{"id":"F2006B07613","name":"AD/X-TS/7 - Co-Pilot Rudder Pedal Assembly","slug":"ad-x-ts-7-co-pilot-rudder-pedal-assembly","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":50317,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2006B07613-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","sectionType":"part","heading":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","content":"# ![](image.001.png)  \nAIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE\n\nFor the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below issues the following Airworthiness Directive (AD) under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CASR 1998. The AD requires that the action set out in the requirement section (being action that the delegate considers necessary to correct the unsafe condition) be taken in relation to the aircraft or aeronautical product mentioned in the applicability section: (a) in the circumstances mentioned in the requirement section; and (b) in accordance with the instructions set out in the requirement section; and (c) at the time mentioned in the compliance section.\n\n![](image.001.png)  \n\nEagle X-TS Series Aeroplanes","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"AD/X-TS/7 Co-Pilot Rudder Pedal Assembly","sectionType":"part","heading":"AD/X-TS/7 Co-Pilot Rudder Pedal Assembly 1/2005","content":"# AD/X-TS/7 Co-Pilot Rudder Pedal Assembly 1/2005\n\nTX\n\nApplicability: Eagle Aircraft Model X-TS Manufacturer’s Serial Number (MSN) 001-010; and Model X-TS 150 MSN 011-015; and\n\nModel X-TS 150B MSN 016-042.\n\nRequirement: Remove the co-pilot rudder pedal assembly P/N 2720D07-02 and accomplish the Eagle Aircraft Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) 1095 dated 16 September 2003\\. Install placard as per paragraph 8.2 of the MSB 1095.\n\nOR\n\nInstall new bush P/N 2720D08-39, stopper P/N 2720D08-44 and rework existing co- pilot rudder pedal assembly P/N 2720D07-02 as per provisions of Eagle Aircraft Service Bulletin (SB) 1096 dated 16 September 2003. \\[Only for Eagle aircraft model X-TS, ream the hole as per provisions of the SB 1113 if required, for the installation of the new bush\\].\n\nOR\n\nReplace with new co-pilot rudder pedal assembly P/N 2720D07-10 as per provisions of the SB 1097 dated 16 September 2003.\n\nNote: Department of Civil Aviation Malaysia Airworthiness Directives CAM AD 001-10-2004 dated 30 October 2004 (for model X-TS) and CAM AD 002-10-2004 dated 30 October 2004 (for models X-TS 150 & 150B) refer.\n\nCompliance: Unless accomplished earlier, before further flight.\n\nThis Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 18 November 2004.","sortOrder":1}],"analysis":{"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"A positive credit balance is required for all requests, including BYOK, so fallback providers remain available. Add credits at https://vercel.com/d?to=%2F%5Bteam%5D%2F%7E%2Fai%3Fmodal%3Dtop-up to continue.","source":"analysis-cron"},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":4,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The instrument itself sets a targeted scope: it applies only to the listed MSNs of Eagle X-TS variants and prescribes corrective actions effective 18 November 2004. The AD text contains no statement that expands or narrows that applicability from any earlier version; it functions as a standalone directive requiring the specified actions before further flight."},"complexity_factors":["Multiple compliance options offered (three alternative corrective actions), increasing choice and inspection/decision burden (Requirement).","Applicability limited to specific manufacturer serial numbers across three model variants, requiring precise VIN/MSN checks (Applicability).","Numerous part numbers and service bulletins to follow (P/Ns 2720D07-02, 2720D08-39, 2720D08-44, 2720D07-10; MSB 1095; SB 1096, SB 1097; possible SB 1113 ream) increasing technical detail and parts management (Requirement).","Immediate compliance timing: 'before further flight' creates operational urgency and potential aircraft downtime (Compliance).","Cross-reference to external foreign ADs (Department of Civil Aviation Malaysia CAM ADs) requiring reconciliation of multiple regulatory documents (Note)."],"plain_english_summary":"This Airworthiness Directive requires owners/operators of Eagle Aircraft X-TS, X-TS 150 and X-TS 150B with the listed manufacturer serial numbers to correct a defect in the co‑pilot rudder pedal assembly before further flight. The AD mandates either rework (including fitting a new bush and stopper), removal and modification under the manufacturer’s service bulletin, or replacement with a new assembly, and requires a placard where specified. Operators must organise and fund the work and follow the cited service bulletins."},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This AD appears focused on its original safety purpose — addressing a specific mechanical defect in the co-pilot rudder pedal assembly. The three alternative compliance methods represent standard regulatory flexibility (repair, replace, or disable-with-warning) rather than scope creep. The reference to Malaysian ADs suggests harmonisation with international regulators rather than expansion beyond original intent."},"complexity_factors":["Multiple compliance pathways (3 alternative methods) with cross-references to 3 different Service Bulletins (MSB 1095, SB 1096, SB 1097)","Conditional logic for the repair option: additional reaming step required only for base X-TS model if needed","Specific part numbers and serial number ranges requiring careful identification","Cross-reference to Malaysian aviation regulations (Department of Civil Aviation Malaysia ADs) suggesting international coordination","Nested applicability: three aircraft models with distinct serial number ranges"],"plain_english_summary":"This CASA Airworthiness Directive orders owners/operators of specified Eagle X‑TS series aeroplanes (serials 001–042 across X‑TS, X‑TS 150 and 150B) to fix a defective co‑pilot rudder‑pedal assembly before further flight. It offers three compliance routes (remove and placard, repair/modify, or replace the assembly). The AD matters because faulty rudder pedals risk loss of directional control during taxi, takeoff or landing."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/ad-x-ts-7-co-pilot-rudder-pedal-assembly","history":"/api/acts/ad-x-ts-7-co-pilot-rudder-pedal-assembly/history","analysis":"/api/acts/ad-x-ts-7-co-pilot-rudder-pedal-assembly/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/ad-x-ts-7-co-pilot-rudder-pedal-assembly/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/ad-x-ts-7-co-pilot-rudder-pedal-assembly/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/ad-x-ts-7-co-pilot-rudder-pedal-assembly/documents"}}