Commonwealth legislation

AD/CHA/8 - Front Wing Strut

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This Act has been repealed and is no longer in force. It is retained for historical reference.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 it does This safety directive requires owners to inspect or modify the front wing struts on specific light aircraft to prevent structural failure.

Who it affects Owners and operators of American Champion (also sold as Aeronca or Bellanca) Model 7 aircraft built before 1 August 1964.

What is required You must perform the specific maintenance actions detailed in Champion Service Letter No. 72 (the manufacturer's technical bulletin) on the front wing strut assembly.

Deadline The work must be completed before the aircraft flies again after 2 March 1972.

Why it matters Wing struts are critical structural components that hold the wings to the fuselage. This directive addresses a potential defect that could cause the strut to fail in flight, potentially leading to wing separation or loss of control.

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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 American Champion (Aeronca, Bellanca) Series Aeroplanes

AD/CHA/8 Front Wing Strut 3/72

Applicability: All model 7 aircraft constructed before 1 August 1964. Requirement: Action in accordance with Champion SL No 72.

Compliance: Before further flight after 2 March 1972.

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