AD 2008-06-14
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 757-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200, -200PF, and -200CB Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Bonded skin panels may not have been correctly anodized in phosphoric acid before the tear strap doubler was bonded to the skin, resulting in a weak bond between the skin and tear strap. This disbonding could reduce the skin's ability to resist cracks and adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Perform an ultrasound inspection for disbonded tear straps not mechanically fastened to the skin. Conduct investigative and corrective actions, if necessary, to address any disbonded tear straps detected.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 757-200, -200PF, and -200CB series airplanes.
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