AD 97-06-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Alpha Aviation Concept Limited | R2160 | Airworthiness Directives; Avions Pierre Robin Model R2160 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the weld area between the strut and the lower plate of the nose landing gear leg could result in nose landing gear failure, leading to loss of control during landing operations.
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Required Actions
Inspect the weld area between the strut and the lower plate of the nose landing gear leg using dye penetrant methods per Avions Pierre Robin SB No. 101, Revision 3. Replace the strut with a new or serviceable one if any crack is found before further flight. Re-inspections are required at intervals based on the lower plate width: 500 hours TIS if 84 mm, or 100 hours TIS if less than 84 mm.
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Compliance Time
Initially within the next 100 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, and thereafter as follows: at intervals not to exceed 500 hours TIS if the lower plate width is 84 mm, or at intervals not to exceed 100 hours TIS if less than 84 mm.
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Affected Aircraft
Avions Pierre Robin Model R2160 airplanes (all serial numbers), certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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