CESSNA 402C — Maintenance Manual

This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) provides important information for owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of Cessna Model 402C airplanes. It highlights caution statements that will be added to the aircraft maintenance manual regarding the correct assembly of the main landing gear (MLG) torque links. The bulletin addresses a safety concern following an incident where a Cessna 402C veered off the runway due to the detachment of the right MLG torque links. The bulletin emphasizes the importance of proper washer configuration during assembly to prevent similar occurrences. The revised caution notes are expected to be included in the maintenance manual in the third quarter of 2011.

• Cessna Model 402C is the focus of this SAIB.
• Caution notes regarding washer placement will be added to the maintenance manual.
• Incorrect assembly of torque link hardware can lead to loss of control during landing.
• The revision of the maintenance manual is expected in Q3 of 2011.
• Operators should tag washers during removal to ensure proper reinstallation.