AD 96-23-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | Jetstream Model 4101 | Airworthiness Directives; Jetstream Model 4101 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the retaining bolts that secure the uplock attachment plate to the cylinder of the shock absorber strut on left and right main landing gear leg assemblies due to incorrect heat-treatment during manufacture, leading to structural damage to the main landing gear.
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Required Actions
Perform a one-time check of the serial numbers on the left and right main landing gear leg assemblies to identify discrepant units. Replace discrepant retaining bolts with correctly heat-treated bolts, following Jetstream Service Bulletin J41-32-054.
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Compliance Time
Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Jetstream Model 4101 airplanes with constructor numbers 41081 through 41086 inclusive.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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