AD 2008-19-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 737-300 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the fuselage skin panels at the chem-mill steps, which could result in sudden fracture and failure of the fuselage skin panels, and consequent rapid decompression of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Accomplish repetitive external detailed inspections or non-destructive inspections (NDI) to detect cracks in the fuselage skin along the chem-mill steps at stringers S-1 and S-2R between STA 400 and STA 460. Repair any detected cracks using a method approved by the FAA or data that meet the certification basis of the airplane, approved by an authorized representative.
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Compliance Time
Within the compliance times specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1293, dated August 13, 2008, unless already done.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1293, dated August 13, 2008.
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