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CESSNA 185 · Airworthiness Directives
Overview
This document is an Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that applies to various Cessna aircraft models, including the Cessna T-210. The directive mandates compliance actions to prevent potential electrical or electronic component damage or in-flight fire risks due to short circuits between ungrounded alternators and flammable fluid lines. The AD outlines specific compliance measures that must be undertaken within 50 hours of service after the effective date, which is December 13, 1979. It provides detailed instructions for installation of ground straps, visual inspections, and modifications to the alternator installation to ensure safety and compliance with FAA regulations.
- Compliance required within 50 hours of service after December 13, 1979.
- Install additional ground strap (Cessna P/N 1570102-22) to prevent electrical shorts.
- Maintain at least 1/2 inch clearance between alternator and flammable fluid lines.
- Visual inspection of alternator installation is mandatory.
- Alternative compliance methods must be FAA approved.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.aeroplaning.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Airworthiness Directives
- Year
- 1979
- Pages
- 3
- File size
- 41 KB
- Publisher
- www.aeroplaning.com
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In this document
Compliance Requirements
The AD requires compliance within the next 50 hours of time-in-service after the effective date unless previously accomplished. Pilots must ensure that the alternator is properly grounded to prevent electrical shorts.
Installation of Ground Strap
One of the compliance options is to install an additional ground strap (Cessna P/N 1570102-22) between the alternator and the engine auxiliary drive pad. Alternatively, a fabricated equivalent ground strap may be used.
Visual Inspection
A visual inspection of the alternator installation is required to ensure at least 1/2 inch clearance from flammable fluid lines and to verify proper grounding between the alternator and airframe.
Alternative Compliance Methods
Any equivalent method of compliance with this AD must be approved by the FAA's Chief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch.
Effective Date
The amendment becomes effective on December 13, 1979.
Safety notes
- Ensure all contact areas are clean for good electrical continuity.
- Correct any unsatisfactory conditions noted during inspections.
Full document text
RGL Home Federal Register Information Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 Amendment 39-3633; AD 79-25-07 Airworthiness Directives; CESSNA Models 180, 182/F182, 185, A185, 188, A188, P206, U206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, P210N Series Airplanes PDF Copy (If Available): Preamble Information AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration, DOT DATES: Effective December 13, 1979. Regulatory Information 79-25-07 CESSNA: Amendment 39-3633. Applies to: 180 Series (Serial Numbers 18051762 thru 18052981, except 18052975) airplanes; Airworthiness Directive Página 1 de 3 CESSNA Models 180, 182/F182, 185, A185, 188, A188, 15/03/2012 http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAD.nsf/0/2B49290E9B9D841486... 182/F182 Series (Serial Numbers 18257446 thru 18266590, F18200001 thru F18200094) airplanes; 185 and A185 Series (Serial Numbers 18501096 thru 18503619) airplanes; 188 and A188 Series (Serial Numbers 18800050 thru 18803240) airplanes; P206 Series (Serial Numbers P20600280 thru P20600647) airplanes; U206 and TU206 Series (Serial Numbers 20600634 thru 20604649) airplanes; 207 and T207 Series (Serial Numbers 20700001 thru 20700451) airplanes; 210 and T210 Series (Serial Numbers 21058783 thru 21062649, 21062651 thru 21062661, 21062663 thru 21062666, T210-0001 thru T210-0454) airplanes; Model P210N (Serial Numbers P21000001 thru P21000026) airplanes. COMPLIANCE: Required within the next 50 hours' time-in-service after the effective date of this AD unless previously accomplished. To preclude the possibility of electrical or electronic component damage or an in- flight fire due to a short between an ungrounded alternator and flammable fluid carrying lines, accomplish the following: A) Perform either 1 or 2 below: 1) Install an additional ground strap, Cessna P/N 1570102-22, between the ground stud on the alternator and the lower left hand mounting stud on the engine auxiliary drive pad in accordance with Cessna Single Engine Service Information Letter SE79-59. An equivalent ground strap fabricated per FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1A appropriate for the alternator rating is also acceptable. 2) Modify the alternator installation by installing a different engine mount leg per Cessna Service Kit SK210-84 (Reference Cessna Single Engine Customer Care Service Information Letter SE79-5, dated February 26, 1979) or for the 182 Series, Cessna Service Kit SK182-55A (Reference Cessna Single Engine Customer Care Service Information Letter SE79-58 dated November 23, 1979). NOTE: When accomplishing Paragraph 1) or 2), assure all contact areas are clean and provide good electrical continuity. B) Visually inspect the alternator installation for, and if necessary, provide at least 1/2 inch clearance between the alternator installation and adjacent flammable fluid carrying lines, powerplant controls and electrical wiring in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1A. C) Visually inspect the existing alternator to airframe ground for proper installation (Reference View A-A of SE79-59), evidence of looseness at the terminal and adequate length to allow for relative motion between the alternator and airframe. Also, visually verify that the ground straps between the engine and airframe mount are installed and provide continuity between the engine and mount. Correct any unsatisfactory conditions noted per FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1A. D) Airplanes may be flown in accordance with FAR 21.197 to a location where this AD may be accomplished. E) Any equivalent method of compliance with this Airworthiness Directive must be Página 2 de 3 CESSNA Models 180, 182/F182, 185, A185, 188, A188, 15/03/2012 http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAD.nsf/0/2B49290E9B9D841486... approved by the Chief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch, Federal Aviation Administration, Central Region, 601 E. 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. Cessna Single Engine Customer Care Service Information Letters SE79-5 dated February 26, 1979, SE79-58 dated November 23, 1979, and SE79-59 dated November 23, 1979, pertain to the subject matter of this AD. This amendment becomes effective December 13, 1979. Footer Information Comments FAA.gov Home | Privacy Policy | Web Policies & Notices | Contact Us | Help Readers & Viewers: PDF Reader | MS Word Viewer | MS PowerPoint Viewer | MS Excel Viewer | WinZip Página 3 de 3 CESSNA Models 180, 182/F182, 185, A185, 188, A188, 15/03/2012 http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAD.nsf/0/2B49290E9B9D841486...
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