AD 2016-01-04

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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AD Number
2016-01-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-1984
FR Citation
81 FR 1489

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing Company Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracking of the frame inner chords (forward and aft) on the forward edge frame of the number 5 main entry door cutout, which could result in severing of the frame and consequent rapid depressurization of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Conduct a one-time detailed inspection for discrepancies of the frame web and inner chords. Perform repetitive high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections for cracking of the frame inner chords (forward and aft). Take corrective action if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 flight hours after the effective date.

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Affected Aircraft

The Boeing Company Model 747-100, 747-100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, and 747SR series airplanes.

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