AD 2000-21-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | British | Aerospace BAe Model ATP | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace BAe Model ATP Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Wear in the threads of the pin and nut of the bolt assembly at the apex joint of the torque links of the main landing gear (MLG), caused by lateral oscillatory loading and normal movement, can result in loss of the nut and separation of the joint, leading to separation of the top and bottom torque links and consequent loss of directional control of the MLG.
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Required Actions
Repetitive inspections must be conducted to detect damage of the torque link apex joint of the left-and right-hand main landing gear (MLG). Nuts, pins, and bolts must be replaced with new parts if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
All British Aerospace BAe Model ATP airplanes, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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