AD 2014-13-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Construcciones Aeronauticas | CN-235-300 | Airworthiness Directives; EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Reduced thickness of the center fuselage lower skin panel between Frame FR13 and FR21, and from Stringer STR24 LH to STR24 RH, which could result in reduced fatigue and damage tolerant characteristics of the lower panel joint to the adjacent side panels and lead to failure of the center fuselage lower skin panel.
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Required Actions
Perform a detailed inspection to determine the presence of panel thickness reduction at STR24 LH and STR24 RH. Conduct repetitive nondestructive testing (NDT) inspections and repair if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
EADS CASA Model CN-235-300 airplanes with the center fuselage lower skin panel between Frame FR13 and FR21, and from Stringer STR24 LH to STR24 RH.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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