AD 2021-12-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | Company | Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
splice bars which are not structurally adequate, which can lead to failure of the splice bar to keep the spoiler drive link engaged, and could result in spoiler float and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
a one-time inspection of the left- and right-wing inboard and outboard spoiler assemblies for the correct splice bar and doublers configuration, and repair if necessary. Repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (k) of this AD or replacement of any spoiler assembly having an incorrect configuration with a replacement spoiler assembly is acceptable for compliance with this AD.
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Compliance Time
At the applicable times specified in the ``Compliance'' paragraph of Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 717-57A0027 RB, dated June 26, 2020.
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Affected Aircraft
all The Boeing Company Model 717-200 airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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