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AD/AC/14 - Clear Vinyl Covers in Cabin Interior - Removal

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This Act has been repealed and is no longer in force. It is retained for historical reference.

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What this means:

This is a legally binding safety order requiring the immediate removal of clear vinyl covers installed in the cabin interiors of specific Twin Commander aircraft.

Who it affects:

Owners and operators of Twin Commander 680E and 720 model aeroplanes
Only applies to specific serial numbers: 242, 501, and 623 to 873 (with exceptions: does not apply to serial numbers 820, 850, 860, 863, 867, and 872)

What you must do:

Remove all clear vinyl covers from the aircraft cabin interior
Follow the technical procedures outlined in Aero Commander Service Bulletin No. 59
Complete this work immediately (the term "Forthwith" means without delay)

Why it matters: Airworthiness Directives are enforceable safety mandates. These vinyl covers likely pose a fire hazard or could block emergency exits (egress) during an evacuation, potentially trapping occupants or releasing toxic smoke in a cabin fire.

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

SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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AD/AC/14 Clear Vinyl Covers in Cabin Interior - Removal NK

Applicability: Models 680E and 720: S/Nos. 242, 501, 623 to 873 except 820, 850, 860, 863, 867

and 872.

Document: Aero Commander SB No. 59. Compliance: Forthwith.

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