AD 2016-18-15

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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AD Number
2016-18-15
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-6901
FR Citation
81 FR 61985

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing Company Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

The aft pressure bulkhead is subject to widespread fatigue damage (WFD), which could result in cracks and an uncontrolled decompression of the fuselage.

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Required Actions

Conduct repetitive inspections of the aft pressure bulkhead web for cracking, crack indications, discrepant fastener holes, and corrosion. Take corrective actions if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 18 months after November 25, 2005, or as specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1248, Revision 2.

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Affected Aircraft

The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 series airplanes, line number 1 through 1755, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1248, Revision 2.

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