AD 2010-10-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Avro 146-RJ70A, 146-RJ85A, and 146-RJ100A Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Corrosion was found on the wing fixed leading edge structure during the removal of the wing removable leading edge for a repair. The existing scheduled environmental and fatigue inspections would not have detected the corrosion or fatigue damage, which could lead to degradation of the structural integrity of the wing.
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Required Actions
Perform a detailed visual inspection and visual inspection (Method 1) or a detailed visual inspection (Method 2) for cracking and corrosion of the wing fixed leading edge and front spar structure, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.57-072, Revision 1, dated September 25, 2008.
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Compliance Time
Varies based on the age of the airplane since the date of issuance of the original airworthiness certificate or the date of issuance of the original export certificate of airworthiness as of the effective date of this AD. For airplanes with less than 9 years, within 18 months after the effective date of this AD. For airplanes with 9 years or more but less than 15 years, within 18 months after the effective date of this AD or within 16 years since the original certificate date, whichever occurs first. For airplanes with 15 years or more, within 6 months after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146-100A, -200A, and -300A series airplanes; and Model Avro 146-RJ70A, 146-RJ85A, and 146-RJ100A airplanes; certificated in any category, all serial numbers.
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