FAA Proposes AD After Cessna In-Flight Fire

Bethany Whitfield

Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 10:36 PM ET

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Cessna 172RG

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The FAA has proposed an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for nearly 3,000 Cessna single and twin aircraft following a severe in-flight fire in a 172RG.
The fire was attributed to improperly installed wiring in the landing gear hydraulic power pack, a system shared by several Cessna models.
The AD mandates inspections of these hydraulic systems and the installation of protective materials or wiring rerouting to prevent similar future incidents.

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After one Cessna 172RG experienced a serious in-flight fire, the FAA on Tuesday proposed a new Airworthiness Directive to prevent similar events that could affect up to 3,000 Cessna singles and twins.

According to the FAA, the fire started in the 172’s landing gear hydraulic power pack system due to the improper installation of certain wiring components. It spread rapidly, causing injuries as well as irreparable damage to the airplane.