AD 75-25-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-100 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-200 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-200C Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-300 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-400 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-500 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-600 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-700 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-800 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Possible interference between the escape hatch handle cover and the hatch lining, which could prevent easy opening of the hatch from outside the airplane.
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Required Actions
Perform inside and outside operational checks of overwing exits and visually inspect hatch handle cover assembly for wear, abrasion, and corrosion within 30 days time in service from the effective date. Re-work the hatch handle cover in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 737-52-1054 within 90 days time in service from the effective date.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days time in service from the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished within the last 200 days; and within 90 days time in service from the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737 series airplanes, serial numbers 19013 to 20544, inclusive, modified with Boeing Service Bulletin Nos. 737-52-1004/1034 or equivalent in production (Group II of SB 737-52-1054).
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Federal Register Abstract
Escape Hatch
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AD Final Rules - DRS_75-25-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 75-25-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes Subject: Escape Hatch Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 01/05/1976 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-100 Series | 737-200 Series | 737-200C Series | 737-300 Series | 737-400 Series | 737-500 Series...Show more Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 75-25-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-2444 AD NUMBER: 75-25-02 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective January 5, 1976. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 75-25-02 BOEING: Amendment 39-2444. Applies to Boeing Model 737 series airplanes, serial numbers 19013 to 20544, inclusive, that have: a. Been modified in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin Nos. 737-52-1004 and/or 737-52-1034; or b. Received the equivalent of Boeing Service Bulletin No. 737-52-1034 in production. Airplanes in this category are those listed under Group II of Boeing Service Bulletin No. 737-52- 1054. Compliance required as indicated unless already accomplished. To eliminate possible interference between the escape hatch handle cover and the hatch lining and to ensure that the hatch may be easily opened from outside the airplane, accomplish the following: A. Within 30 days time in service from the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished within the last 200 days, perform both inside and outside operational checks of the overwing exits and visually inspect condition of hatch handle cover assembly for wear, abrasion, and corrosion. Repair or replace as necessary with serviceable parts. B. Within 90 days time in service from the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, rework hatch handle cover in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin No. 737-52-1054, or later approved revisions, or in a manner approved by the Chief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch, FAA Northwest Region. Accomplishment of this paragraph constitutes terminating action for this AD. The manufacturer's specifications and procedures identified and described in this directive are incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive, who have not already received these documents from the manufacturer, may obtain copies upon request to Boeing Commercial Airplane Company, P. O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124. The documents may also be examined at FAA Northwest Region, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective January 5, 1976. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_75-25-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 75-25-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes Subject: Escape Hatch Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 01/05/1976 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-100 Series | 737-200 Series | 737-200C Series | 737-300 Series | 737-400 Series | 737-500 Series...Show more Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 75-25-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-2444 AD NUMBER: 75-25-02 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective January 5, 1976. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 75-25-02 BOEING: Amendment 39-2444. Applies to Boeing Model 737 series airplanes, serial numbers 19013 to 20544, inclusive, that have: a. Been modified in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin Nos. 737-52-1004 and/or 737-52-1034; or b. Received the equivalent of Boeing Service Bulletin No. 737-52-1034 in production. Airplanes in this category are those listed under Group II of Boeing Service Bulletin No. 737-52- 1054. Compliance required as indicated unless already accomplished. To eliminate possible interference between the escape hatch handle cover and the hatch lining and to ensure that the hatch may be easily opened from outside the airplane, accomplish the following: A. Within 30 days time in service from the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished within the last 200 days, perform both inside and outside operational checks of the overwing exits and visually inspect condition of hatch handle cover assembly for wear, abrasion, and corrosion. Repair or replace as necessary with serviceable parts. B. Within 90 days time in service from the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, rework hatch handle cover in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin No. 737-52-1054, or later approved revisions, or in a manner approved by the Chief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch, FAA Northwest Region. Accomplishment of this paragraph constitutes terminating action for this AD. The manufacturer's specifications and procedures identified and described in this directive are incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive, who have not already received these documents from the manufacturer, may obtain copies upon request to Boeing Commercial Airplane Company, P. O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124. The documents may also be examined at FAA Northwest Region, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective January 5, 1976. FOOTER:
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