Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-07-09 · Effective 2004-08-13 · 69 FR 41421
Document
Document number
04-15511
Federal Register citation
69 FR 41421
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440)
Publication date
2004-07-09
Effective date
2004-08-13
FAA docket
Docket No. 2003-NM-149-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes, that requires repetitive detailed and eddy current inspections on the main fittings of the main landing gears (MLG) to detect discrepancies, and related investigative/corrective actions if necessary. This action also requires servicing the shock strut of the MLGs; inspecting the shock strut of the MLGs for nitrogen pressure, visible chrome dimension, and oil leakage; and servicing any discrepant strut. This action is necessary to detect and correct premature cracking of the main fittings of the MLGs, which could result in failure of the fittings and consequent collapse of the MLGs during landing. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.