AD 2005-20-37
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Embraer | EMB-135 | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ, -135ER, -135KE, -135KL, -135LR, -145, -145ER, -145MR, -145LR, -145XR, -145MP, and -145EP Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
A fractured axle of the trailing arm of the main landing gear (MLG) due to corrosion of the axle, which could lead to a broken trailing arm and consequent failure of the MLG, potentially causing loss of control and damage to the airplane during takeoff or landing.
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Required Actions
Inspect the main landing gear (MLG) to determine if cardan assembly part number 2309-2041-003 is installed. If installed, perform a detailed inspection for surface bruising of the MLG trailing arms and integrity of the MLG pivot axle sealant, repeating the inspection at intervals not to exceed 5,500 flight hours or 24 months, whichever occurs first, until corrective actions are taken.
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Compliance Time
Within 600 flight hours or 180 days after the effective date of the AD, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
All EMBRAER Model EMB-135BJ, -135ER, -135KE, -135KL, -135LR, -145, -145ER, -145MR, -145LR, -145XR, -145MP, and -145EP airplanes, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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