AD 2009-11-13

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Airworthiness Directives; Learjet Model 45 Airplanes

AD Number
2009-11-13
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2009-0498
FR Citation
74 FR 26288

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Learjet 45 Airworthiness Directives; Learjet Model 45 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing found on hydraulic tubing in the left-hand engine, specifically on the case drain tube from the hydraulic pump case, hydraulic pressure tube, and hydraulic supply tube on the oil reservoir, could lead to hydraulic tube failure and uncontrolled loss of flammable fluid within the engine cowling, resulting in a fire in the engine nacelle and loss of control of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Repetitive inspections for chafing and other damage of the case drain tube from the hydraulic pump case installed on the left-hand engine, with corrective action if necessary. Repetitive inspections for discrepancies of the left engine's nacelle tubing and evidence of fluid leakage within the left engine accessory compartment, with corrective actions if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of the AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Learjet Model 45 airplanes, as specified in the AD, with certain serial numbers and configurations.

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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

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