AD 2000-20-16

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2000-20-16
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-286-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 60347

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 757-200 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Damage to the fiberglass pan and fuselage frames in the forward and aft cargo compartments, attributed to incorrect operation of the cargo loader system, leading to wear damage through the fiberglass pan and potentially to adjacent fuselage frames.

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Required Actions

Conduct repetitive detailed visual inspections of the cargo loader system in the forward and aft cargo compartments to detect discrepancies, including improper operation and wear damage. Perform corrective actions as necessary, such as repairing or deactivating the cargo loader system, inspecting fuselage frames, repairing or replacing damaged pans, and repairing fuselage frames if damaged within specified limits. Test the cargo loader system for proper operation after corrective actions.

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Compliance Time

Within the specified intervals as detailed in the service bulletin, or if the cargo loader system is reactivated after damage is repaired.

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 757-200 series airplanes, certificated in any category, having Air Cargo Equipment cargo loader systems.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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