AD 2011-20-04

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Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Gulfstream 200 Airplanes

AD Number
2011-20-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2011-0646
FR Citation
76 FR 61036

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Gulfstream 200 Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Gulfstream 200 Airplanes
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Gulfstream 200 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracked nuts (P/N MS-21042L3) in multiple locations, including aileron fittings, rudder tab assembly, and mounting structure for power drive units, could result in failure of affected locations and consequent reduced controllability or reduced structural capability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Replace nuts having part number (P/N) MS21042L3 in the applicable areas. For airplanes with serial numbers 224 through 231 inclusive, also perform a radiographic inspection for cracking of nuts at a specified location and replace any cracked nuts before further flight.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Gulfstream 200 airplanes, serial numbers 219 through 231 inclusive.

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