AD 72-04-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bendix | Wheel Assemblies | Airworthiness Directives; BENDIX: Applies to P/N 2601901 (Inboard Wheel Halves Prior to Serial Number B5312 (Production) and Serial Number H204 (Service)) and to P/N 2603561 (Inboard Wheel Halves Prior to Serial Number B1996 (Production) and Serial Number H78 (Service)) Wheel Assemblies (TSO C26B) |
Unsafe Condition
Wheel failure due to cracks in the hubs of inboard wheel halves, specifically in the area near the radius in the hub I.D. behind the inboard bearing cup.
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Required Actions
Inspect the wheel assemblies using dye penetrant or FAA-approved equivalent (e.g., eddy current per Bendix Service Information Letter No. 319) at the next tire change and every other tire change until five additional inspections are completed. If cracks are found, replace defective parts with airworthy parts before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Required as indicated, unless already accomplished.
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Affected Aircraft
Bendix Wheel Assemblies with P/N 2601901 (inboard wheel halves prior to Serial Number B5312 (Production) and H204 (Service)) and P/N 2603561 (prior to Serial Number B1996 (Production) and H78 (Service)).
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