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AD/FK-P/4 - Starter Gear/Damper Assembly P/No 18708 - Inspection

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What this does: This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is a mandatory safety instruction requiring regular inspections of a specific starter motor component on certain aircraft engines.

Who it affects: Owners and operators of Franklin 6A-350-C1 and C2 piston engines with specific serial numbers (as detailed in the associated requirement document).

What must be done: Inspect the Starter Gear/Damper Assembly (part number 18708) following the procedures in Franklin Service Bulletin No. 112.

When: Complete the first inspection within 100 hours of flight time after 31 August 1972, then repeat the inspection every 100 hours of flight time.

Why it matters: This prevents potential failures in the engine starting system that could lead to operational hazards or ground accidents.

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COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 106 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY

SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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AD/FK-P/4 Starter Gear/Damper Assembly NK

P/No 18708 - Inspection

Applicability: Model 6A-350-C1 and C2 with S/Nos as listed in the Requirement Document. Requirement: Franklin SB No 112.

Compliance: Within 100 hours time in service after 31 August 1972 and thereafter at intervals not exceeding 100 hours time in service.

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