AD 88-20-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | BAe 146-100A | Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model 146 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | BAe 146-200A | Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model 146 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | BAe 146-300A | Airworthiness Directives; BRITISH AEROSPACE Model 146 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking of the rear fuselage skin at specific lap joints, which could lead to structural failure if not detected and repaired.
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Required Actions
Inspect lap joints at specified stringers and fuselage stations for cracks in accordance with SB 53-70. Repair before further flight if cracks exceed specified limits.
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Compliance Time
Prior to the accumulation of 18,000 or 12,000 landings (depending on model), or within 30 days after the AD's effective date (October 13, 1988), whichever occurs later. Subsequent inspections at intervals not exceeding 12,000 or 9,000 landings.
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Affected Aircraft
BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146-100A, BAe 146-200A, BAe 146-300A airplanes listed in BAe 146 Service Bulletin 53-70, Revision 1.
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