loss of control of the airplane.
To prevent interference between the aileron cable fairlead tube and the aileron cable sector, which could result in loss of control of the airplane, accomplish the following:
(a) For airplanes having S/N -5002 through -5093 inclusive: Before the next flight after the effective date of this AD, perform a general visual inspection to measure how far the aileron fairlead tube protrudes beyond the clamp at the aft aileron sector. This area of the airplane is depicted in Figure 1 of Cessna Service Bulletin SB560XL-27-10, including Service Bulletin Supplemental Data, dated July 13, 2000. Thereafter, repeat the inspection at intervals not to exceed 5 flight cycles until accomplishment of paragraph (b) of this AD. If, during any inspection required by this paragraph, more than one-half inch of the tube is found to protrude, prior to further flight, accomplish the actions specified by paragraph (b) of this AD.
Note 2: For the purposes of this AD, a general visual inspection is defined as: “A visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation, or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This level of inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or drop-light, and may require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area being checked.”
(b) For airplanes having S/N -5002 through -5093 inclusive: Within 25 flight hours or 30 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, modify the aileron fairlead tubes (including trimming the fairlead tube and cementing the clamp to the tube with fuel tank sealer) in accordance with Cessna Service Bulletin SB560XL-27-10, including Service Bulletin Supplemental Data, dated July 13, 2000. Allow 2 hours of cure time before further flight. Accomplishment of the modification terminates the repetitive inspection requirement of paragraph (a) of this AD.
(c) For all airplanes: At the applicable time specified by paragraph (c)(1) or (c)(2) of this AD, perform a general visual inspection to determine if the fairlead tube is flush with the clamp. This area of the airplane is depicted in Figure 1 of Cessna Service Bulletin SB560XL-27-10, including Service Bulletin Supplemental Data, dated July 13, 2000. If the tube is not flush, prior to further flight, repeat the actions specified by paragraph (b) of this AD, and notify the Manager, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, Mid-Continent Airport, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone (316) 946-4106; fax (316) 946-4407. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 110 flight hours.
(1) For airplanes having S/N -5002 through -5093 inclusive: At the next scheduled maintenance or within 110 flight hours after the modification required by paragraph (b) of this AD, whichever occurs first.
(2) For S/N -5094 and subsequent: At the next scheduled maintenance or within 110 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
The aircraft, engines and makers this AD names, by the model designations in its text. A model listed here may still be outside the AD's serial ranges.
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