AD 2008-06-29

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

AD Number
2008-06-29
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2008-0303
FR Citation
73 FR 15397

Applicability

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

Unsafe Condition

Loose or missing parts from the main slat track downstop assemblies could puncture the slat can, resulting in a fuel leak and consequent fire.

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Required Actions

Inspect the downstop assemblies on the main tracks of the No. 2, 3, 4, and 5 slats and the inboard track of the No. 1 and 6 slats to verify if any parts are missing, damaged, or in the wrong order. Take specified actions, including investigative and corrective actions if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

All Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes.

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