AD 2013-04-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Reims Aviation S.A. Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Improper material used in nose landing gear (NLG) attachment brackets, Part Number 6013119-1, could lead to failure of the NLG bracket with consequent damage to the airplane while landing.
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Required Actions
Inspect the NLG attachment brackets, P/N 6013119-1, to verify if they are made of steel and not aluminum alloy. If an aluminum alloy bracket is found, replace it with an airworthy steel NLG attachment bracket before further flight. Do not install any NLG attachment bracket P/N 6013119-1 unless it is made of steel.
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Compliance Time
Within 25 hours time-in-service (TIS) after March 28, 2013, or within the next 30 days after March 28, 2013, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Reims Aviation S.A. Model F406 airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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