SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 205 · Airworthiness Directives
Overview
This document is a schedule of Airworthiness Directives specifically for the Cessna 205 series aeroplanes. It outlines the requirements for compliance with safety measures to ensure the airworthiness of the aircraft. The directive focuses on the fuel selector valve and the potential risks associated with its failure. This document is intended for aircraft maintenance personnel and operators of the Cessna 205, providing essential information to maintain safety and compliance with aviation regulations.
- Applicable to Cessna 205 models with serial numbers 205-0001 to 205-0577.
- Safety wire must be installed on the fuel selector valve to prevent roll pin migration.
- Compliance is required before the next Maintenance Release after May 31, 1985.
- Failure to comply may lead to engine fuel starvation due to loss of fuel selector control.
- Refer to Cessna SIL SE84-5 for detailed action requirements.
Document
Source
Originally published by services.casa.gov.au. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type ·
- Airworthiness Directives
- Year ·
- 1985
- Pages ·
- 1
- File size ·
- 10 KB
- Publisher ·
- services.casa.gov.au
What is the SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES?
The SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES is a airworthiness directives for the Cessna 205, dated 1985.
How many pages is the SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES?
The copy of the SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES on file runs 1 pages.
Where does the SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES come from?
This copy of the SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES was originally published by services.casa.gov.au and is hosted on Sprinkle as a free, searchable reference copy.
What year was the SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES published?
The SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES — the Cessna 205 airworthiness directives on file — is dated 1985.
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- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Fuel Selector Valve Safety Wire
This section details the Airworthiness Directive AD/CESSNA 205/18, which mandates the installation of safety wire on the fuel selector valve. This requirement is applicable to Cessna 205 models with serial numbers ranging from 205-0001 to 205-0577. The directive emphasizes the importance of this modification to prevent the roll pin from migrating out of its location, which could lead to engine fuel starvation.
Compliance Requirements
The compliance for this directive must be completed prior to the issuance of the next Maintenance Release after May 31, 1985. This ensures that all affected aircraft are modified in a timely manner to maintain safety standards.
Background Information
The background section explains the risk of losing fuel selector control, which can result in engine fuel starvation. It highlights the critical nature of the roll pin's position and the necessity of the safety wire to ensure it remains secure.
Safety notes
- Loss of fuel selector control can lead to engine fuel starvation.
- Ensure safety wire is properly installed to prevent roll pin migration.
Full document text
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES Cessna 205 (210-5) Series Aeroplanes AD/CESSNA 205/18 Fuel Selector Valve Safety Wire 5/85 Applicability: Model 205 with S/Nos. 205-0001 to 205-0577. Requirement: Action in accordance with Cessna SIL SE84-5. Note: FAA AD 85-02-07 refers. Compliance: Prior to issue of the next Maintenance Release after 31 May 1985. Background: Loss of fuel selector control, followed by engine fuel starvation can occur should the roll pin connecting the fuel selector rotor shaft to the yoke assembly migrate out of its location. To prevent this possibility, safety wire is fitted to the roll pin thereby ensuring positive retention.