AD 2009-07-11

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

AD Number
2009-07-11
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2008-0412
FR Citation
74 FR 16108

Applicability

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

Unsafe Condition

Fatigue cracking in the fuselage skin due to cabin pressurization, caused by wear damage and cracks found under the blade seals of the nose cap of the dorsal fin.

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Required Actions

Inspect for chafing, cracks, or abrasion in the fuselage skin and abrasion-resistant coating at the dorsal fin landing. Inspect for damage to the dorsal fin seals, attach clip, and seal retainers. Perform other specified and corrective actions as necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months of the effective date (May 14, 2009).

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Affected Aircraft

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

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