AD 78-22-04

78-22-04 GENERAL DYNAMICS: Amendment 39-3326. Applies to Models 340 and 440 airplanes, including those modified for turbopropeller power in accordance with STC SA1096WE and SA4-1100, which have been modified to incorporate interiors in accordance with STC SA896EA, certificated in all categories.

Compliance required as indicated.

To assure release of the operator's hand after removal of the emergency exit window, accomplish the following:

a. Within the next 10 hours in service after the effective date of this airworthiness directive, unless previously accomplished, remove the emergency exit interior trim panel Magee Plastics Company P/N 9675-WPE. If a replacement trim panel is installed, it must be P/N 9675- WPE-1 or an equivalent approved by the Chief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch/FAA, Eastern Region.

b. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 to authorize operation of the aircraft to a base for the accomplishment of the modifications required by this AD.

NOTE: Magee Plastics Company Service letter dated August 11, 1978, entitled "Magee Mashell Interior Kit for the Convair Part Number 96123-STC SA896EA" pertains to this subject.

This amendment is effective November 1, 1978.