AD 2007-22-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bombardier | DHC-8-400 | Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-400 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the retract actuator during gear extension, caused by internal corrosion of the threads at the rod end of the retract actuator, allowing the gear to fall unrestricted with sufficient force to break the over-center drag strut.
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Required Actions
Inspect the main landing gear (MLG) system for discrepancies, inspect the jam nut of the retract actuator to ensure the wire lock is in place and the nut is secured, inspect the retract actuator for any signs of corrosion or wear, and perform applicable related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. Submit inspection results to Bombardier.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Bombardier Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes.
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