AD 2016-08-19
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Mitsubishi | Heavy Industries | Airworthiness Directives; Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Reports of cracks found in the attach fittings of the main landing gear oleo strut, resulting from improper lubrication and/or hard landings.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect the lugs of the oleo attach fittings on both sides for cracks. If any visible cracks are found, replace with a new fitting. Perform repetitive ultrasound inspections of the main landing gear oleo upper attach fittings for cracks and ensure proper lubrication of the main landing gear oleo fitting.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Models MU-2B-30, MU-2B-35, MU-2B-36, MU-2B-36A, and MU-2B-60 airplanes.
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