Superseded by FAA AD 2023-11-03
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2022-05-13
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What to do
Operators of affected Honda Model HA-420 airplanes must continue to incorporate the specified temporary revisions into the Airplane Flight Manual and Quick Reference Handbook as outlined. They should also plan for the replacement of affected windshield assemblies as per Honda Service Bulletin SB-420-56-002, Revision B. Compliance with this AD is effective September 22, 2022, and comments on the AD were accepted until October 24, 2022.
Summary
FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-18-03 is a final rule affecting certain Honda Aircraft Company LLC Model HA-420 airplanes. It addresses issues related to windshield heat operation procedures and corrects typographical errors found in the previous AD 2022-05-13. The directive retains all prior required actions and updates document references to ensure clarity and compliance.
What changed
This AD supersedes AD 2022-05-13 by correcting typographical errors in document numbers cited in the original directive, including references to temporary revisions of the Airplane Flight Manual and Quick Reference Handbook. It retains all previously mandated actions related to modifying windshield heat operation procedures until windshield assemblies are replaced. No new substantive requirements are introduced.
Why it matters
The directive ensures that operators and maintenance personnel have accurate and clear documentation to prevent windshield heat power wire arcing, which could cause smoke or fire in the cockpit. Correct document citations improve compliance and reduce confusion during implementation. Maintaining these safety measures is critical to preventing in-flight hazards associated with affected windshield assemblies.
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