AD 2004-12-12

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Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2004-12-12
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2003-NM-79-AD
FR Citation
69 FR 33557

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Embraer EMB-120 Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Excessive gaps in the anti-skid drive coupling clips for the hubcaps of the main landing gear (MLG), which could result in momentary loss of the normal braking system at low speeds, and reduced controllability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Within 400 flight hours or 6 months after the effective date, perform a general visual inspection for cracks or damage/distortion of the anti-skid drive coupling clips, measure the 'G' (gap) and 'H' (height) dimensions, and take applicable corrective actions. Replace any coupling clips not previously replaced with new, improved parts within 800 flight hours or 12 months after the effective date. Repeat inspections and measurements at every wheel or wheel speed transducer change.

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Compliance Time

Within 400 flight hours or 6 months after the effective date for initial inspection and measurements; within 800 flight hours or 12 months after the effective date for replacement of coupling clips.

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Affected Aircraft

EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes with serial numbers 120003, 120004, and 120006 through 120359, certificated in any category.

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