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AD/SC7/17 - Outer Flap - Replacement of Lifed Items and Reinforcement of Flap Structure

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This AD mandates replacement of lifed hinge and operating arms and reinforcement of the outer flap structure on Short SC7 (Skyvan) series 3, 3A and 3M aircraft, requiring compliance with Short Service Bulletin No. 57‑62.

It affects owners/operators and maintenance organisations (who bear parts, labour and downtime costs) to ensure continued flap airworthiness; compliance is mandatory for continued operation.

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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 Short SC7 (Skyvan) Series Aeroplanes

AD/SC7/17 Outer Flap - Replacement of Lifed Items

and Reinforcement of Flap Structure

Applicability: All Skyvan series 3, 3A and 3M. Document: Short SB No. 57-62.

Compliance: As detailed in the requirement document.

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Background: Retirement of hinge arms and operating arms, and reinforcement of the flap structure, are required as part of the life extension modification and to ensure the continued airworthiness of the flaps.

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