AD 81-07-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | CL-44D4 | Airworthiness Directives; CANADAIR Models CL-44D4 and CL44J Aircraft |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | CL-44J | Airworthiness Directives; CANADAIR Models CL-44D4 and CL44J Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the nose landing gear crossbeam due to cracks and corrosion.
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Required Actions
Conduct inspections for cracks and corrosion using dye penetrant and a 10-power glass, and eddy current procedure as specified in Canadair SIC No. 431-CL44. Replace or repair a cracked crossbeam prior to further flight with approved parts. Remove and reprotect corrosion, and adjust inspection intervals with FAA approval.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 30 days after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished within the last 60 days. Subsequent inspections at intervals not to exceed 65 hours in service or 30 days, 650 hours or 90 days, or 1300 hours or 180 days, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Bombardier Inc. Models CL-44D4 and CL-44J aircraft with nose landing gear crossbeam P/N 44-85082 or P/N 44-85082-2.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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