AD 2006-22-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 747 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracks in the top and side panel webs and stiffeners of the nose wheel well (NWW), which could compromise the structural integrity of the NWW and could lead to the rapid decompression of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Replace the NWW side and top panels with new panels, which terminates the repetitive inspections. Reduce the interval for certain repetitive inspections and remove a certain optional inspection.
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Compliance Time
Within 57 months of the effective date (December 11, 2006).
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Affected Aircraft
All Boeing Model 747 series airplanes.
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