AD 2000-12-17
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 767 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the pitch load fittings of the wing front spar, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the strut.
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Required Actions
Inspect for fatigue cracking of the pitch load fittings of the wing front spar using either high frequency eddy current (HFEC) or dye penetrant inspection methods. Rework the pitch load fittings if cracking is detected. Accomplish lug bore inspections and an insurance cut as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-57-0053, Revision 2, or earlier revisions.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 767 series airplanes, line numbers 1 through 663 inclusive, certificated in any category.
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