AD 2000-11-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 747-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-200, -300, and -400 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking in the front spar web of the center section of the wing, which could result in fuel leakage into the forward cargo bay and a potential fire hazard.
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Required Actions
Inspect the front spar web of the center section of the wing using high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections at a reduced threshold. Perform HFEC inspections on repaired areas. Revise the inspection threshold and procedures as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 747-57A2298, Revision 2 or 3.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, or prior to accumulation of 12,000 total landings, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 747-200, -300, and -400 series airplanes, as specified in the AD applicability section.
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