AD 96-13-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | British Aerospace Regional Aircraft | Jetstream 3201 | Airworthiness Directives; Jetstream Aircraft Limited Jetstream Model 3201 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
A crack in the spigot housing plate assembly found during fatigue testing of the affected airplanes could cause structural failure of the wing/fuselage area.
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Required Actions
Inspect the spigot housing plate at the wing/fuselage forward attachment sliding joint for corrosion or cracks. If found, modify the spigot and spigot housing plate with improved parts prior to further flight. If no corrosion or cracks, modify within the next 3,000 hours time-in-service after inspection.
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Compliance Time
Required as indicated after the effective date of this AD (August 7, 1996), unless already accomplished. The initial inspection must be done by whichever occurs later: 7,200 hours time-in-service or within 500 hours TIS after the effective date.
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Affected Aircraft
Jetstream Aircraft Limited Jetstream Model 3201 airplanes (serial numbers 790 through 960)
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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