Airworthiness Directived Flashcards
What is the purpose of an AD?
It provides guidance and information to owners and operators of aircraft informing them of the discovery of a condition that prevents the aircraft from continuing to meet its conditions and airworthness
What is the first step in the issuance of an AD?
A notice of proposed rule making NPRM is published in the Federal Register
How is information on an AD disseminated?
It is printed and distributed by first class mail to the registered owners and certain known operators of products affected
What type of AD may adopted without an NPRM?
ADs of an urgent nature are issued as immediately adopted rules without prior notice
How is information on an emergency AD sent to the owner or operator of an affected aircraft or other product?
By first-class mail, telegram, or other electronic method
What publication lists all of the ADs that apply to aircraft, engines, propellers, or appliances?
AC 39-6 Summary of Airworthiness Directives
How can you get information on subscribing to the Airworthiness Directives?
Contact FAA, Manufacturing standards
