EASA AD US-2026-18-07
Fuselage - Fuselage Skin, Bear Strap and Stub Frame at the Forward Galley Door Cutout - Inspection
The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2026-18-07 addresses certain Boeing Model 737-8, 737-9, and 737-8200 airplanes. This final rule mandates inspections and on-condition actions to detect and repair cracks in the fuselage skin, bear strap, and stub frame at the forward galley door cutout. The directive aims to maintain structural integrity and ensure continued airworthiness of affected aircraft.
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-8 (MAX)Boeing 737-8200 (MAX)Boeing 737-9 (MAX)Boeing 737-8Boeing 737-9Boeing 737-8200