Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear Barrel – Inspection
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What to do
Operators of DAHER TBM 700 aeroplanes with affected main landing gear barrels must perform a one-time inspection within 3 months after 2026-11-18 or within 12 months or 200 landings since the last annual inspection, whichever is later. If cracks are found, the affected parts must be replaced before the next flight. Only serviceable parts may be installed from the effective date onward.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0212 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of main landing gear barrels on DAHER Aircraft TBM 700 aeroplanes. It targets specific main landing gear barrels with certain serial numbers installed on these aircraft to detect potential cracks due to a manufacturing non-conformity. The directive mandates a one-time inspection and, if necessary, replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.
What changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces a mandatory one-time inspection of main landing gear barrels identified by serial numbers on TBM 700 aeroplanes. It requires operators to inspect these parts within specified compliance times and replace any barrels found with cracks. The directive also clarifies installation rules for affected parts going forward.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because undetected cracks in the main landing gear barrels could lead to gear collapse during take-off or landing, compromising aircraft structural integrity and safety. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to prevent potential accidents and ensure regulatory compliance. It also affects parts management and maintenance planning for TBM 700 fleets.
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