AD 2005-25-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aerospatiale | Model ATR42-200, ATR42-300, and ATR42-320 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR42-200, ATR42-300, and ATR42-320 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Discovery of cracks around key holes on certain fuselage frames where rivets were missing, which could lead to fatigue cracks of the cargo door skin, certain frames, and entry door stop fittings and friction plates, reducing structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect fuselage frames 25 and 27 for proper rivet installation in key holes, as specified in ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-53-0070, Revision 2 or 3. Replace cargo door hinges, friction plates, stop fittings, and bolts with new parts as required. Perform additional corrective actions for certain airplanes as specified in the AD.
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Compliance Time
Within 180 days after April 26, 2000, or prior to the accumulation of 36,000 total flight cycles, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
All Aerospatiale Model ATR42-200, ATR42-300, and ATR42-320 airplanes, certificated in any category, with specific serial number ranges as detailed in the AD.
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