AD 2001-06-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 737-600 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-600, -700, and -800 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the elevator hinge plates, which could lead to the loss of the attachment of the elevator to the horizontal stabilizer, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect elevator hinge plate lugs at hinges 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8 using detailed visual inspections. Inspect hinge plate at hinge 4 using high frequency eddy current (HFEC) and detailed visual inspections. Replace hinge plates with new parts if any crack or unusual wear is found. Operators may optionally replace all hinge plates at hinges 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 with new, improved hinge plates to eliminate repetitive inspections.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days after the effective date of the AD for airplanes close to or over 7,000 total flight cycles. For other airplanes, inspections must be completed prior to accumulating 7,000 total flight cycles.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-600, -700, and -800 series airplanes.
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