AD 2016-06-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | Company | Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking in the horizontal and vertical flanges of the rear spar upper chord of the horizontal stabilizer, which could lead to departure of the horizontal stabilizer from the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect for cracking in the horizontal and vertical flanges of the rear spar upper chord of the horizontal stabilizer. Identify fasteners common to the rear spar upper chord upper gusset of the horizontal stabilizer center section. Perform related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. Repair cracked structure using an approved method or data meeting the certification basis of the airplane.
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Compliance Time
Within the specified compliance times in terms of airplane flight cycles, as detailed in the referenced service information.
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Affected Aircraft
The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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