EASA AD CF-2020-06R1
Standard Practices/Structures — Introduction of Barrel Nut Inspections
The Standard Practices/Structures — Introduction of Barrel Nut Inspections is a Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-06R1 issued by Transport Canada affecting all serial numbers of De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-100, DHC-8-200, DHC-8-300, and DHC-8-400 series aeroplanes. This directive mandates inspections of barrel nuts installed at multiple structural locations on these aircraft to detect and address cracking caused by corrosion. The inspections aim to maintain structural integrity and prevent potential loss of control of the aeroplane.
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-100De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-200De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-300De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-400