AD 2003-19-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Dornier | Model 328-100 and -300 Series | Airworthiness Directives; Dornier Model 328-100 and -300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the nose landing gear (NLG) or main landing gear (MLG) due to corroded or missing bolts, which could cause loss of connection pins and consequent collapse of the landing gear during ground maneuvers or upon landing.
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Required Actions
Perform a one-time general visual inspection of the NLG and MLG to ensure bolts are in place. If any bolt is missing or not in position, replace it with a bolt having the same part number. Within 400 flight hours or 6 months after the initial inspection, remove and inspect the bolts for corrosion. Repeat inspections at intervals not exceeding 4,000 flight hours or 24 months. Apply corrosion prevention compound as necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 6 days after the effective date of the AD or within 4,000 total flight hours, whichever occurs first, for the initial inspection. Subsequent inspections must be completed within 400 flight hours or 6 months after the initial inspection.
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Affected Aircraft
Dornier Model 328-100 series airplanes with serial numbers 3005 through 3119, and Model 328-300 series airplanes with serial numbers 3105 through 3200, certificated in any category.
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