AD 2011-02-03

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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes

AD Number
2011-02-03
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2008-0295
FR Citation
76 FR 1979

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing Company Model 757 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracked or broken aluminum springs in the spin brake assemblies in the nose wheel well could separate from the airplane, resulting in potential hazard to persons or property on the ground, or ingestion into the engine with engine damage and potential shutdown, or damage to the airplane.

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Required Actions

Inspect the two spring arms in the spin brake assemblies in the nose wheel well to determine if the spring arms are made of aluminum or composite material. Perform repetitive related investigative/corrective actions if necessary. Revise the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) as specified.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months of the effective date of the AD.

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Affected Aircraft

The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes.

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