AD 2004-02-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 737-300 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Forward door escape slides could fall out of their compartments into the airplane interior and inflate, impeding an evacuation in the event of an emergency.
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Required Actions
Replace the hinge assemblies on certain escape slide compartments of the forward doors with new, stronger hinge assemblies. Inspect for incorrectly crimped hinge assemblies and take corrective action if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Not specified in the provided text.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, with specific focus on certain airplanes requiring hinge assembly replacement or inspection.
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