Landing Gear — Nose and Main Landing Gear Actuators — Replacement
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2022-0158
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What to do
Operators of affected Pilatus PC-12/47E aeroplanes must replace all affected main and nose landing gear actuators within specified compliance times based on corrosion environment and aircraft serial number, ranging from 3 months to 600 flight hours after the effective date. Additionally, no affected parts may be installed on any aeroplane from the effective date of the AD. Maintenance should follow Pilatus Service Bulletin 32-030 Revision 2 for replacement instructions.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0245 is an airworthiness directive addressing Pilatus PC-12/47E aeroplanes, specifically those with manufacturer serial numbers 1300, 1451, and subsequent. It mandates the replacement of certain main and nose landing gear electro-mechanical actuators identified by specific part numbers due to corrosion issues. The directive ensures continued safe operation by requiring affected parts to be replaced with serviceable ones.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0245 supersedes the previous AD 2022-0158 and expands the applicability to additional aeroplanes beyond those initially identified. It retains the original replacement requirements but extends compliance times for newly included aircraft. The directive also prohibits installation of affected parts on any PC-12/47E aeroplane from the effective date onward.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it addresses a corrosion-related unsafe condition that could lead to failure of landing gear actuator attachment lugs, potentially causing unintended landing gear extension or loss of gear functionality. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to prevent structural damage and ensure occupant safety. Compliance teams need to track affected serial numbers and part numbers to maintain airworthiness and regulatory adherence.
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