AD 2002-24-03

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747 Series Airplanes Powered by General Electric (GE) CF6-80C2 Series Engines

AD Number
2002-24-03
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-17-AD
FR Citation
67 FR 71812

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 747 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747 Series Airplanes Powered by General Electric (GE) CF6-80C2 Series Engines

Unsafe Condition

Discrepant fasteners of the diagonal brace fittings, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the diagonal brace-to-strut attachment, and possible separation of the strut and engine from the airplane.

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Required Actions

Perform repetitive inspections and torque checks to find discrepancies of the fasteners that attach the diagonal brace fittings of the lower spar to the inboard engine struts. If discrepancies are found, take corrective action as specified. Eventually, modify all fasteners to end the repetitive inspections and checks.

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Compliance Time

Within 72 months after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 747-200B, -300, -400, -400D, and -400F series airplanes powered by General Electric CF6-80C2 series engines, as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-54A2207, dated November 16, 2000.

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