EASA AD CF-2018-30
Stabilizers - Elevator - Spring Tab - Mass Balance Hinge Arm Fracture
The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-30 addresses a safety issue on Bombardier Inc. DHC-8 series aeroplanes, models -102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, -314, and -315, serial numbers 003 through 672. It mandates inspection and corrective actions related to the elevator spring tab mass balance hinge arm to prevent fractures that could lead to loss of the spring tab balance weight. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety by addressing potential flutter risks.
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8Bombardier DHC-8-102Bombardier DHC-8-103Bombardier DHC-8-106Bombardier DHC-8-201Bombardier DHC-8-202Bombardier DHC-8-301Bombardier DHC-8-311Bombardier DHC-8-314Bombardier DHC-8-315