AD 2001-16-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 737-100 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, and -200C Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fractures of both carriage spindles at an outboard midflap could result in severe flap asymmetry, leading to loss of controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the carriage spindles on the outboard midflap for circumferential score marks using either a detailed visual inspection or a borescopic inspection. Rework the carriage spindles or replace them with new or serviceable spindles if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 18 months of the effective date.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-100, -200, and -200C series airplanes.
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