{"id":"F2012L00416","name":"AD/BEECH 95/34 - Forward Elevator Cable","slug":"ad-beech-95-34-forward-elevator-cable","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":88536,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2012L00416-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"Beechcraft 95 (Travelair) Series Aeropla","sectionType":"division","heading":"Beechcraft 95 (Travelair) Series Aeroplanes","content":"### Beechcraft 95 (Travelair) Series Aeroplanes\n\n| AD/BEECH 95/34 | Forward Elevator Cable | 4/2012 |\n| -------------- | ---------------------- | ------ |\n\n| Applicability: | All Beechcraft 95 (Travelair) aeroplanes fitted with the forward elevator control cable configuration as detailed in figure 1 of this AD. |\n| -------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |\n| Requirement: | 1. Inspect the forward elevator control cable assembly for wear, broken wires and corrosion; or replace the forward elevator cable assembly.2. Remove from service any forward elevator control cable assembly found to be defective as a result of inspection conducted in accordance with Requirement 1 of this AD.3. Do not install on any aircraft a cable assembly or parts thereof that have been removed in accordance with Requirements 1 or 2 of this AD.Note 1: Inspections carried out in accordance with FAA AC 43-13-1B, chapter 7, Section 8, paragraph 7-149(d) or Beechcraft maintenance data are an acceptable means of compliance for the inspection called up by Requirement 1 of this AD. |\n| Compliance: | For Requirement 1.For those aircraft that have not had the forward elevator cable assembly replaced or inspected within the last maintenance release period. Before further flight after the effective date AD.For those aircraft located where the inspection cannot be carried out - one positioning flight (pilot only) is allowed to a place where the inspection can be carried out.Aircraft that have previously had the forward elevator cable assembly replaced or inspected in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements or FAA AC 43-13-1B, chapter 7, Section 8, paragraph 7-149(d) are in compliance with Requirement 1 of this AD. |\n\n| | For Requirement 2. Before further flight.For Requirement 3. After the effective date of this AD. |\n| ----------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |\n| | This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 27 February 2012. |\n| Background: | CASA has received a report describing a forward elevator cable failure (separation) immediately prior to take-off. The elevator remained firmly in the full ‘down’ position due to system spring tension.A second aircraft was inspected at the owner’s request immediately following the discovery of the failed cable. The forward elevator cable in this aircraft was found to be extensively frayed in the same location as the failed cable.Since the original issue of this AD, applicable to other Beechcraft models, CASA has received reports of 5 more cables found to be unserviceable. CASA has determined that this aircraft model may be fitted with the same of forward elevator control configuration.This AD requires an inspection or replacement of any forward elevator cable that has not been carried out during the period prior to the issue of the last maintenance release. This inspection is required to preclude the unanticipated failure of the elevator flight control system which may result in loss of control of the aircraft.The manufacturer has recently published Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness (ICA) relating to the elevator control system. Those ICA are considered satisfactory to ensure the failure of the elevator cable does not occur provided that the ICA is adhered to during the inspection process. |\n| | |\n| | Figure 1 - Forward Elevator Control Cable - Adaptedfrom Beechcraft Illustrated Parts Catalogue |\n\n![](image.002.png) \nPeter Boyd \nDelegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority\n\n23 February 2012","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"AD/BEECH 95/34","sectionType":"part","heading":"AD/BEECH 95/34","content":"## AD/BEECH 95/34","sortOrder":1},{"sectionNumber":"Forward Elevator Cable","sectionType":"part","heading":"Forward Elevator Cable","content":"## Forward Elevator Cable","sortOrder":2},{"sectionNumber":"4/2012","sectionType":"part","heading":"4/2012","content":"## 4/2012","sortOrder":3}],"analysis":{"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":true,"description":"Yes. The AD extends coverage to Beechcraft 95 (Travelair) aeroplanes fitted with the forward elevator cable configuration shown in figure 1. The background states the original AD applied to other Beechcraft models and CASA expanded applicability after receiving additional reports of similar cable failures and fraying (Background)."},"complexity_factors":["Narrow, action‑focused mandate (inspect/replace/remove/prohibit reinstall) simplifies legal requirements (Requirement 1–3).","Immediate compliance timing: 'before further flight' creates operational urgency and a potential need for ferry flight permission (Compliance).","Applicability depends on physical configuration shown in figure 1, requiring technical identification of affected aircraft (Applicability; Figure 1).","References external technical standards (FAA AC 43-13-1B and manufacturer ICA) for acceptable inspection methods, creating reliance on non‑statutory documents (Requirement 1; Note 1; Background).","Exception for assemblies already inspected or replaced under prior maintenance releases introduces reliance on maintenance history records (Compliance).","Prohibition on reinstalling removed parts creates a clear but strict disposal requirement for unserviceable components (Requirement 3).","Background reports of multiple failures increase perceived risk but do not add procedural layers; enforcement and interpretation rest with CASA (Background)."],"plain_english_summary":"**What it does:** Requires owners/operators of Beechcraft 95 (Travelair) aeroplanes fitted as shown in figure 1 to inspect or replace the forward elevator control cable, remove unserviceable assemblies, and not reinstall removed parts. Compliance is required before further flight (one ferry flight allowed).\n\n**Why it matters:** CASA says this responds to reported cable separations and fraying. The rule shifts inspection/replacement costs and short-term operational disruption to aircraft operators, relies on FAA or manufacturer maintenance guidance for inspection standards, and creates an enforceable near-term compliance obligation."},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This AD remains tightly focused on its original safety purpose: addressing a specific mechanical failure mode in a specific aircraft type. The background indicates this is an extension of a previous AD (applying to other Beechcraft models) to cover the Model 95 series after additional reports of cable failures. The scope has not expanded beyond the immediate safety issue of forward elevator cable integrity."},"complexity_factors":["Short, single-purpose directive with only 3 substantive requirements","Limited conditional logic (only two scenarios for compliance timing: recently inspected vs. not recently inspected)","Single cross-reference to external technical standard (FAA AC 43-13-1B)","Clear applicability section limiting scope to specific aircraft model and component configuration","No nested definitions or interpretation section — terms used are standard aviation maintenance terminology","Some repetition and formatting artifacts in the source text (duplicate headings) but this doesn't affect legal complexity"],"plain_english_summary":"This CASA Airworthiness Directive mandates inspection or replacement of the forward elevator control cable on Beechcraft 95 (Travelair) aeroplanes after reports of fraying and a pre‑takeoff cable snap. The cable’s failure can jam the elevator down and cause catastrophic loss of control.\n\nIt affects owners, operators and maintainers of the specified Travelair configuration and requires action before the next flight (one ferry flight allowed to reach maintenance). Defective cables must be removed and not reinstalled."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"Unauthenticated. Configure AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY or use a provider module. Learn more: https://ai-sdk.dev/unauthenticated-ai-gateway","source":"analysis-cron"}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/ad-beech-95-34-forward-elevator-cable","history":"/api/acts/ad-beech-95-34-forward-elevator-cable/history","analysis":"/api/acts/ad-beech-95-34-forward-elevator-cable/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/ad-beech-95-34-forward-elevator-cable/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/ad-beech-95-34-forward-elevator-cable/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/ad-beech-95-34-forward-elevator-cable/documents"}}