airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2021-11-16 · Effective 2021-12-21 · 86 FR 63308
Document
Document number
2021-25011
Federal Register citation
86 FR 63308
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Diamond
Publication date
2021-11-16
Effective date
2021-12-21
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2021-0602
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Model DA 42, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG airplanes. This AD was prompted by mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI identifies the unsafe condition as failure of the nose landing gear (NLG) actuator attachment lever and detachment from the NLG leg. This AD requires repetitively inspecting the NLG actuator attachment lever for cracks and damage and taking any necessary corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.