AD 70-13-03

Airworthiness directive · Hydraulic Lock · Continental Motors TSIO-520-C

Effective
July 2, 1970
Model
TSIO-520-C
Data sheet
TCDSE8CE
Registered aircraft
4,130 matched by model
Product
Engine
Amendment
39-1017

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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70-13-03 CONTINENTAL: Amendment 39-1017. Applies to Continental Model TSIO-520-C (Serial Numbers 140001 through 140678) engines installed in Cessna Model TU206, TP206 and T210 airplanes. Compliance: Unless already accomplished, within the next 12 months after the effective date of this AD, accomplish the following: To prevent hydraulic lock and resulting engine damage and power loss: Replace the presently installed Teledyne Continental Motors Part Number 633125 balance tube assembly with new Teledyne Continental Motors Part Number 635645 balance tube assembly and install associated aircraft installation drainage provisions in accordance with Cessna Service Kit SK206-10, or an equivalent method approved by the Chief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch, FAA, Central Region, Kansas City, Missouri. Teledyne Continental Motors Service Bulletin M70-5 dated May 6, 1970, also pertains to this subject. This amendment becomes effective July 2, 1970.

Affected TCDS · 1

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