AD 85-22-08 R2

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Gates Learjet Model 55 Series Airplanes

AD Number
85-22-08 R2
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Learjet Inc. 55 Airworthiness Directives; Gates Learjet Model 55 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Use of incorrect landing distances due to delayed spoiler extension times and inoperative spoilerons could lead to insufficient landing distance calculations, increasing the risk of runway overrun.

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Required Actions

Insert specified information into the FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual within 10 hours time-in-service after the effective date. Replace specific paragraphs and notes regarding spoiler operation, landing distance multipliers, and altitude limitations. Remove thrust reverser modifications within 30 days if applicable.

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Compliance Time

within the next 10 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD

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Affected Aircraft

Gates Learjet Model 55 airplanes, serial numbers 55-003 through 55-086, except those with Service Bulletin 55-27-7A, Airplane Modification Kit 55-84-7B, or Airplane Accessory Kit 55-83-4.

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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

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