AD 2005-20-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 737-100 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, and -200C Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Damage to the lugs of certain inboard attach fittings of the leading edge slat tracks, which could lead to a lifted slat and reduced control of the airplane during non-normal maneuvers at high angles of attack.
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Required Actions
Perform a one-time detailed inspection for cracking and damage of the inboard attach fittings at slats 2 and 5 of the wing leading edge. If cracks or damage are found, replace the cracked inboard attach fittings. Conduct repetitive high-frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD or prior to the accumulation of 7,000 total flight cycles, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-100, -200, and -200C series airplanes; line numbers 1 through 1585 inclusive; certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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