AD 2005-05-04

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Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR 42-200, -300, and -320 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2005-05-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2004-19562
FR Citation
70 FR 10035

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Aerospatiale Model ATR 42-200, -300, and -320 Series Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR 42-200, -300, and -320 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Fracture of the main landing gear (MLG) swinging lever, which could result in collapse of the swinging lever and reduced structural integrity and possible collapse of the MLG during operations on the ground.

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Required Actions

Inspect to determine the part number (P/N) and serial number (S/N) of the swinging lever of the MLG. If the P/N is D56771 and the S/N is from 115 to 151 inclusive, remove and replace the swinging lever with a new or serviceable lever within 90 days after the effective date.

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Compliance Time

Within 30 days for inspection, and within 90 days for replacement if necessary.

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Affected Aircraft

All Aerospatiale Model ATR 42-200, -300, and -320 series airplanes, certificated in any category.

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