AD Amdt-39-11212
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | 747-300 and -400 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-300 and -400 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking in the area surrounding the fastener holes and broken or missing fasteners on the E-42 satellite communications (SATCOM) rack and its supporting fuselage structure could result in the SATCOM equipment falling from the rack, loss of SATCOM capabilities, injury to passengers, and reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the E-42 SATCOM rack and fuselage structure for cracking and broken or missing fasteners. Perform corrective actions as necessary to repair detected issues.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 747-300 and -400 series airplanes with the E-42 satellite communications (SATCOM) rack installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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