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SERVICE BULLETIN Recurring Inspection MANDATORY

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This Service Bulletin, issued by Raytheon Aircraft Company, addresses mandatory inspections and repairs for the Beechcraft 33 Debonair and related Bonanza models. It specifically focuses on the wing forward spar carry-thru structure, which has been identified as susceptible to cracking. The bulletin outlines the inspection process, compliance requirements, and necessary repairs using specific kits. The revisions made in June 2004 emphasize the removal of previously allowable crack limits and mandate immediate repairs for any discovered cracks. This document is crucial for owners and operators to ensure the safety and airworthiness of their aircraft by adhering to the outlined inspection intervals and repair protocols.

  • Mandatory inspection of wing forward spar carry-thru structure within first 1500 flight hours.
  • If no cracks are found, re-inspect every 500 flight hours.
  • Repairs must be made using applicable P/N 36-4004 Kits if cracks are discovered.
  • Cracks exceeding 4.0 inches in length require immediate repair before further flight.
  • Compliance with this Service Bulletin is required to maintain airworthiness.

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2004
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Planning Information

This section details the airplanes affected by the Service Bulletin, including various models of the Beech Debonair and Bonanza. It specifies serial numbers for each model that are subject to the inspection and repair requirements outlined in the bulletin.

Reason

The bulletin was issued due to reports of cracking in the wing forward spar carry-thru structure. It aims to provide inspection and repair information to prevent potential safety issues.

Description

The Service Bulletin requires inspections of the wing forward spar carry-thru structure within the first 1500 flight hours of service. If no cracks are found, inspections should continue at 500 flight hour intervals. The bulletin mandates repairs for any discovered cracks using specified kits.

Compliance

Compliance with the inspection and repair requirements is mandatory. Inspections must be conducted as soon as possible after receipt of the bulletin, with specific timelines based on the aircraft's flight hours. Repairs must be made according to the guidelines if cracks are found.

Accomplishment Instructions

This section provides detailed steps for performing the inspections and repairs, including safety precautions, visual and dye-penetrant inspection procedures, and guidelines for repairing cracks based on their size and location.

Safety notes

  • Cracks must be repaired immediately if discovered during inspections.
  • Follow all safety precautions when performing inspections and repairs.

