AD 2002-05-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 737-100 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Discrepancies of the rear spar attachments and cracks in the upper flange of the inboard track at the rear spar attachment of each outboard flap could result in loss of the outboard trailing edge flaps and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
For certain airplanes, repetitive inspections for discrepancies of the rear spar attachments and cracks in the upper flange of the inboard track are required, followed by rework of the flap track assembly and rear spar attachments, including replacement of the flap track if necessary. For all airplanes, repetitive inspections for cracks in the upper flange of the inboard flap tracks at the rear spar attachments are required, with corrective action taken if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Not specified in the provided text.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes.
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