# Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 Series Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2002-08-16 · Effective 2002-09-20 · 67 FR 53471
## Document
- **Document number:** 02-20510
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Boeing Model 777 Series
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 67 FR 53471
- **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.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2002/08/16/02-20510/airworthiness-directives-boeing-model-777-series-airplanes)
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