AD 2002-10-12
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
Disconnection of an aileron tab due to cracking of the control rod barrels, which could lead to severe airframe vibrations, damage to the aileron tab, aileron, and wing, and possible loss of controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect or review maintenance records to determine if a particular control rod barrel for the aileron tabs is installed. Conduct repetitive inspections for cracking of the control rod barrels and replace the barrels with new ones if necessary. Prohibit installation of a certain control rod barrel for the aileron tabs.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
All Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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