AD 2013-19-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Diamond | Aircraft Industries GmbH | Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Insufficient clearance between the rod end safety washer and the nose landing gear attachment lever causes the rod end to bend at each gear retraction sequence.
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Required Actions
Inspect the nose landing gear (NLG) actuator to identify the part number (P/N) and serial number (S/N). If an affected unit is installed, modify the actuator as specified.
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Compliance Time
Within 100 hours time-in-service or 6 calendar months after October 31, 2013, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Models DA 42, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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