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The export of these commodities, technology or software are subject to the US Export Admin- istration Regulations. Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited. For guidance on export control requirements, contact the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Export Administration at 202-482-4811 or at www.bxa.doc.gov. Raytheon Aircraft Company (RAC) issues Service Information for the benefit of owners and fixed base operators in the form of two classes of Service Bulletins. The first class, Mandatory Service Bulletins (red border) includes changes, inspections and modifications that could affect safety or crashworthiness. RAC also issues Service Bulletins with no red border which are designated as either recommended or optional in the compliance section within the bulletin. In the case of recommended Service Bulletins, RAC feels the changes, modifications, improvements or inspections will benefit the owner/operator and although highly recommended, Recommended Service Bulletins are not considered mandatory at the time of issuance. In the case of Optional Service Bulletins, compliance with the changes, modifications, improvements or inspections is at the owner/operator’s discretion. Both classes are mailed to: (a) RAC Authorized Service Centers. (b) Owners of record on the FAA Aircraft Registration Branch List and the RAC International Owner Notification/Registration Service List. (c) Those having a publications subscription. Information on Owner Notification Service or subscription can be obtained through any RAC Authorized Service Center. As Mandatory Service Bulletins and Service Bulletins are issued, temporary notification in the Service Bulletin Master Index should be made until the index is revised. Warranty will be allowed only when specifically defined in the Service Bulletin and in accordance with the RAC Warranty Policy. Unless otherwise designated, RAC Mandatory Service Bulletins, Service Bulletins and RAC Kits are approved for installation on RAC airplanes in original or RAC modified configurations only. RAC Mandatory Service Bulletins, Service Bulletins and Kits may not be compatible with airplanes modified by STC installations or modifications other than RAC approved kits. Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 1 of 9 SERVICE BULLETIN Recurring Inspection MANDATORY Beech SYNOPSIS OF CHANGE This Service Bulletin has been revised and is produced in the new format for Raytheon Aircraft Company Service Bulletins. Relevant technical changes are marked with change bars in the outside margins. The prior release of this Service Bulletin allowed for continued flight with known cracks that met specific criteria, and required a 500 flight hour recurring inspection. At the request of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), this Service Bulletin has been revised to remove the allowable crack limits that were permitted in the prior release of this Service Bulletin (SB No. 2360). If any crack(s) are discovered or are known to still be present from a previous inspection, this Service Bulletin revision requires that the crack(s) must be repaired by installation of the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s) within the compliance times specified under ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS in this Service Bulletin. If no cracks are discovered, this Service Bulletin revision continues to require re-inspection of the wing forward spar carry-thru structure forward and aft frames every 500 flight hours. The COMPLIANCE statement and ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS for this Service Bulletin have been revised. 1. Planning Information A. Effectivity (1) Airplanes Beech Debonair/Bonanza Model 35-33, 35-A33, 35-B33, 35-C33, E33, F33 and G33, Serials CD-1 through CD-1304; Beech Bonanza Model 35-C33A, E33A and F33A, Serials CE-1 through CE-1192; Beech Bonanza Model E33C and F33C, Serials CJ-1 through CJ-179; Beech Bonanza Model H35, J35, K35, M35, N35, P35, S35, V35, V35A and V35B, Serials D-4866 through D-10403; Beech Bonanza Model 36 and A36, Serials E-1 through E-2397; Beech Bonanza Model A36TC and B36TC, Serials EA-1 through EA-471. If you are no longer in possession of the airplane, please forward this information to the present owner. Kit No. 36-4004-1 S Kit No. 36-4004-3 S Kit No. 36-4004-5 S Kit No. 36-4004-7 S Kit No. 36-4004-9 S Kit No. 36-4004-11 S Kit No. 36-4004-13 S TITLE: FUSELAGE - WING FORWARD SPAR CARRY-THRU STRUCTURE INSPECTION AND/OR REINFORCEMENT MANDATORY SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 2 of 9 (2) Spares None. B. Reason This Service Bulletin is being issued to provide inspection and repair information relating to forward wing spar carry-thru structure forward and aft frames. Reports of frame (web) cracking have been received on in-service airplanes. If these cracks are detected at any time, the repairs described in this Service Bulletin should be applied. C. Description This Service Bulletin inspects the wing forward spar carry-thru structure forward and aft frames for cracks within the first 1500 flight hours of airplane service. If the airplane has over 1500 flight hours, the inspection is to be accomplished at the next scheduled inspection. If no cracks are found, the inspection is to be accomplished at recurring 500 flight hour intervals. The wing forward spar carry-thru structure forward and aft frames are first visually inspected and then further inspected using a dye-penetrant inspection. The prior release of this Service Bulletin allowed for continued flight with known cracks that met specific criteria, and required a 500 flight hour recurring inspection. At the request of the FAA, this Service Bulletin has been revised to remove the allowable crack limits that were permitted in the prior release of this Service Bulletin. If any cracks are discovered or are known to still be present from a previous inspection, this Service Bulletin revision requires that the cracks must be repaired by installation of the applicable P/N 36-

