AD 2005-19-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 747 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Corroded, migrated, and rotated bearings for the dual side braces (DSBs) in the inboard and outboard struts, a fractured retainer for the eccentric bushing for one of the side links of a DSB, and wear and damage to the underwing midspar fitting on the outboard strut could lead to loss of DSB or underwing midspar fitting load path, resulting in load transfer and motion to other areas of a strut, and possible separation of a strut and engine from the airplane during flight.
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Required Actions
Repetitive inspections of the dual side braces (DSBs), underwing midspar fittings, and associated parts; other specified actions; and corrective actions if necessary. An optional terminating action is provided for the inspections and other specified actions.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 747 airplanes, as specified in the AD's applicability section, which includes certain serial numbers and configurations.
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