Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2002-08-16 · Effective 2002-09-20 · 67 FR 53471
Document
Document number
02-20510
Federal Register citation
67 FR 53471
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Boeing Model 777 Series
Publication date
2002-08-16
Effective date
2002-09-20
FAA docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-333-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Boeing Model 777 series airplanes, that requires inspection of certain aft axle pivot pins of the main landing gear (MLG) for heat damage and either reworking of damaged pins or replacement of damaged pins with new or serviceable pins. This action is necessary to prevent breakage of the aft axle pivot pin of the MLG, which could overload the center axle, causing the tires to blow out upon landing, and could disengage the aft axle so that it jams the gear in the wheel well, preventing proper extension of the MLG. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.