AD 96-23-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-102 | Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Model DHC-8-100 and -300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-103 | Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Model DHC-8-100 and -300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-301 | Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Model DHC-8-100 and -300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bombardier Inc. | DHC-8-311 | Airworthiness Directives; de Havilland Model DHC-8-100 and -300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the upper drag strut trunnion fittings of the nose landing gear (NLG), which could lead to collapse of the NLG.
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Required Actions
Conduct a visual inspection of both upper drag strut trunnion fittings of the NLG to detect cracks and inspect fitting attachment bolts for tightness within 500 landings after May 27, 1993. Repeat inspections every 1,000 landings until Modification 8/2139 is installed. Replace fittings or fasteners if cracks or looseness are found. Install Modification 8/2139 within 6 months after December 27, 1996, to terminate inspections.
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Compliance Time
Within 500 landings after May 27, 1993 (for inspections) and within 6 months after December 27, 1996 (for modification installation).
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Affected Aircraft
de Havilland Model DHC-8-102, -103, -301, -311, and -314 series airplanes with serial numbers 003 through 395 inclusive, excluding serial numbers 011, 362, and 391, where Modification 8/2139 has not been accomplished.
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