SB-051818-C - SERVICE BULLETIN
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Overview
This service bulletin provides instructions for replacing the rudder centering spring on the ICON A5 aircraft. It addresses a potential failure due to improperly installed retaining clips and outlines the necessary actions for compliance.
- Service Bulletin SB-051818 Rev C issued on 6/27/2018.
- Affects ICON A5 aircraft with specific serial numbers.
- Required action: Replace the rudder centering spring.
- Compliance time: Not to exceed 25 hours time-in-service.
- Warranty reimbursement available for labor and parts.
- Installation requires specific tools and parts.
- Verification of rudder functionality is necessary post-installation.
- Logbook entry required after compliance.
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Source
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Document details
- Type ·
- Service Bulletins
- Year ·
- 2018
- File size ·
- 308 KB
- Copy found at ·
- iconaircraft.com
- Language ·
- en
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Centering spring assy weight lb per (in) ·
- 11 lb/in
What is the SB-051818-C - SERVICE BULLETIN?
The SB-051818-C - SERVICE BULLETIN is a service bulletins for the ICON A5, dated 2018.
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The SB-051818-C - SERVICE BULLETIN — the ICON A5 service bulletins on file — is dated 2018.
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In this document
Purpose
The bulletin aims to ensure safety by replacing a potentially faulty rudder centering spring.
Required Action
Remove and replace the rudder centering spring within 25 hours of service.
Parts List
Includes centering spring assembly and necessary thread locker.
Installation Instructions
Detailed steps for installing the new centering spring and ensuring proper torque.
Verification
Steps to ensure the rudder operates without friction or binding after installation.
Service Bulletin Approval
Document signed by the Flight Sciences Manager confirming the bulletin.
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Safety notes
- Improper installation of the rudder centering spring may lead to failure.
- All service interventions must review open bulletins.
- Return removed centering spring for warranty reimbursement.
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2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688 ‐ Tel: 707.564.4000 – www.iconaircraft.com SERVICE BULLETIN SB‐051818 REV C Confidentiality Note: The information contained in this document is confidential. Any dissemination, distribution, or copy of this document, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited without prior written authorization by ICON Aircraft Inc. DATE ISSUED: 6/27/2018 DATE EFFECTIVE: 6/27/2018 SUPERSEDES NOTICE: SB-051818 Rev B SUBJECT: Rudder Centering Spring Replacement AIRCRAFT AFFECTED: MODEL: ICON A5 S/N: 00022-00028,00030-00036, 00039 REQUIRED ACTION: Remove and Replace the Rudder Centering Spring TIME OF COMPLIANCE: Not to exceed 25 hours time-in-service from the effective date above. All Service Interventions must include a review of open Bulletins, Directives, or Alerts; where possible all open Service Bulletins, Directives, or Alerts should be closed. If not closed, the aircraft must be scheduled for return within the stated time or use requirements. Revision History: Removed alternate acceptable centering spring assembly from parts list and added addition affected serial numbers PURPOSE: ICON is committed to designing, manufacturing, delivering, and supporting a high quality Light Sport Aircraft, providing a level of safety well beyond expectations. A recently received service difficulty report indicated that the rudder centering spring failed. Inspection of the failed centering spring and of several recently produced aircraft has shown the rudder centering spring retaining clips were not installed properly and have a risk of failure. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide instructions on replacing the rudder centering spring with a properly assembled component. WARRANTY: ICON Certified Service Providers: Please submit an invoice for warranty reimbursement for labor and parts on completion of this service bulletin. Please reference service bulletin number SB-051818. 1. 3-hours of labor. 2. Parts and labor will only be reimbursed when removed centering spring is received. 2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688 ‐ Tel: 707.564.4000 – www.iconaircraft.com SERVICE BULLETIN SB‐051818 REV C ICA009718-C PAGE 2 of 5 PARTS LIST: Part Number Description QTY ICA013213 Centering Spring Assy, 11 lb/in 1 ICA012078 Tef-Gel A/N Loctite 243 Thread Locker A/N Instructions: Special tools, fixtures, or test equipment: PREPARATION: 1. It is permissible to disassemble the aircraft as required to permit accessibility, inspection, adjustment, maintenance, and repair in accordance with the latest release of the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, ICA000833. 2. Remove, the right and left side baggage floors, left main cockpit side panel, left seat aft closeout, and left seat back. 3. Remove the rudder centering spring by disconnecting the forward and aft retention hardware. Retain all hardware for installation of new rudder centering spring. 4. Mark the removed rudder centering spring with Serial number, Tail number, and Time in service at removal. Return the removed rudder centering spring back to ICON Customer Service to receive reimbursement for warranty parts and labor. 2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688 ‐ Tel: 707.564.4000 – www.iconaircraft.com SERVICE BULLETIN SB‐051818 REV C ICA009718-C PAGE 3 of 5 Figure 1: Location of Rudder centering spring (identified in red box) Figure 2: Rudder Centering Spring Hardware Configuration (Forward) 3 rd washer may not be installed in Aircraft S/N 00022‐00025 2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688 ‐ Tel: 707.564.4000 – www.iconaircraft.com SERVICE BULLETIN SB‐051818 REV C ICA009718-C PAGE 4 of 5 INSTALLATION: 1. Install forward centering spring hardware as shown in Figure 2 above. Apply Loctite 243 to the threads of the bolt and torque hardware to 10-13 in-lb 2. Install aft centering spring hardware as shown in figure 3 above. Ensure that the groove in the control cable rod end is facing outboard. Add Tef-gel to threads prior to installation of nut and torque hardware to 18 in-lb. VERIFICATION: 1. Actuate the rudder pedals (full left then full right) numerous times (5+) from the cockpit and ensure there is no excess friction or binding in the controls. 2. Move the air rudder by hand and feel for no excess friction, unusual noise or binding in the controls. 3. Check the rudder air rudder rigging in accordance with the latest maintenance manual and ensure that the air rudder centers 1° right ± 1° MAKE THE FOLLOWING LOGBOOK ENTRY: “Service Bulletin (insert subject bulletin number) has been complied with and installation is reported to ICON Aircraft Customer Support and Service, Ref FAA Exemption 10829B”. If you need assistance relocating your A5 to your home base or temporary storage arrangements, please contact ICON Aircraft and ask for Customer Service and Support. Figure 3: Rudder Centering Spring Hardware Configuration (Aft) 2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688 ‐ Tel: 707.564.4000 – www.iconaircraft.com SERVICE BULLETIN SB‐051818 REV C ICA009718-C PAGE 5 of 5 SERVICE BULLETIN APPROVAL Bret Davenport Flight Sciences Manager 6/27/2018 NAME TITLE DATE NAME TITLE DATE NAME TITLE DATE If you are no longer in possession of this aircraft, please forward this information to the present owner/operator and notify ICON Aircraft, Owners Center at: ICON Aircraft 2141 ICON Way Vacaville, CA 95688 (855) FLY-ICON or (707) 564-4000 support@iconaircraft.com Please include the aircraft registration number, serial number, your name, and if known the contact information of the new owner/operator.