AD 2011-24-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bombardier | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Wear of the door release lever bushing causes increased lateral movement of the release cable system, leading to turnbuckle fouling against the nacelle frame. This could result in failure of the alternate release system, preventing landing gear extension in case of normal system failure.
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Required Actions
Within 30 days after the effective date, revise the maintenance program to incorporate a new task to prevent excessive free-play of the turnbuckle and cable within the alternate release system.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-400, -401, and -402 airplanes, certificated in any category, having serial numbers 4001 and subsequent.
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