Airworthiness Directive · Amendment 39-23060 · Equipment/furnishings
Ipeco Holdings Limited Pilot and Co-Pilot Seats
(1) This AD applies to Ipeco Holdings Limited (Ipeco) pilot and co-pilot seats, identified by series part number in figure 1 to paragraph (c)(1) of this AD.
| Pilot seat | Co-pilot seat |
|---|---|
| 3A063-0033-()-() | 3A063-0034-()-() |
| 3A063-0035-()-() | 3A063-0036-()-() |
| 3A063-0037-()-() | 3A063-0038-()-() |
| 3A063-0079-()-() | 3A063-0080-()-() |
| 3A063-0099-()-() | 3A063-0100-()-() |
(2) These pilot and co-pilot seats are known to be installed on, but not limited to, ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional Model ATR42 and ATR72 airplanes.
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Ipeco Holdings Limited (Ipeco) pilot and co-pilot seats. This AD was prompted by reports of unexpected rearward movement of pilot and co-pilot seats during take-off and landing. This AD requires a one-time visual inspection of each affected seat, accomplishment of applicable corrective actions, and operational tests. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
(1) Within 3 months after the effective date of this AD, inspect all affected seats which have been modified by Ipeco Service Bulletin 063-25-15; Ipeco Service Bulletin 063-25-16; Ipeco Service Bulletin 063-25-17; or Ipeco Service Bulletin 063-25-18. Do the inspection in accordance with Part A of the Accomplishment Instructions of Ipeco Service Bulletin 063-25-20, Issue 1, dated March 25, 2025.
(2) If, during the inspection as required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, correct installation of the stops and packers is found, before further flight, perform the operational tests, in accordance with Part C of the Accomplishment Instructions of Ipeco Service Bulletin 063-25-20, Issue 1, dated March 25, 2025.
(3) If, during the inspection as required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, any incorrect installation of the stops or packers is found, before further flight, remove and install the stops and packers and perform operational tests, in accordance with Part B and Part C of the Accomplishment Instructions of Ipeco Service Bulletin 063-25-20, Issue 1, dated March 25, 2025.
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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