AD 2001-04-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 737-600 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-600, -700, -800, and -700C Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Excessive in-flight vibrations of the elevator tab due to loose or missing components, excessive wear, or excessive freeplay, which could lead to loss of the elevator tab and reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Initial and repetitive detailed visual inspections of the elevator tab assembly, including aerodynamic surfaces, hinge attachments, and control rod attachments. One-time free-play inspections of elevator tab hinges, lug assemblies, trailing edge, axial, and control mechanisms. Repetitive free-play inspections of elevator tab hinges and lug assemblies. Corrective actions include replacing, reworking, repairing, and lubricating parts, applying inspection putty, cleaning, and aligning/torqueing components.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days or 750 total flight cycles after the effective date of the AD for Work Package II. Work Package III has a compliance time of 1,500 flight hours or 750 flight cycles after completing Work Package II.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-600, -700, -800, and -700C series airplanes.
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