AD 2006-06-05

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 720 and 720B Series Airplanes

AD Number
2006-06-05
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2006-24162
FR Citation
71 FR 13747

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 720 and 720B Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 720 and 720B Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracks, corrosion, or signs of damage (e.g., finish scratches, blistering, or signs of fuel leaking) of the front spar upper chords under the fairing web could result in structural failure of the wing.

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Required Actions

Inspect for any crack, corrosion, or sign of damage of the front spar upper chords under the fairing web using repetitive detailed and high-frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections. Repair if necessary using a method approved by the FAA or data meeting the certification basis of the airplane, approved by an authorized representative.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 720 and 720B series airplanes.

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