EASA SIB 2008-25: WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE | RegNotify

Safety Information BulletinEASA SIB 2008-25

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

Published: Apr 1, 2008

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What to do

Operators and maintenance organizations should review their inventories and aircraft to identify any MLG truck beams listed in the FAA UPN No. 2008-S20080110024. They should ensure that no improperly maintained parts are installed or returned to service. For further information, stakeholders are advised to contact the EASA Airworthiness Directives, Safety Management and Research Section.

Summary

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-25 is an informational notice regarding Main Landing Gear (MLG) truck beams that have been improperly maintained and returned to service. It specifically affects Boeing 707, 747, 757, and 767 aircraft equipped with the identified MLG truck beams. The notice references the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-S20080110024, which details the investigation findings.

What changed

This notice communicates the findings of the FAA investigation into improperly maintained MLG truck beams and transfers the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification to the EASA supervisory webpage. It does not introduce new regulatory requirements but serves to inform stakeholders of the issue and the affected parts and aircraft.

Why it matters

This information is critical for aviation professionals, including operators and maintenance organizations, to ensure that MLG truck beams installed on affected Boeing aircraft comply with maintenance regulations. Using improperly maintained parts can compromise aircraft safety and regulatory compliance, making awareness and verification essential.

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