EASA AD CF-2020-34
Flight Controls — Rudder Actuator Bracket — Cracked or Missing Nuts
Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-34 addresses a safety issue affecting De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8 series aeroplanes, including models DHC-8-102 through DHC-8-315 and DHC-8-400 series. The directive mandates inspection of the rudder actuator bracket mounting nuts for cracks or missing nuts that could compromise the rudder control system. This AD aims to ensure continued safe flight operations by preventing potential loss of directional control.
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-102De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-103De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-106De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-201De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-202De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-203De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-301De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-311De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-315De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-400