AD 2018-11-09

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes

AD Number
2018-11-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2017-1246
FR Citation
83 FR 25882

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Bombardier Various Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Deformed RTL limiter arm assembly lug(s) can lead to failure of the RTL limiter arm assembly lug(s), which in combination with failure of the RTL, could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Inspect the RTL return springs for signs of chafing, inspect the casing of the primary actuator for signs of chafing or missing paint, replace the RTL return springs, inspect the lugs of the RTL limiter arm assembly for cracks, and modify or replace the RTL limiter arm assembly, as applicable, and applicable corrective actions.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Bombardier, Inc., Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701, & 702), Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705), and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes.

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