AD 2005-14-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 707-300B | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 707-300B, -300C, and -400 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the hinge fitting assembly of the inboard leading edge slats, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the slat system. This condition could result in loss of the inboard leading edge slat and could cause the flightcrew to lose control of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Perform a dye penetrant inspection to detect cracked or broken hinge fitting assemblies of the inboard leading edge slats. If any crack or broken assembly is found, replace the hinge fitting assembly with a like serviceable part, a modified part, or a new, improved part as specified.
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Compliance Time
Before the accumulation of 10,000 total flight hours, or within 1,500 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
All Boeing Model 707-300B, -300C, and -400 series airplanes, certificated in any category.
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