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 a new Airworthiness Directive (AD) following a serious in-flight fire on a Cessna 172RG, attributed to improper wiring in its landing gear hydraulic power pack.
The proposed AD mandates inspections and potential wiring rerouting or installation of protective materials for nearly 3,000 Cessna single and twin aircraft that share the same hydraulic power pack system.
Affected models include various R182, 210N, P210N, and T303 aircraft, with estimated costs of $85 per inspection and $114 for any necessary additional wiring installation.

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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.