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AD/BEECH 56/26 - Emergency Exits - Placards and Markings

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This directive mandates safety upgrades for specific Beechcraft 56TC Turbo Baron aircraft.

What it requires: Aircraft operators must update the emergency exit signage (placards) and modify the window latches according to the manufacturer's instructions (Beechcraft Service Instruction No. 1241).

Who it affects: Owners and operators of Beechcraft 56TC series planes with serial numbers listed in the referenced service instruction.

When: The work must be completed within 100 hours of flight time after 31 January 1984, or at the next scheduled maintenance check after that date—whichever comes later.

Why it matters: This ensures emergency exits are clearly marked and the windows can be opened easily in an emergency, improving safety for passengers and crew.

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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 Beechcraft 56TC (Turbo Baron) Series Aeroplanes

AD/BEECH 56/26 Emergency Exits - Placards and Markings 1/84

Applicability: All models with S/Nos referenced in Beechcraft Service Instruction No. 1241. Requirement: Action in accordance with Beechcraft S.I. No. 1241.

Compliance: Within 100 hours’ time in service after 31 January 1984 or at the next scheduled inspection for Maintenance Release issue after 31 January 1984, whichever is the later.

Background: To standardise emergency exit placards and modify the openable window latch.

Federal Register of Legislative Instruments F2006B04057

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