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AD/SC7/10 - Automatic Pilot Aileron Servo Control Cable - Inspection

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This directive mandates a one‑time inspection of the autopilot aileron servo motor capstan cable on Short Skyvan Series 3/3A/3M aircraft fitted with autopilot, following Short SB 22‑A59, to be completed before issuing a Certificate of Airworthiness after a reported cable jam. It affects owners/operators and maintenance organisations, who must perform and certify the check and bear any repair costs to mitigate the specific mechanical failure risk.

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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/SC7/10 Automatic Pilot Aileron Servo Control Cable - Inspection

Applicability: Skyvan Series 3, 3A and 3M fitted with automatic pilot. Document: Short SB 22-A59.

Compliance: Before issue of a Certificate of Airworthiness.

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Background: A malfunction has occurred where the cable connecting to the aileron automatic pilot servo motor capstan jammed between the two guide pulleys at Stn. 226. The inspection should avoid any repetition of this fault.

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