Cessna 402C — Incorrect Assembly of MLG Torque Link Centre Pivot Attachment
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What to do
Operators and maintenance personnel should follow the caution statements provided in SAIB CE-10-48 as a supplement to existing maintenance manuals until the official revision is released. They must ensure washers P/N 5045018-2 are tagged during removal and correctly installed under the bolt head and nut during reassembly. The revised maintenance manual with these caution notes is expected in the third quarter of 2011.
Summary
The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-10-48 addresses the incorrect assembly of the main landing gear (MLG) torque link center pivot attachment on Cessna Model 402C airplanes. It informs operators and maintenance personnel about new caution statements to be added to the Cessna 402C Maintenance Manual regarding the proper handling and installation of washer part number 5045018-2. This bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action.
What changed
The bulletin introduces caution notes to the Cessna 402C Maintenance Manual emphasizing the importance of tagging washers P/N 5045018-2 during removal and ensuring their correct placement under the bolt head and nut during reassembly of the MLG torque link center pivot. These changes aim to prevent incorrect assembly that could lead to torque link detachment.
Why it matters
Proper assembly of the MLG torque link center pivot is critical for safe landing gear operation and aircraft controllability during landing. Incorrect washer installation can cause torque link detachment, leading to loss of directional control and runway excursions. This information helps maintenance and operations personnel avoid such safety risks and maintain aircraft airworthiness.
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