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4004 Kit(s) within the compliance times specified under ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS in this Service Bulletin. If no cracks are discovered, this Service Bulletin revision requires re-inspection of the wing forward spar carry-thru structure forward and aft frames every 500 flight hours. D. Compliance Raytheon Aircraft Company considers this to be a mandatory inspection/modification and it must be accomplished as soon as possible after receipt of this Service Bulletin, but no later than the first 1500 flight hours. If an airplane has over 1500 flight hours, it is to be accomplished at the next scheduled inspection. If no cracks are found, it should be repeated at 500 flight hour intervals thereafter. If cracks are found, the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s) must be installed. Any airplane with known crack(s) in compliance with the original release of this Service Bulletin (SB No. 2360) which allowed cracks must install the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s). Compliance times for installation of the appropriate kits vary depending on length and location of cracks and are specified under ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS in this Service Bulletin. If the airplane must be moved to another location for repairs to be accomplished, a ferry permit may be obtained in accordance with 14 CFR Part 21.197 (a)(1) and 14 CFR 21.199 by contacting the FAA. Any of the areas shown in Figure 1 that are modified by the installation of a doubler need not be inspected until 1500 flight hours after the installation of that particular doubler. If no cracks are found, repeat the inspection of the doubler every 500 flight hours thereafter. Airworthiness Directive AD 95-04-03 (which superseded AD 92-08-07 and AD 91-14-13) was issued on the matter covered by the original release of this Service Bulletin (SB No. 2360). A new or revised Airworthiness Directive is anticipated to be issued as a result of this FAA directed revision. E. Approval The engineering data contained in this Service Bulletin is FAA approved. SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 3 of 9 MANDATORY F. Manpower The following information is for planning purposes only: Estimated man-hours for visual and dye-penetrant inspection: 4 hours (if accomplished in conjunction with an annual or routine inspection). Estimated man-hours for modification: The man-hours determination will be based upon the findings of the inspection. Contact Raytheon Aircraft Company at 1-800-429-5372 or 316-676-3140 for assistance. Suggested number of men: 1 man. The above is an estimate based on experienced, properly equipped personnel complying with this Service Bulletin. Occasionally, after work has started, conditions may be found which could result in additional man-hours. G. Weight and Balance The weight and balance information for each airplane modified in accordance with this Service Bulletin must be adjusted in accordance with the kit drawing. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to maintain compliance with the applicable Airworthiness Regulations. H. Electrical Load Data Not changed. I. Software Accomplishment Summary Not applicable. J. References The appropriate Section(s) or Chapter(s) of the applicable airplane Shop Manual, Maintenance Manual, Shop Manual Supplement and/or Maintenance Manual Supplement. K. Publications Affected It is recommended that a note “See Service Bulletin No. 53-2360, Rev. 1" be made in the following: Beechcraft Debonair/Bonanza 33, A33, B33, C33, C33A, D33, E33 and E33A Illustrated Parts Catalog, P/N 33-590011-3E or subsequent, Figure 6; Beechcraft Bonanza F33, G33, F33A and F33C Illustrated Parts Catalog, P/N 33-590010-7F3 or subsequent, Figures 101 and 101A; Beechcraft Bonanza H35, J35, K35, M35, N35, P35, S35, V35, V35TC, V35A and V35A-TC Illustrated Parts Catalog, P/N 35-590015-9C5 or subsequent, Figure 7; Beechcraft Bonanza V35B and V35B-TC Illustrated Parts Catalog, P/N 35-590102-5E4 or subsequent, Figures 101 and 101A; Raytheon Aircraft Beech Bonanza 36, A36, A36TC and B36TC Illustrated Parts Catalog, P/N 36-590001- 1G16 or subsequent, Figures 101 and 101A; The appropriate Section(s) or Chapter(s) of the applicable airplane Illustrated Parts Catalog and/or Illustrated Parts Catalog Supplement. MANDATORY SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 4 of 9 L. Interchangeability of Parts Not applicable. M. Warranty Credit None. 2. Material Information A. Materials - Price and Availability Contact a Raytheon Aircraft Authorized Service Center or RAPID for information. B. Industry Support Not applicable. C. Airplanes The following kits required for this modification may be ordered through a Raytheon Aircraft Authorized Service Center or RAPID: Model/Serial Part Number Description Quantity Per Airplane Beech Debonair/Bonanza - Model 35-33, 35-A33, 35-B33, 35-C33, E33, F33 and G33, Serials CD-1 through CD-1304; Beech Bonanza - Model 35-C33A, E33A and F33A, Serials CE-1 through CE-400; Model E33C and F33C, Serials CJ-1 through CJ-30; Model H35, J35, K35, M35, N35, P35, S35, V35, V35A and V35B, Serials D-4866 through D-9414, except D-9379; Model 36, Serials E-1 through E-184; Model A36, Serials E-185 through E-379, except E-356. 