Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
The servo valve within the left green aileron servo was incorrectly adjusted during manufacture. |
|---|---|
| Issue number | AO-2009-021-SI-01 |
| Issue owner | Component manufacturer |
| Transport function | Aviation: Other |
| Date issue released | 24/08/2010 |
| Issue status justification |
The manufacturer improved its quality control process. |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
|---|---|
| Action number | AO-2009-021-NSA-036 |
| Organisation | Goodrich |
| Action date | 24/08/2010 |
| Action description | Action taken by the servo valve manufacturer The manufacturer has introduced a semi-automated setting of the bias, which replaced the previous manual setting. This will prevent the incorrect adjustment of the bias during the assembly of the servo valve. ATSB assessment of response/action The ATSB is satisfied that the action taken by the servo valve manufacturer adequately addresses the safety issue. |
| Action status | Closed |