AD 98-09-22
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR42-200, -300, and -320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-300 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR42-200, -300, and -320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | ATR - GIE Avions de Transport R gional | ATR42-320 | Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR42-200, -300, and -320 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the windshield frame structure could reduce structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect to detect cracking of the windshield frame structure using Aerospatiale Service Bulletins ATR42-53-0093 or ATR42-53-0094. Modify the windshield frame structure per the service bulletins based on inspection results, or with an approved method if cracks exceed specified limits.
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Compliance Time
Prior to the accumulation of 24,000 total flight cycles, or within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
Aerospatiale Model ATR42-200, -300, and -320 series airplanes where Modification 01392 has not been installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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