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FAA Proposed Airworthiness Directive: Inspection and Correction for Artex ELT 1000 on Diamond DA20-C1 Aircraft

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. Model DA20-C1 airplanes equipped with Artex ELT 1000 emergency locator transmitters (ELTs): - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Aircraft Certification Service - OEMs Involved: - Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. (aircraft manufacturer) - Artex (OEM for ELT 1000) - Products/Services Requested: - Continuity inspection of the D-sub connector on Artex ELT 1000 units installed in DA20-C1 airplanes - Corrective action to install a missing jumper wire if required - Compliance with Diamond Aircraft Industries Mandatory Service Bulletin No. DAC12505, Rev. 1 - Estimated 365 U.S.-registered airplanes affected - Notable Requirements: - Inspection and corrective actions must be completed within three months of the directive's effective date - Ensures proper activation of the ELT beacon and alert buzzer in the event of an accident - Estimated inspection cost is $85 per airplane - Locations: - FAA offices in Westbury, NY; Kansas City, MO; and Washington, DC - Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. in London, Ontario, Canada

Description

The FAA proposes a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. Model DA20-C1 airplanes. This AD is prompted by a report of an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) not activating due to a missing jumper wire. The directive requires a continuity inspection of the D-sub connector of the Artex ELT 1000 and corrective actions if necessary. The purpose is to address the unsafe condition that could prevent the ELT beacon and aural alert buzzer from activating in the event of an accident.

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