36-4004-1 S Kit Information - Front Spar Carry-Thru Structure Reinforcement (Forward Frame) 1 Required Beech Bonanza - Model 36, Serials E-1 through E-184; Model A36, Serials E-185 through E-379, except E-356. 36-4004-3 S Kit Information - Front Spar Carry-Thru Structure Reinforcement (Rear Frame) 1 Required SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 5 of 9 MANDATORY Raytheon Aircraft Company expressly reserves the right to supersede, cancel and/or declare obsolete, without prior notice, any kits, parts, or publications that may be referenced in this Service Bulletin. Beech Bonanza - Model F33A, Serials CE-401 through CE-1192; Model F33C, Serials CJ-31 through CJ-179; Model V35B, Serials D-9379, D-9415 through D-10403; Model A36, Serials E-356, E-380 through E-2397; Model A36TC, Serials EA-1 through EA-241, EA-243 through EA-272. 36-4004-5 S Kit Information - Front Spar Carry-Thru Structure Reinforcement (Forward Frame) 1 Required Beech Bonanza - Model F33A, Serials CE-401 through CE-1192; Model F33C, Serials CJ-31 through CJ-179; Model V35B, Serials D-9379, D-9415 through D-10403; Model A36, Serials E-356, E-380 through E-2397; Model A36TC, Serials EA-1 through EA-241, EA-243 through EA-272. 36-4004-7 S Kit Information - Front Spar Carry-Thru Structure Reinforcement (Rear Frame) 1 Required Beech Bonanza - Model B36TC, Serials EA-242, EA-273 through EA-471. 36-4004-9 S Kit Information - Front Spar Carry-Thru Structure Reinforcement (Forward Frame) 1 Required Beech Bonanza - Model B36TC, Serials EA-242, EA-273 through EA-471. 36-4004-11 S Kit Information - Front Spar Carry-Thru Structure Reinforcement (Rear Frame) 1 Required Beech Debonair/Bonanza - Model 35-33, 35-A33, 35-B33, 35-C33, E33, F33 and G33, Serials CD-1 through CD-1304; Beech Bonanza - Model 35-C33A, E33A and F33A, Serials CE-1 through CE-400; Model E33C and F33C, Serials CJ-1 through CJ-30; Model H35, J35, K35, M35, N35, P35, S35, V35, V35A and V35B, Serials D-4866 through D-9414, except D-9379; 36-4004-13 S Kit Information - Front Spar Carry-Thru Structure Reinforcement (Rear Frame) 1 Required Model/Serial Part Number Description Quantity Per Airplane MANDATORY SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 6 of 9 All Raytheon Aircraft approved kits, unless otherwise designated, are approved for installation on Raytheon Aircraft airplanes in original or Raytheon Aircraft approved modified configurations only. Raytheon Aircraft approved kits may not be compatible with airplanes modified by STC installations or modifications other than Raytheon Aircraft approved kits. D. Spares Not applicable. E. Reidentified Parts None. F. Tooling - Price and Availability None. 3. Accomplishment Instructions This Service Bulletin shall be accomplished as follows: NOTE Should any difficulty be encountered in accomplishing this Service Bulletin, contact Raytheon Aircraft Company at 1-800-429-5372 or 316-676-3140. A. Airplane Observe all Warnings and Cautions contained in the aircraft manuals referenced in this Service Bulletin. Whenever any part of this system is dismantled, adjusted, repaired or renewed, detailed investigation must be made on completion to make sure that distortion, tools, rags or any other loose articles or foreign matter that could impede the free movement and safe operation of the system are not present, and that the systems and installations in the work area are clean. NOTE Refer to the appropriate Section(s) or Chapter(s) of the applicable airplane Shop Manual, Maintenance Manual, Shop Manual Supplement and/or Maintenance Manual Supplement when accomplishing this Service Bulletin. (1) Remove all power from the airplane and disconnect the battery. Display warning notices prohibiting reconnection of airplane electrical power. SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 7 of 9 MANDATORY (2) Remove the pilot’s and copilot’s seats and the carry-thru cover to obtain access to the front spar carry-thru structure. (3) Thoroughly clean the forward and aft frames (webs) of the front spar carry-thru structure in the shaded areas shown in Figure 1. (4) Perform a visual inspection of the area cleaned in step 3 for evidence of cracks. (5) Perform a dye-penetrant inspection, using visible dyes, of the area cleaned in