EASA AD 2026-0012 — Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Torque Link — Replacement
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0012 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of main landing gear torque links on Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50, Falcon 2000, and Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes. It applies to specific part numbers of left-hand and right-hand upper and lower torque link assemblies identified by serial numbers. The directive mandates replacement of affected main landing gear components to ensure continued airworthiness.
What Changed
This new directive introduces a requirement to replace affected main landing gear torque link assemblies that may have experienced high temperature oxidation during manufacturing, which reduces their life limit. It establishes a maximum of 7,100 flight cycles for affected parts and prohibits operation beyond this limit without replacement. The directive also sets conditions for installation of affected parts, allowing only serviceable parts as defined.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because failure to comply could lead to main landing gear failure, posing safety risks including potential damage to the aircraft and injury to occupants. Operators and maintenance organizations must track affected parts and ensure timely replacement to maintain regulatory compliance and aircraft safety. It also impacts inventory management by restricting installation of non-serviceable parts.
What To Do
Operators of Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50, Falcon 2000, and Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes must replace any affected main landing gear torque link assemblies before they exceed 7,100 flight cycles since first installation. From 2 February 2026, only serviceable affected parts may be installed, and any installation of such parts requires subsequent replacement within the specified flight cycle limit. Compliance must be achieved by the effective date of 2 February 2026.