AD Amdt-39-10247

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

AD Number
Amdt-39-10247
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 97-NM-259-AD
FR Citation
62 FR 65600

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 737-100 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Failure of the aileron due to an inappropriate repair procedure resulting in inadequate adhesion between the skin and core of the aileron surface, which could cause in-flight separation and reduced controllability.

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Required Actions

Perform a one-time visual inspection within 60 days after the effective date to check for affected aileron serial numbers. Remove and replace any defective ailerons prior to further flight, and submit a report within 10 days of inspection.

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Compliance Time

Within 60 days after the effective date (December 30, 1997) for the inspection; prior to further flight for removal and replacement; within 10 days for submitting the report.

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes with ailerons repaired by BFGoodrich Aerospace (Tramco Inc.) having serial numbers BN23, BN49, BN56, BN59, BN167, BN180, BN206, BN236, 162, or 237.

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