EASA AD 2020-0002: Fuselage — Frame Inboard Boom — Inspection

What to do

Operators of affected Fokker F28 Mark 0100 aeroplanes must perform a detailed inspection of the fuselage frame at fuselage station 17011 within 12 months of 22 January 2020. If cracks are detected, corrective actions approved by Fokker Services must be completed before the next flight or within any specified fly-on time. Inspection results, including no findings, must be reported to Fokker Services within 30 days after the inspection.

Summary

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0002 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Fokker F28 Mark 0100 aeroplanes with serial numbers 11244 to 11371 inclusive. The directive mandates inspection of the fuselage frame inboard boom at fuselage station 17011 to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. It requires operators to perform a detailed inspection and report the findings to Fokker Services.

What changed

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0002 introduces a new mandatory inspection requirement for the fuselage frame inboard boom on specific Fokker F28 Mark 0100 aircraft. This directive requires a one-time detailed inspection and, if cracks are found, corrective actions must be taken before further flight. It also mandates reporting inspection results to the manufacturer.

Why it matters

This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity and safety of affected Fokker F28 Mark 0100 aircraft by identifying and addressing potential fatigue cracks early. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure timely inspections and corrective actions to avoid unsafe conditions and regulatory non-compliance. Reporting results helps the manufacturer monitor the issue and develop further safety measures if needed.

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