step 3 for evidence of cracks. NOTE The first inspection must be performed no later than the first 1500 flight hours. If an airplane has over 1500 flight hours, the inspection is to be accomplished at the next scheduled inspection. If no cracks are found repeat the inspection every 500 flight hour. NOTE Any of the shaded areas shown in Figure 1 that are modified by the installation of a doubler need not be dye-penetrant inspected until 1500 flight hours after the installation of that particular doubler. If no cracks are found, repeat the inspection every 500 flight hours. Cracks found in the shaded areas of Figure 1 that have not been modified by a doubler must be repaired as indicated in this Service Bulletin on an individual basis. (6) If cracks are discovered or if any cracks are known to still be present from a previous inspection, determine the method of repair according to the following criteria: NOTE The extent of repair is limited to cracking in the radius of the web flange and cracks in the web flat areas at the fasteners of the lower front spar cap. (a) For cracks in the bend radius: Caution must be used during the stop drilling operation. Do not drill into the spar cap, skin, or any other structure. A thin steel plate may be used to prevent damaging adjacent structure. (i) A crack up to 4.0 inches in length shall be stop drilled at the ends using a #30 drill bit. The area is to be repaired per the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s) within the next 100 flight hours, 12 calendar months or the next scheduled inspection whichever occurs first. (ii) A crack exceeding 4.0 inches in length shall be repaired PRIOR TO FURTHER FLIGHT per the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s). MANDATORY SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 8 of 9 (b) For cracks in the web face, in the area of the huckbolt fasteners: (i) A crack emanating from one fastener in two directions is considered to be one crack. Do not stop drill, due to the possibility of damaging structure behind web face. (ii) Any crack shall be repaired per the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s), within the next 25 flight hours, 12 calendar months or the next scheduled inspection whichever occurs first. (iii) A crack passing through two fasteners and extending beyond for more than 0.5 inch on either end shall be repaired PRIOR TO FURTHER FLIGHT, per the applicable P/N 36- 4004 Kit(s). (iv) A crack passing through two fasteners and extending beyond for less than 0.5 inch on both ends shall be repaired per the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s), within the next 25 flight hours, 12 calendar months or the next scheduled inspection whichever occurs first. (c) If cracks are found in both the forward and aft frames on the same side of the airplane, in either the web face and/or the bend radius, and any of the cracks are more than 1.0 inch long, a repair shall be made PRIOR TO FURTHER FLIGHT. (d) If cracks are found in both the forward and aft frames on the same side of the airplane, in either the web face and/or the bend radius, and all of the cracks are less than 1.0 inch long, a repair shall be made per the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s) within the next 25 flight hours, 12 calendar months or the next scheduled inspection whichever occurs first. (e) If a fuselage skin crack is discovered around the opening for the lower forward carry-thru fitting, an external skin doubler may be required. Contact Raytheon Aircraft Company for further instructions. (7) Repair all cracks per the applicable P/N 36-4004 Kit(s). (8) Reinstall the carry-thru cover and the pilot’s and copilot’s seats. (9) Reconnect the airplane battery, remove warning notices and restore power. (10) Ensure all work areas are clean and clear of tools and miscellaneous items of equipment. (11) Return airplane to service. B. Spares Not applicable. C. Record of Compliance Upon completion of this Service Bulletin, make an appropriate maintenance record entry specifying the kit identification number and the kit serial number. It is recommended that the parts list contained in the kit be filed for future reference until the listing of parts has been incorporated into the Parts Catalog. SERVICE BULLETIN Issued: November, 1990 Revised: June, 2004 SB 53-2360, REV. 1 9 of 9 MANDATORY Inspection for Cracks in the Wing Forward Spar Carry-Thru Structure Forward and Aft Frames Figure 1 B236001A.AI INSPECT FOR CRACKS AROUND HUCKBOLTS AND BETWEEN HUCKBOLTS AND ALONG THE RADIUS OF THE CARRY-THRU WEB AS INDICATED BY THE SHADED AREAS OF THE ILLUSTRATION INSPECT FOR CRACKS AROUND HUCKBOLTS AND BETWEEN HUCKBOLTS AND ALONG THE RADIUS OF THE CARRY-THRU WEB AS INDICATED BY THE SHADED AREAS OF THE ILLUSTRATION AFT WEB FORWARD WEB