AD 83-24-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | HS 748 Series 2A | Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model HS 748 Series 2A Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Wing structural failure due to cracks in wing structure components and lower wing surface butt straps and wing skin.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect wing structure components for cracks and repair as per Service Bulletin 57/55, Rev 2. Perform X-ray inspection of lower wing surface butt straps and wing skin and repair as per the same service bulletin. Repeat inspections at intervals not exceeding specified flying hours.
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Compliance Time
Prior to the accumulation of 10,000 landings, 12,000 flying hours, or within the next 750 flying hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. Repeat inspections at intervals not to exceed 1,500 or 4,000 flying hours as specified.
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Affected Aircraft
BRITISH AEROSPACE Model HS 748 Series 2A airplanes, certificated in all categories.
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Federal Register Abstract
Wing Structure
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AD Final Rules - DRS_83-24-08.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 83-24-08 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model HS 748 Series 2A Airplanes Subject: Wing Structure Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 01/15/1984 Make: BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model: HS 748 Series 2A Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 83-24-08 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4779 AD NUMBER: 83-24-08 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model HS 748 Series 2A Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective January 15, 1984. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 83-24-08 BRITISH AEROSPACE AIRCRAFT GROUP: Amendment 39-4779. Applies to Model HS 748 series 2A airplanes, certificated in all categories. To prevent wing structural failure, accomplish the following, unless already accomplished: A. Visually inspect the wing structure components for cracks in accordance with subparagraphs 2.B(1) through 2.B(5) and repair, if necessary, in accordance with paragraph 2.D of British Aerospace Aircraft Group HS 748 Service Bulletin 57/55, Revision 2, dated March 1980, prior to the accumulation of 10,000 landings, 12,000 flying hours, or within the next 750 flying hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever event occurs later. Repeat the inspections thereafter at intervals not to exceed 1,500 flying hours. B. Perform an X-ray inspection of the lower wing surface butt straps and wing skin of both wings in accordance with subparagraph 2.B(6), and repair, if necessary, in accordance with paragraph 2.D of the service bulletin, prior to the accumulation of 10,000 landings, 12,000 flying hours, or 3,000 flying hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever event occurs later. Repeat the inspections thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,000 flying hours. C. For the purpose of this AD, and when approved by an FAA maintenance inspector, the number of landings may be computed by dividing each airplane's time in service by the operator's fleet average time from takeoff to landing for the aircraft type. D. Alternate means of compliance which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Northwest Mountain Region. E. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base for the accomplishment of inspections and/or repairs required by this AD. This amendment becomes effective January 15, 1984. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_83-24-08.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 83-24-08 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model HS 748 Series 2A Airplanes Subject: Wing Structure Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 01/15/1984 Make: BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model: HS 748 Series 2A 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: 83-24-08 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4779 AD NUMBER: 83-24-08 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model HS 748 Series 2A Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective January 15, 1984. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 83-24-08 BRITISH AEROSPACE AIRCRAFT GROUP: Amendment 39-4779. Applies to Model HS 748 series 2A airplanes, certificated in all categories. To prevent wing structural failure, accomplish the following, unless already accomplished: A. Visually inspect the wing structure components for cracks in accordance with subparagraphs 2.B(1) through 2.B(5) and repair, if necessary, in accordance with paragraph 2.D of British Aerospace Aircraft Group HS 748 Service Bulletin 57/55, Revision 2, dated March 1980, prior to the accumulation of 10,000 landings, 12,000 flying hours, or within the next 750 flying hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever event occurs later. Repeat the inspections thereafter at intervals not to exceed 1,500 flying hours. B. Perform an X-ray inspection of the lower wing surface butt straps and wing skin of both wings in accordance with subparagraph 2.B(6), and repair, if necessary, in accordance with paragraph 2.D of the service bulletin, prior to the accumulation of 10,000 landings, 12,000 flying hours, or 3,000 flying hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever event occurs later. Repeat the inspections thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,000 flying hours. C. For the purpose of this AD, and when approved by an FAA maintenance inspector, the number of landings may be computed by dividing each airplane's time in service by the operator's fleet average time from takeoff to landing for the aircraft type. D. Alternate means of compliance which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Northwest Mountain Region. E. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base for the accomplishment of inspections and/or repairs required by this AD. This amendment becomes effective January 15, 1984. FOOTER:
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