AD 2006-07-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | airplanes identified above | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), MD-88, and MD-90-30 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The holes of certain aft attach fitting assemblies of the spoiler link were not cold-worked during production, which could result in fatigue cracking of the aft attach fitting of the spoiler link and consequent failure of the fitting. Failure of the fitting could result in an asymmetrical lift condition and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the aft attach fitting assembly of the spoiler link to determine the part number. If the part number cannot be conclusively determined, replace the assembly with a new or serviceable assembly. If the part number is determined, further investigative action and replacement of the assembly with a new or serviceable assembly may be required, if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 10,000 total flight hours on the aft attach fitting assembly of the spoiler link, or 18 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever is later.
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), MD-88, and MD-90-30 airplanes.
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