AD 55-22-04

Airworthiness directive · Tailplane Main Spar · Vickers-Armstrongs Viscount 745D

Model
Viscount 745D
Data sheet
TCDSA-814
Product
Aircraft · Large airplane

Unofficial copy of the text in the FAA’s Dynamic Regulatory System. The FAA’s own copy is the authoritative one. DRS record last changed May 30, 2024.

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The airworthiness directive

55-22-04 VICKERS-ARMSTRONG: Applies to All Viscount Model 745D Aircraft.

Compliance required as indicated.

Cracks have been found in the tailplane center section main spar extending along the lines of rivets attaching the web plate.

Accordingly, Vickers-Armstrong (Aircraft) Ltd. issued Preliminary Technical Leaflet No. 52 dated August 19, 1955, covering this subject. The British Air Registration Board considers Modification D.1384, the initial and repetitive inspections recommended therein mandatory in which the FAA concurs.

Aircraft complying with the limitations specified in PTL No. 52 will be considered serviceable.

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