AD 92-16-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-200 | Airworthiness Directives; AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-300 | Airworthiness Directives; AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-320 | Airworthiness Directives; AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-500 | Airworthiness Directives; AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the structural components of the fuselage and wing.
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Required Actions
Reinforce fuselage frames and secondary frames, perform cold expansion of attach fastener holes, reinforce wing/fuselage junction fittings, perform cold expansion of wing spar attach holes, and replace the wing center box in accordance with specified Aerospatiale Service Bulletins.
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Compliance Time
Prior to the accumulation of 10,000 landings, or within the next 300 landings after January 12, 1990, whichever occurs later, unless accomplished previously.
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Affected Aircraft
AEROSPATIALE Model ATR42 series airplanes, certificated in any category, with serial numbers 003 through 157-0027 (specific serial ranges vary per requirement).
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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