AD 2003-03-19
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 747 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the fuselage skin concealed under certain repair doublers, which could result in rapid decompression of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the fuselage skin of the aft lower body for certain repair doublers. Perform follow-on inspections and corrective actions if such doublers are installed. Optional repetitive inspections of the fuselage skin for scratches or cracking may also be required for certain airplanes.
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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 747 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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