AD 96-22-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | Avro 146-RJ100A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model Avro 146-RJ70A, -RJ85A, and -RJ100A Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | Avro 146-RJ70A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model Avro 146-RJ70A, -RJ85A, and -RJ100A Airplanes |
| aircraft | BAE Systems (Operations) Limited | Avro 146-RJ85A | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model Avro 146-RJ70A, -RJ85A, and -RJ100A Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking in the web and inboard flange of fuselage frame 29.
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Required Actions
Perform detailed visual inspections (or surface eddy current inspections if polymer coating prevents visual access) for cracking of frame 29 between stringers 12 and 18 on left and right fuselage sides. Repeat inspections at intervals not exceeding 4,000 landings. Repair any found cracking prior to further flight using an approved method.
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Compliance Time
Within 6 months after December 11, 1996, or prior to accumulating 12,000; 24,000; or 68,000 total landings (depending on model and modification status), whichever occurs later. Repeat inspections at intervals not exceeding 4,000 landings.
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Affected Aircraft
British Aerospace Model Avro 146-RJ70A, -RJ85A, and -RJ100A airplanes as listed in Avro International Aerospace Inspection Service Bulletin S.B. 53-131, dated March 29, 1995.
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