AD 2011-08-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bombardier | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loose or detached main landing gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate retainer bolt could result in torque link apex pin disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main landing gear components, and subsequent main landing gear collapse.
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Required Actions
Inspect the main landing gear shock strut assemblies to determine if specific part numbers and serial numbers are installed. Perform a one-time detailed inspection of the torque link apex joint and take all applicable corrective actions. Replace or rework the apex nut as specified.
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Compliance Time
Within 900 flight hours after the effective date for initial inspection and detailed inspection; within 4,500 flight hours after the effective date for apex nut replacement or rework.
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Affected Aircraft
Bombardier Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes, serial numbers 10003 and subsequent; Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, serial numbers 15001 and subsequent.
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