AD 2000-10-51
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 767 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking or fracturing of the tension bolts on the side load underwing fittings on the strut, due to stress corrosion, could eventually result in loss of the strut.
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Required Actions
Inspect to determine whether H-11 steel tension bolts are installed in the side load underwing fittings on both struts. If H-11 bolts are found, or if the type of bolt cannot be determined, perform repetitive ultrasonic inspections to detect cracking or fracturing of the tension bolts. Replace both tension bolts in the affected side load underwing fitting with new, improved bolts made of Inconel if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 5 days for airplanes with line numbers 1 through 162 inclusive; within 10 days for airplanes with line numbers 163 through 230 inclusive.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 767 series airplanes with line numbers 1 through 230 inclusive.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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