In order to protect pilots and passengers from items that could come loose and fly around the cockpit of a variety of Textron Aviation aircraft, the DOT recently issued SAFO 20016 focused on operators that have installed a center console manufactured by Saircorp. These consoles are fitted between the front seats of Cessna aircraft models 172, 177, 182, 185, 205, 206, 210, 310, 320, 337 and 340, as well as other manufacturers’ aircraft. Of critical importance is that these consoles may not be securely fastened inside the cabin.
DOT Issues Safety Warning on Saircorp Consoles Used in GA Aircraft
Key Takeaways:
- The DOT issued SAFO 20016 concerning Saircorp center consoles installed in various Textron Aviation (Cessna) aircraft due to multiple safety hazards.
- These consoles may not be securely fastened, posing a risk of shifting during flight and causing items stored within them (like fire extinguishers or oxygen bottles) to become unsecured projectiles.
- The consoles can also obscure or interfere with critical flight controls, including the fuel selector, throttle, and trim control.
- Operators are advised to ensure consoles are secure, minimize unsecured items within them, and secure heavier items to approved aircraft attaching points.
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