EASA AD US-2021-08-10
Apr 21, 2021Nacelles / Pylons - Pylon Aft Bulkhead Bracket - Inspection / Modification
The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-08-10 addresses all Boeing Model DC-10 and MD-10 series airplanes, including DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15, DC-10-30, DC-10-30F (KC-10A and KDC-10), DC-10-40, DC-10-40F, MD-10-10F, and MD-10-30F. This directive mandates inspections and possible modifications of the pylon aft bulkhead bracket due to reported cracking. It aims to ensure the structural integrity of the wing pylons on these aircraft.
Airworthiness Directive
- Boeing DC-101010F153030F4040F
- Boeing MD-1010F30F