Saircorp / Flight Boss Ltd. (Saircorp) Consoles
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What to do
Operators using Saircorp consoles should ensure the console does not shift during operations and does not obstruct any aircraft controls. They should minimize unsecured items in the console and secure heavier items like oxygen bottles and fire extinguishers in approved carriers or mounting points. No specific compliance deadlines are stated.
Summary
SAFO 20016 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration concerning the use of Saircorp consoles in Textron Aviation Inc. Model 172-, 177-, 182-, 185-, 205-, 206-, 210-, 310-, 320-, 337-, and 340-series airplanes, as well as other aircraft. The alert highlights safety risks posed by these unsecured metal consoles, which can shift during flight and interfere with aircraft controls or emergency equipment access.
What changed
This SAFO introduces a safety advisory regarding the hazards of using Saircorp consoles that are not fastened to the aircraft. It identifies specific risks such as obstruction of flight controls and unsecured emergency equipment, and it clarifies that these consoles lack FAA design approval and mounting provisions.
Why it matters
This alert is important for aviation professionals because unsecured consoles and loose items can compromise flight safety by interfering with critical controls and emergency equipment. Operators and maintenance personnel need to be aware of these risks to prevent accidents or injuries during turbulence, hard landings, or emergency maneuvers.
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