AD 92-16-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-400 Series | Airworthiness Directives; BOEING Model 737-400 and -500 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-500 Series | Airworthiness Directives; BOEING Model 737-400 and -500 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Floor panels with seats attached may break away from floor structure during a 9g forward load event.
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Required Actions
Inspect side-of-body floor panels forward of Body Station 887 to determine manufacturer and date of manufacture per Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1. If panels were manufactured by Hexcel before January 7, 1991, replace them or repair all one-piece inserts prior to further flight. Alternative methods of compliance may be approved by the FAA.
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Compliance Time
Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, or prior to further flight if panels were manufactured by Hexcel before January 7, 1991.
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Affected Aircraft
BOEING Model 737-400 and -500 series airplanes listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1, dated October 24, 1991.
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Federal Register Abstract
Floor Panels
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AD Final Rules - DRS_92-16-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 92-16-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: 92-NM-11-AD Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BOEING Model 737-400 and -500 Series Airplanes Subject: Floor Panels Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 09/08/1992 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-400 Series | 737-500 Series Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 92-16-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: 92-NM-11-AD AMENDMENT: 39-8310 AD NUMBER: 92-16-01 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BOEING Model 737-400 and -500 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective September 8, 1992 ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 92-16-01 BOEING: Amendment 39-8310. Docket No. 92-NM-11-AD. Applicability: Model 737-400 and 737-500 series airplanes; as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1, dated October 24, 1991; certificated in any category. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent floor panels with seats attached from breaking away from floor structure during a 9g forward load event, accomplish the following: (a) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, inspect the side-of-body floor panels forward of Body Station 887 to determine if the panels were manufactured by Hexcel and the date of their manufacture; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1, dated October 24, 1991. (1) If the floor panels were not manufactured by Hexcel; or if the floor panels were manufactured by Hexcel on or after January 7, 1991; no further action is necessary. (2) If the floor panels were manufactured by Hexcel before January 7, 1991, prior to further flight, either replace the floor panels or repair all one-piece inserts in the panels, in accordance with the service bulletin. (b) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used if approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate. Operators shall submit their requests through an appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, Seattle ACO. NOTE: Information concerning the existence of approved alternative methods of compliance with this AD, if any, may be obtained from the Seattle ACO. (c) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate the airplane to a location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished. (d) The inspection, repair, and replacement shall be done in accordance with Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1, dated October 24, 1991. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Part 51. Copies may be obtained from Boeing Commercial Airplane Group, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 1100 L Street NW., Room 8401, Washington, DC. (e) This amendment becomes effective on September 8, 1992. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_92-16-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 92-16-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: 92-NM-11-AD Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BOEING Model 737-400 and -500 Series Airplanes Subject: Floor Panels Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 09/08/1992 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-400 Series | 737-500 Series 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: 92-16-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: 92-NM-11-AD AMENDMENT: 39-8310 AD NUMBER: 92-16-01 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BOEING Model 737-400 and -500 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective September 8, 1992 ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 92-16-01 BOEING: Amendment 39-8310. Docket No. 92-NM-11-AD. Applicability: Model 737-400 and 737-500 series airplanes; as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1, dated October 24, 1991; certificated in any category. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent floor panels with seats attached from breaking away from floor structure during a 9g forward load event, accomplish the following: (a) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, inspect the side-of-body floor panels forward of Body Station 887 to determine if the panels were manufactured by Hexcel and the date of their manufacture; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1, dated October 24, 1991. (1) If the floor panels were not manufactured by Hexcel; or if the floor panels were manufactured by Hexcel on or after January 7, 1991; no further action is necessary. (2) If the floor panels were manufactured by Hexcel before January 7, 1991, prior to further flight, either replace the floor panels or repair all one-piece inserts in the panels, in accordance with the service bulletin. (b) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used if approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate. Operators shall submit their requests through an appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, Seattle ACO. NOTE: Information concerning the existence of approved alternative methods of compliance with this AD, if any, may be obtained from the Seattle ACO. (c) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate the airplane to a location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished. (d) The inspection, repair, and replacement shall be done in accordance with Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1152, Revision 1, dated October 24, 1991. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Part 51. Copies may be obtained from Boeing Commercial Airplane Group, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 1100 L Street NW., Room 8401, Washington, DC. (e) This amendment becomes effective on September 8, 1992. FOOTER:
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