EASA Regulations for Textron Aviation 414

3 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Textron Aviation 414.

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EASA SIB CE-13-27R1

Jan 6, 2022

Airplanes with Cable-driven Flight Controls - Frayed Flap Extend Cables

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) CE-13-27R1 addresses the issue of frayed flap extend cables in airplanes with cable-driven flight controls, specifically including numerous Textron Aviation, Inc. (formerly Cessna) models such as the 310, 320, 335, 336, 337, 340, 401, 402, 411, 414, 421, and 425 series. This bulletin serves as an informational reminder to operators and maintenance personnel about the importance of thorough inspections of flight control cables to prevent failures. It does not impose mandatory requirements but highlights safety concerns related to cable wear and inspection challenges.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Textron Aviation 310
  • Textron Aviation 320 (Skyknight)
  • Textron Aviation 321
  • Textron Aviation 335
  • Textron Aviation 336
  • Textron Aviation 337 (Super Skymaster)
  • Textron Aviation 340
  • Textron Aviation 401
  • Textron Aviation 402
  • Textron Aviation 411
  • Textron Aviation 414
  • Textron Aviation 421
  • Textron Aviation 425 (Conquest)

EASA SIB AIR-21-20

Dec 17, 2021

Flight Controls — Trailing Edge Flap Cable Tension - Rigging

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-20 addresses flap cable tension and rigging concerns for Textron Aviation Inc. (formerly Cessna Aircraft Company) Model 310 series, 320 series, 335, 340 series, 401 series, 402 series, 411 series, 414 series, 421 series, and 425 airplanes. It highlights the importance of correctly setting trailing edge flap cable tensions during maintenance to prevent cable failure. This bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Textron Aviation 310
  • Textron Aviation 320 (Skyknight)
  • Textron Aviation 335
  • Textron Aviation 340
  • Textron Aviation 401
  • Textron Aviation 402
  • Textron Aviation 411
  • Textron Aviation 414
  • Textron Aviation 421
  • Textron Aviation 425 (Conquest)

EASA AD US-2018-03-03R1

May 9, 2018

Wings - Lower Forward Carry Through Spar Cap - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-03-03 R1 revises the original AD 2018-03-03 for certain Textron Aviation Inc. Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 421, 421A, 421B, 421C, and 425 airplanes. This directive addresses the inspection and replacement of the left and right forward lower carry through spar caps to detect and correct cracks caused by metal fatigue. The AD aims to prevent potential failure of the spar cap during flight, which could lead to loss of control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Textron Aviation 401
  • Textron Aviation 402
  • Textron Aviation 411
  • Textron Aviation 414
  • Textron Aviation 421
  • Textron Aviation 425 (Conquest)
  • Textron Aviation 401A
  • Textron Aviation 401B
  • Textron Aviation 402A
  • Textron Aviation 402B
  • Textron Aviation 402C
  • Textron Aviation 411A
  • Textron Aviation 414A
  • Textron Aviation 421A
  • Textron Aviation 421B
  • Textron Aviation 421C
  • Textron Aviation 425