AD 2004-20-03

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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-101, -102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 Airplanes

AD Number
2004-20-03
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2002-NM-126-AD
FR Citation
69 FR 58043

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Bombardier DHC-8-101 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-101, -102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Reduced aerodynamic smoothness of the wing leading edge de-icer boots and possible reduced stall margin, which could result in a significant increase in stall speeds, leading to a possible stall prior to activation of the stall warning.

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Required Actions

Inspect the wing leading edge de-icer boots to determine if they comply with certain patch limits in the critical zone; take corrective action if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 24 months of the effective date.

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Affected Aircraft

Bombardier Model DHC-8-101, -102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 airplanes.

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