AD Amdt-39-11468

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767 Series Airplanes

AD Number
Amdt-39-11468
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 97-NM-186-AD
FR Citation
64 FR 71006

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 767 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Fatigue cracking of end cap bolts caused by improper installation, which could lead to failure of the end cap assembly and separation of the engine from the airplane in the event of a primary thrust linkage failure.

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Required Actions

Accomplish initial and repetitive inspections of the forward engine mount to ensure the proper condition of the engine thrust link components. Replace the end cap assembly with an improved assembly within 3 years after the effective date of the AD. Repair any discrepancies found during inspections prior to further flight.

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Compliance Time

Within 3 years after the effective date of the AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 767 series airplanes, powered by Pratt & Whitney Model JT9D or Model PW4000 series engines, as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-71A0087, dated October 10, 1996; certificated in any category.

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