AD 60-09-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Univair Aircraft Corporation | 415-C | Airworthiness Directives; Forney Model Erco 415 Series and Aircoupe F-1 Aircraft |
| aircraft | Univair Aircraft Corporation | 415-CD | Airworthiness Directives; Forney Model Erco 415 Series and Aircoupe F-1 Aircraft |
| aircraft | Univair Aircraft Corporation | 415-D | Airworthiness Directives; Forney Model Erco 415 Series and Aircoupe F-1 Aircraft |
| aircraft | Univair Aircraft Corporation | F-1 | Airworthiness Directives; Forney Model Erco 415 Series and Aircoupe F-1 Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Bolts used to attach the forged aluminum scissors to the electrol nose gear were found to be brittle, which could cause failure and the nose wheel turning crosswise during landing.
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Required Actions
Replace bolts P/N 415-34330 with AN 5-26 bolts, AN 960 washers (two per bolt), and AN 310-5 nuts. Ensure the tightened nut does not cause binding.
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Compliance Time
not later than July 1, 1960
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Affected Aircraft
Forney Model Erco 415 Series and Aircoupe F-1 Aircraft, serial numbers 1 through 5678 incorporating Electrol Hose Gear with Aluminum Scissors.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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