AD 2005-13-21 Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 650 Airplanes

Makes named: cessna. Models named: 650. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

All Model 650 airplanes, certificated in any category.

Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent uncommanded movement of the horizontal stabilizer, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane, accomplish the following: Inspection and Replacement if Necessary (a) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, inspect to determine the part number (P/N) of the actuator control unit (ACU), in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Cessna Service Bulletin SB 650-27-53, dated March 11, 2004. If an ACU having P/N 9914197-7 is installed on the airplane, then no further action is required by this paragraph. If an ACU having P/N 9914197-3 or P/N 9914197-4 is installed on the airplane, replace the existing ACU with a new, improved ACU having P/N 9914197-7, in accordance with the service bulletin. Although the service bulletin specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Revision (b) Within 1 month after the effective date of this AD or concurrently with the replacement required by paragraph (a) of this AD, whichever is first: Revise the Limitations and Normal Procedures sections of the AFM by inserting into the AFM a copy of all the applicable Cessna temporary revisions (TRs) listed in Table 1 of this AD. Note 1: When a statement identical to that in the applicable TR(s) listed in Table 1 of this AD has been included in the general revisions of the AFM, the general revisions may be inserted into the AFM, and the copy of the applicable TR may be removed from the AFM. Table 1.—AFM Revision Applicable model 650 airplanes Cessna TR(s) Citation III, S/Ns 0001 through 0199 inclusive, and 0203 through 0206 inclusive; equipped with Honeywell SPZ-8000 integrated avionics system 65C3FM TC-R02-01, dated May 12, 2004; and 65C3FM TC-R02-06, dated August 11, 2004. Citation III, S/Ns 0001 through 0199 inclusive, and 0203 through 0206 inclusive; not equipped with Honeywell SPZ-8000 integrated avionics system 65C3FM TC-R02-01, dated May 12, 2004; and 65C3FM TC-R02-07, dated August 11, 2004. Citation VI, S/Ns 0200 through 0202 inclusive, and 0207 and subsequent 65C6FM TC-R04-01, dated May 12, 2004; and 65C6FM TC-R04-06, dated August 11, 2004. Citation VII, S/Ns 7001 and subsequent 65C7FM TC-R10-01, dated May 12, 2004. Citation VII, S/Ns 7001 and subsequent, equipped with Honeywell SPZ-8000 integrated avionics system 65C7FM TC-R10-07, dated August 11, 2004. Parts Installation (c) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install an ACU having P/N 9914197-3 or -4, on any airplane. Alternative Methods of Compliance (d) In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, the Manager, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, is authorized to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD. Incorporation by Reference (e) Unless otherwise specified in this AD, the actions must be done in accordance with the service information listed in Table 2 of this AD. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To get copies of this service information, contact Cessna Aircraft Co., P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277. To inspect copies of this service information, go to the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or to the FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport, Wichita, Kansas; or to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at the NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go to http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Table 2.—Material Incorporated by Reference Cessna Service Information Date Service Bulletin SB 650-27-53 March 11, 2004. Temporary Revision 65C3FM TC-R02-01 May 12, 2004. Temporary Revision 65C3FM TC-R02-06 August 11, 2004. Temporary Revision 65C3FM TC-R02-07 August 11, 2004. Temporary Revision 65C6FM TC-R04-01 May 12, 2004. Temporary Revision 65C6FM TC-R04-06 August 11, 2004. Temporary Revision 65C7FM TC-R10-01 May 12, 2004. Temporary Revision 65C7FM TC-R10-07 August 11, 2004. Effective Date (f) This amendment becomes effective on July 29, 2005. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 14, 2005. Kevin M. Mullin, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05-12306 Filed 6-23-05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P