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AD/SWSA226/7 - Fuel Line and Heat Shroud - Inspection

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This is a mandatory aviation safety order (called an Airworthiness Directive) that requires owners of specific aircraft to inspect critical fuel system components.

Who it affects Owners and operators of Fairchild (Swearingen) SA226T model aeroplanes with serial numbers T-201 and subsequent (i.e., T-201, T-202, etc.).

What must be done Within 25 hours of flight time after 9 October 1972, these aircraft must have their fuel lines and heat shrouds inspected according to the manufacturer's Service Bulletin SB 71-30-3119.

Why it matters This inspection prevents potential fuel leaks or engine fire hazards. The directive was issued to address a specific safety defect discovered in these aircraft models, ensuring they remain safe to fly.

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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 Fairchild (Swearingen) SA226 and SA227 Series Aeroplanes

AD/SWSA226/7 Fuel Line and Heat Shroud - Inspection 10/72

Applicability: All model SA226T with S/Nos. T-201 and subsequent. Document: Swearingen SB 71-30-3119.

Compliance: Within 25 hours time in service after 9 October 1972.

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