AD 2007-16-05

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2007-16-05
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2004-18814
FR Citation
72 FR 44744

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 737-100 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Discrepancies of the elevator tab control rod assemblies, such as loose jam nuts and/or thread wear at the rod ends, could result in excessive freeplay in the elevator tab control rods. Such freeplay could cause loss of both load paths, subsequent elevator tab flutter, and consequent reduced structural integrity and loss of controllability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Conduct repetitive inspections for discrepancies of the elevator tab control rod assemblies and/or damage to the surrounding structure. Perform related corrective action as necessary.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes.

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