AD Amdt-39-10220
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | British | Aerospace BAe Model ATP | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace BAe Model ATP Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Inadequate clearance between flap drive torque tubes and surrounding structure, and scoring damage to the tubes could result in torque tube failure leading to asymmetric flap condition and reduced controllability.
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Required Actions
Conduct a detailed visual inspection of flap drive torque tubes in left and right wing root areas per ATP-27-80. If inadequate clearance exists without scoring, perform repetitive inspections every 250 hours and modify structure within 2,000 hours. If scoring damage is found, modify structure, replace tubes, or take terminating actions as specified.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days after the effective date (January 2, 1998)
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Affected Aircraft
British Aerospace BAe Model ATP airplanes, constructor numbers 2002 through 2063 inclusive.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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