AD 2014-06-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Socata | TBM 700 | Airworthiness Directives; SOCATA Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; SOCATA Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Landing gear actuator rod and piston becoming unscrewed during operation and the landing gear actuator ball joint becoming uncrimped.
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Required Actions
Perform a detailed visual inspection (DVI) of the pistons and rods of the nose landing gear (NLG) and left hand (LH) and right hand (RH) main landing gear (MLG) actuators, and measure the distance following the Accomplishment Instructions in DAHER-SOCATA Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70-197. Perform a DVI of the ball joint centering of the NLG and LH and RH MLG actuators and measure the ball joint mismatch following the Accomplishment Instructions in DAHER-SOCATA Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70-206. If any discrepancy is found, replace the affected actuator or rod end assembly before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 8 months after May 2, 2014
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Affected Aircraft
SOCATA TBM 700 airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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