AD 2017-07-06

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Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Airplanes

AD Number
2017-07-06
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-9385
FR Citation
82 FR 17112

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Incorrect rudder assemblies were installed on certain airplanes, which could result in flutter and subsequent loss of the rudder, and consequent loss of control of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Inspect the rudder assembly to determine the part number, verify that the part number matches the maintenance records, inspect the rudder hinges if necessary, and replace or modify the rudder assembly if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

All Gulfstream Model G-1159B airplanes, certificated in any category.

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