AD 2009-06-10
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 727-100 and 727-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 727-100 and 727-200 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Scratches and excessive reduction in material thickness from excessive blend-out or corrosion could lead to premature cracking in the lap joint, adversely affecting the structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Perform repetitive internal and external high frequency eddy current, mid frequency eddy current, low frequency eddy current, and magneto optic imaging inspections to detect cracks, corrosion, delamination, and materials loss in the lower fastener row of the lower skin and the upper fastener row of the upper skin. Take corrective actions as specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 727-53A0223, dated March 28, 2002, before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within the compliance times specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 727-53A0223, adjusted as of the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 727-100 and 727-200 series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 727-53A0223, dated March 28, 2002.
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