AD 98-18-25
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the cargo door hinges caused by stress corrosion and/or fatigue cracks, which could result in decompression of the airplane and possible in-flight separation of the cargo door.
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Required Actions
Replace the hinges on the forward, center, and aft belly cargo doors with improved hinges in accordance with Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 of Fokker Service Bulletin F28/52-110, dated April 7, 1993. An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time may be approved by the FAA if it provides an acceptable level of safety.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Fokker Model F28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 series airplanes; serial numbers 11003 through 11241 inclusive, 11991, and 11992; certificated in any category.
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