Shimmy, Shimmy Shake

Editorial Staff

Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 01:45 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Shimmy dampener failures are a recurring issue across various aircraft types, including Cessna, Pilatus, and Piper models.
These failures lead to significant operational disruptions, such as severe nosewheel shimmy or vibration, nosewheel jamming, and issues with landing gear retraction.
Consequences range from aborted takeoffs and unexpected repairs to emergency landings caused by an unlocked nose-down configuration or incomplete gear retraction.
Corrective actions typically involve replacing the faulty dampener, often with upgraded components, and addressing underlying issues like missing or incorrectly installed parts.

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Cessna 208A Cargomaster

Failed Shimmy Dampener

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