AD 2017-12-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | Company | Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Widespread fatigue damage (WFD) in the forward skin panel at station (STA) 259.5 circumferential butt splice between stringers 19L and 24L, which could result in loss of structural integrity of the fuselage skin and possible loss of cabin pressure.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive inspections for cracking around the heads of fasteners on the forward fastener row in certain areas of the STA 259.5 circumferential butt splice, and repair if necessary. Add repetitive inspections of the skin for cracking at the aft fastener column, and perform a one-time inspection for defects in the production countersunk rivets, with corrective actions if necessary. Optional skin trim-out repair is available to terminate certain inspections.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months of the effective date (July 25, 2017).
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Affected Aircraft
The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes.
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