AD 2012-26-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | Company | Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the fuselage skin, which could cause the fuselage skin to fracture and fail, and result in rapid decompression of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive inspections for cracking of the crown area of the fuselage skin using different inspection methods and inspect additional areas. Perform corrective actions if necessary. Conduct additional repairs to previously repaired areas. Conduct repetitive inspections for loose fasteners and replace if necessary in certain previously repaired areas.
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Compliance Time
Not specified in the provided text.
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Affected Aircraft
The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes.
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