# Proposed AD 2003-NM-204-AD: Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Astra SPX and 1125 Westwind Astra Series Airplanes; and Model Gulfstream 100 Airplanes

- Type: Proposed airworthiness directive (not in force)
- Status: Became AD 2004-13-18
- Products: Gulfstream Aerospace LP
- Product type: Aircraft
- Action: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
- Published: May 3, 2004, 69 FR 24103
- Comments due: June 2, 2004
- Became: [AD 2004-13-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-13-18)
- Docket: 2003-NM-204-AD
- FR document: 04-9901
- Official PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/80/f4/80f4b3bbf8f3b89a030345a4b6cc802a9cbf880b7bc1a22fb1c98f7f45bc93c6 (from https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2004-05-03/pdf/04-9901.pdf)
- Federal Register: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2004/05/03/04-9901/airworthiness-directives-gulfstream-aerospace-lp-model-astra-spx-and-1125-westwind-astra-series
- FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B0545D269549D1FA86256E89005527E7.0001
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/proposed/2003-NM-204-AD

## Summary

This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Astra SPX, and 1125 Westwind Astra series airplanes; and Model Gulfstream 100 airplanes. This proposal would require a one-time inspection of the outboard doors of the main landing gear (MLG) for evidence of impact with the surrounding structure, and for damage to the door seals and seal channels; measurements for adequate gaps and clearances; and related investigative and corrective actions, if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent damage to or breakage of the MLG outboard doors, which could result in the loss of a door during flight, and consequent damage to the airplane and injury to people or damage to property on the ground. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

## Notices in this docket

- May 3, 2004: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). (first notice), FR document 04-9901, comments due Jun 2, 2004 (https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2004/05/03/04-9901/airworthiness-directives-gulfstream-aerospace-lp-model-astra-spx-and-1125-westwind-astra-series)

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