Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777-200 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 1998-01-23 · Effective 1998-02-09 · 63 FR 3458
Document
Document number
98-1543
Federal Register citation
63 FR 3458
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule; request for comments.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Boeing Model 777-200 Series
Publication date
1998-01-23
Effective date
1998-02-09
FAA docket
Docket No. 97-NM-335-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Boeing Model 777-200 series airplanes. This action requires repetitive visual inspections to determine the presence and condition of the nut and cotter pin of the lock link mechanism on the side struts and drag struts on the main landing gear (MLG); and corrective action, if necessary. This amendment is prompted by reports of missing or damaged components on the lock link mechanism. The actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent failure of the lock link mechanism to lock the MLG in the down position, and consequent collapse of the MLG during ground operation.