If being placarded is the minimum, I won't not purchase the plane. But, what other "minimums" have occurred? Or, less than "minimum".
Remember, the two aircraft that crashed were not properly maintained and did not meet type design.
I personally inspect rudder operation and travel, (as well as all other control surfaces), each preflight. Don't you?_
If your aircraft is properly maintained. Inspected each preflight by yourself. Annually by your mechanic. Determined to be safe. And now per this AD, a placard is also added. How does the term "minimum" apply?
Bill
Grants Pass, Oregon