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AD/AA-1/10 - Front Seat Restraint Installation - Modification

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What this does: This rule requires owners and operators of Gulfstream AA-1 series aircraft (also sold as Grumman American or American Aviation AA-1) to install proper safety harnesses (seatbelts with shoulder straps) in the front seats.

Who it affects:

Owners and operators of these light aircraft (under 5,700 kg)
Covers all models in the AA-1 series

What must be done:

Replace or modify the existing front seat restraints to include an approved safety harness system
The specific modification scheme must be approved by the Secretary (of the aviation authority)

Why it matters: This safety measure protects pilots and front-seat passengers during accidents by ensuring they have upper body restraint, reducing the risk of serious injury compared to lap belts alone.

Note: The compliance deadline was 1 August 1973. Any aircraft still flying should already have this modification completed.

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AD/AA-1/10 - Front Seat Restraint Installation - Modification

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COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY

SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

View image in the official source Gulfstream (Grumman American/ American Aviation) AA-1 Series Aeroplanes

AD/AA-1/10 Front Seat Restraint Installation - Modification NK

Applicability: All models.

Requirement: Modify each front seat restraint installation by fitting a safety harness in accordance with a scheme approved by the Secretary.

Compliance: Before 1 August 1973.

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