AD 2005-09-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | Various | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the main landing gear (MLG) shock strut pistons, which could result in failure of the pistons and consequent damage to the airplane structure or injury to airplane occupants.
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Required Actions
Inspect MLG shock strut pistons for cracking. Replace cracked pistons with new or serviceable parts. Replace all MLG shock strut pistons with new improved parts to terminate repetitive inspections.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 airplanes.
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