AD 96-17-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | British Aerospace Regional Aircraft | H.P. 137 Jetstream Mk. 1 | Airworthiness Directives; Jetstream Aircraft Limited HP137 Mk1, Jetstream Series 200, and Jetstream Models 3101 and 3201 Airplanes |
| aircraft | British Aerospace Regional Aircraft | Jetstream 3201 | Airworthiness Directives; Jetstream Aircraft Limited HP137 Mk1, Jetstream Series 200, and Jetstream Models 3101 and 3201 Airplanes |
| aircraft | British Aerospace Regional Aircraft | Jetstream Series 200 | Airworthiness Directives; Jetstream Aircraft Limited HP137 Mk1, Jetstream Series 200, and Jetstream Models 3101 and 3201 Airplanes |
| aircraft | British Aerospace Regional Aircraft | Jetstream Series 3101 | Airworthiness Directives; Jetstream Aircraft Limited HP137 Mk1, Jetstream Series 200, and Jetstream Models 3101 and 3201 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the nose landing gear (NLG) caused by cracked or loose securing bolts, which could lead to NLG collapse and damage to the airplane.
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Required Actions
Replace two of the NLG top cap assembly securing bolts, check the other two bolts for correct length, and replace the NLG top cap assembly with an improved design (Amendment JA 901040) as terminating action for repetitive inspections. Actions must be accomplished in accordance with Jetstream Service Bulletin 32-JA 901040, Revision No. 3, dated August 9, 1995, and AP Precision Hydraulics Ltd SB 32-41.
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Compliance Time
Required as indicated in the body of this AD, unless already accomplished.
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Affected Aircraft
Jetstream Aircraft Limited HP137 Mk1 (all serial numbers), Jetstream Series 200 (all serial numbers), Jetstream Model 3101 (all serial numbers), and Jetstream Model 3201 (serial numbers 790 through 854).
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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