AD Amdt-39-9469
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Lockheed | L-1011-385 | Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model L-1011-385 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the aft pressure bulkhead fittings and splice tabs could lead to failure of these components and subsequent rapid decompression during flight.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive eddy current surface scan (ECSS) inspections to detect cracking of the end fittings and splice tab of the aft pressure bulkhead. Replace cracked fittings with new fittings without pilot holes, rework fittings, and perform follow-on inspections and repairs of tee caps if cracks are found. Terminate visual inspections once ECSS inspections are initiated.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Lockheed Model L-1011-385 series airplanes certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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