AD 2000-07-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Embraer | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica, S.A. (EMBRAER), Model EMB-145 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the nose landing gear (NLG) to extend and lock down properly, which could result in damage to the airplane structure and reduced controllability upon landing.
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Required Actions
Perform an emergency extension (free-fall) functional test of the NLG within 50 flight hours after July 9, 1998, and repeat at intervals not exceeding every 'A' check or 400 flight cycles. Lubricate all NLG hinge points as specified. Replace the NLG door solenoid valve, LG safety pins holder, and NLG maneuvering actuator with improved parts within 2,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after July 9, 1998, for initial functional tests; within 2,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD for terminating modifications.
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Affected Aircraft
All Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica, S.A. (EMBRAER), Model EMB-145 series airplanes, serial numbers 145004 through 145103 inclusive, 145105, and 145106; certificated in any category.
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