Rod Ends

Editorial Staff

Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 09:19 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Multiple incidents across various aircraft types demonstrate recurring failures of rod ends in critical systems like landing gear, steering, and prop control.
These failures lead to significant operational issues, including landing gear collapse, loss of control during takeoff, and unresponsive controls.
Causes for failure range from fatigue and undetected cracks to overload, often exacerbated by difficult inspection access or a lack of replacement history.
The reports suggest a need for improved inspection practices, periodic replacement of components, and potentially better rod end safety device designs.

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