- Model
- 18
- Data sheet
- TCDSA-723
- Registered aircraft
- 2 matched by model
- Product
- Aircraft · Large airplane
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The airworthiness directive
52-08-01 LOCKHEED: Applies to Certificated Army and Navy Versions of the Model 18 Aircraft Designated C57, C57B, R50-1, R50-2, R50-3, R50-5, R50-6, C60, C60A and C59.
Compliance required at next annual inspection, but in no event later than June 1, 1953.
Inspect all Lockheed Model 18 Series aircraft which have been converted from a military version to civil status, for compliance with Lockheed Drawing No. 50829, change A, to provide seal at the inboard end of the integral fuel tanks (inside fuselage) to prevent gasoline fumes from accumulating in the passenger compartment in case of fuel tank leakage. Inspection of the area can be accomplished by removal of the overhead panels adjacent to the fuselage skin in the No. 3 and No. 4 baggage compartments or by removing floor panels in the cabin.
Diaphragms and vents must be installed in accordance with Lockheed Drawing No. 50829 (or equivalent).
(Drawing No. 50829, change A, covering the required installation may be obtained from Lockheed Aircraft Corp., Burbank, Calif.)
Affected TCDS · 1
The type certificate data sheets for the models this AD names, matched by model and maker.
Registered aircraft · 2
Registered aircraft whose airframe or engine model this AD names. Matched by model only, so check each against the AD’s applicability.