Airworthiness Directive · Amendment 39-14450 · The Cessna Aircraft Company Models 208 and 208B Airplanes
The Cessna Aircraft Company Models 208 and 208B Airplanes
Superseded. A later AD replaced this one: AD 2006-01-11 R1. Comply with the one in force.
This AD affects Models 208 and 208B, all serial numbers, that are certificated in any category.
The FAA adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) Models 208 and 208B airplanes. This AD requires you to install the pilot assist handle (part number (P/N) SK208-146-2) (or FAA-approved equivalent part number) and deicing boots on the cargo pod and landing gear fairings (part number (P/N) AK208-6C) (or FAA-approved equivalent part number); and make changes to the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) and FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM). This AD results from reports of several accidents involving the affected airplanes during operations in flight and in ground icing conditions. We are issuing this AD to provide a safe method to detect ice, snow, frost, or slush adhering to the upper wing (a critical surface) prior to takeoff; and to reduce drag in-flight by shedding ice on the cargo pod and landing gear fairings. Ice adhering to the upper wing surface, cargo pod, or landing gear fairings could result in a reduction in airplane performance with the consequences that the airplane cannot perform a safe takeoff or climb.
To address this problem, you must do the following:
| Actions | Compliance | Procedures |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Install the pilot assist handle SK208-146-2 subkit (part number (P/N) SK208-146-2((or FAA-approved equivalent part number if the airplane will be operated in the ground icing conditions defined under ‘Visual/Tactile Check’ in the LIMITATIONS section of the AFM after the compliance time) | Within the next 125 days after February 22, 2006 (the effective date of this AD), unless already done | Install the pilot assist handle SK208-146-2 subkit (part number (P/N) SK208-146-2 (or FAA-approved equivalent part number) following step 4 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Cessna Caravan Service Kit No. SK208-146, dated October 4, 2004. |
| (2) 14 CFR 21.303 allows for replacement parts through parts manufacturer approval (PMA). The phrase “or FAA-approved equivalent part number” in this AD is intended to signify those parts that are PMA parts approved through identicality to the design of the part under the type certificate and parts to correct the unsafe condition under PMA (other than identicality). Equivalent replacement parts to correct the unsafe condition under PMA (other than identicality) may also be installed provided they meet current airworthiness standards, which include those actions cited in this AD | Not Applicable | Not Applicable. |
| (3) Insert the text in Appendix 1 of this AD after the “OTHER LIMITATIONS” in the LIMITATIONS section of the Cessna Models 208 or 208B Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) and FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) | Before further flight after compliance to paragraph (e)(1) of this AD | The owner/operator holding at least a private pilot certificate as authorized by section 43.7 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.7) may insert the information into the POH as specified in paragraph (e)(3) of this AD. You may insert a copy of this AD into the appropriate sections of the POH to comply with this action. Make an entry into the aircraft records showing compliance with portion of the AD in accordance with section 43.9 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.9). |
| (4) For Cessna Model 208B with Pratt & Whitney of Canada Ltd., PT6A-114 Turbo Prop engine installed (600 SHP) or equivalent, and equipped with pneumatic deicing boots, do one of the following: (i) Install Cessna Accessory Kit AK208-6C per Cessna Service Bulletin CAB95-19; or (ii) Install a placard in view of the pilot which states “This airplane is prohibited from flight in known or forecast icing” | Within the next 125 days after February 22, 2006 (the effective date of this AD), unless already done | Install the cargo pod and landing gear fairing deice kit (part number (P/N) AK208-6C2) (or FAA-approved equivalent part number) following the Installation Instructions of Cessna Caravan Service Bulletin No. CAB95-19, dated October 13, 1995, and Cessna Caravan Accessory Kit No. AK208-6C, Revision C, dated August 27, 1993. The owner/operator holding at least a private pilot certificate as authorized by section 43.7 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.7) may install the placard as specified in paragraph (e)(4) of this AD. You may insert a copy of this AD into the appropriate sections of the POH to comply with this action. Make an entry into the aircraft records showing compliance with portion of the AD in accordance with section 43.9 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.9). |
| (5) For all Cessna Model 208 and 208B airplanes equipped with pneumatic deicing boots and not included in paragraph (e)(4) of this AD, do one of the following: (i) Install Cessna Accessory Kit AK208-6C per Cessna Service Bulletin CAB93-20 Revision 1; or (ii) Install a placard in view of the pilot with the following words: “This airplane is prohibited from flight in known or forecast icing” | Within the next 125 days after February 22, 2006 (the effective date of this AD), unless already done | Do the installation following the Installation Instructions of Cessna Caravan Service Bulletin No. CAB93-20, Revision 1, dated October 13, 1995, and Cessna Caravan Accessory Kit No. AK208-6C, Revision C, issued August 27, 1993. The owner/operator holding at least a private pilot certificate as authorized by section 43.7 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.7) may install the placard as specified in paragraph (e)(5)(ii) of this AD. Make an entry into the aircraft records showing compliance with portion of the AD in accordance with section 43.9 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.9). |
| (6) Insert the text in Appendix 2 of this AD in the “KINDS OF OPERATION LIMITS” in the LIMITATIONS section of the Cessna Models 208 or 208B Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) and FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) | Before further flight after compliance to paragraph (e)(4)(i) or (e)(5)(i) of this AD | The owner/operator holding at least a private pilot certificate as authorized by section 43.7 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.7) may insert the information into the POH as specified in paragraph (e)(3) of this AD. You may insert a copy of this AD into the appropriate sections of the POH to comply with this action. Make an entry into the aircraft records showing compliance with portion of the AD in accordance with section 43.9 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.9). |
| (7) Delete the text in Appendix 3 of this AD from the “REQUIRED EQUIPMENT” in the LIMITATIONS section of the Cessna Models 208 or 208B Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) and FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Supplement S1 “Known Icing Equipment” | Before further flight after compliance to paragraph (e)(4)(i) or (e)(5)(i) of this AD | The owner/operator holding at least a private pilot certificate as authorized by section 43.7 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.7) may insert the information into the POH as specified in paragraph (e)(3) of this AD. You may insert a copy of this AD into the appropriate sections of the POH to comply with this action. Make an entry into the aircraft records showing compliance with portion of the AD in accordance with section 43.9 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 43.9). |
Note: Cessna Caravan Service Bulletin No. CAB04-9, dated October 4, 2004, also addresses the installation of the pilot assist handle.
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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