AD 92-02-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-200 | Airworthiness Directives; AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42-200, -300, -320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-300 | Airworthiness Directives; AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42-200, -300, -320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-320 | Airworthiness Directives; AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42-200, -300, -320 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Corrosion of the main landing gear (MLG) wheel axles at the jacking dome hole level could lead to loss of the wheel assembly.
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Required Actions
Perform a boroscope inspection for axle corrosion per Service Bulletin ATR42-32-0038. Repeat inspections at intervals not exceeding 3,200 landings if no corrosion found. If corrosion is found, conduct an eddy current inspection for cracks and replace the swinger lever assembly as required.
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Compliance Time
Within 30, 90, 120 days after March 2, 1992, or prior to 6,000 landings, depending on axle landings as of the effective date. Subsequent inspections must be within 3,200 landings. Crack inspections and replacements must be prior to further flight if corrosion or cracks are found.
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Affected Aircraft
AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42-200, -300, -320 series airplanes certificated in any category.
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