AD 2018-05-05

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Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

AD Number
2018-05-05
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2017-0909
FR Citation
83 FR 9683

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Dassault Aviation Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Loose screws on certain slat mechanical stop assemblies, and punctures in certain fuel caps, could lead to structural damage to the wing front spar, and consequent fuel leakage, possibly resulting in an uncontrolled fire.

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Required Actions

A one-time general visual inspection of the slat tracks #6, #7 and #8 to verify the tightening torque of the screw and proper lock washer installation, and, depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s), including replacement if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900, FALCON 900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON 2000EX airplanes.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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