AD 2000-03-01

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-100 and −200 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2000-03-01
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 99-NM-88-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 5753

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 747-100 and -200 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-100 and −200 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Fatigue cracking of the upper and lower chords of the wing front spar could result in reduced structural capability and possible fuel leakage onto an engine, leading to a resultant fire.

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Required Actions

Inspect the upper and lower chords of the wing front spar for cracks. Take corrective action if cracks are detected. For airplanes with no detected cracking, an optional terminating action is provided in lieu of repetitive inspections.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 747-100 and -200 series airplanes.

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