AD 97-01-02

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 525 Airplanes

AD Number
97-01-02
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
96-CE-59-AD
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Cessna Aircraft Company 525 Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 525 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Loss of dry-film lubricant on the main landing gear (MLG) trunnion bearings causes roll pin failure, leading to MLG collapse.

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Required Actions

Inspect MLG trunnion pins for proper installation within 25 hours time-in-service after the effective date, and every 25 hours thereafter. Replace dry-film lubricated bearings with sealed and self-lubricating bearings either immediately if improper installation is found or within 75 hours TIS if not already replaced.

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Compliance Time

Within the next 25 hours time-in-service after the effective date, and thereafter within 25 hours TIS after the initial inspection. Replacement required within 75 hours TIS after the effective date if not already accomplished.

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Affected Aircraft

Cessna Model 525 airplanes (serial numbers 525-0001 through 525-0153), certificated in any category.

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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

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