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DATE: May 24, 2000 SUBJECT: REFERENCES: ISSUE: ACTION TAKEN TO DATE: |
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We have determined and notified Cessna that an unsafe condition exists on the subject airplanes and that this condition is likely to exist or develop in other airplanes of the same type design. |
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We have determined and notified Cessna that the design of the subject airplane fuel system and tanks does not comply with the requirements of CAR 3.444 for the subject airplane. |
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We plan to proceed with Airworthiness Directive action based on the above findings. |
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We have also determined and notified Cessna that design changes are necessary to correct the unsafe condition. We have requested Cessna submit appropriate design changes for FAA approval within 30 days for the subject airplane. |
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We have also determined and notified Cessna that this condition may exist on all Cessna high wing integral wing fuel tank equipped airplanes, and have requested Cessna identify all applicable models and serial numbers and submit appropriate design changes for each model for FAA approval within 60 days. |
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We have notified Cessna of our intent to make a Specific Finding to the requirements of CFR part 23.971 on current Model 182T/T182T programs due to certify in November 2000. |
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We have requested Cessna perform a full review and submittal of the compliance substantiation for the Model 172, 182 and 206 series airplanes manufactured since the restart of production (Type Certificated since 1996), with respect to the requirements of 14 CFR part 23.971, and water egress capability |
STATUS: |
PLAN OF ACTION: |
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Formally notify Cessna that we do not concur with the positions presented in their letter of April 10, 2000. |
2. |
Supply all incident/accident reports identified to date, which appear to involve these issues to Cessna. |
3. |
Determine with Small Airplane Directorate oversight the best method to further issuance of an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, with some form of relieving action to preclude grounding this fleet of airplanes. |
PREPARED BY: Jeffrey D. Janusz , |
ACE-116W, PHONE NO. |
316-946-4148 |
APPROVED BY: DRAFT, |
ACE-116W, PHONE NO. |
316-946-4131 |
ACE-116W:JJanusz:x4148:052400:K\JANUSZ\Cessna\AIRBRIEF.DOC |
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