AD 2006-21-01

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737 Airplanes

AD Number
2006-21-01
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2006-23815
FR Citation
71 FR 59368

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 737 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Freeplay-induced vibration of the aileron balance tab, which could lead to excessive vibration of the airframe during flight and potentially result in loss of control of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Repetitive measurement of the freeplay of both aileron balance tabs; repetitive lubrication of the aileron balance tab hinge bearings and rod end bearings; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 18 months after the effective date of the AD for airplanes completed before the AD's issuance, or within 24 months after the date of issuance of the original standard airworthiness certificate or original export certificate of airworthiness for airplanes completed after the AD's issuance.

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Affected Aircraft

All Boeing Model 737 airplanes.

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