EASA AD 2025-0250
Fuselage — Frame Inboard Boom — Inspection
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0250 is an airworthiness directive addressing Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the fuselage frame inboard boom area at specific wing spar joint locations to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive also requires reporting inspection results to Fokker Services.
What Changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces mandatory inspections of the fuselage frame inboard boom at defined stations on Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 aircraft. It requires corrective actions if cracks are found and reporting of inspection outcomes. The directive is an interim measure pending further potential regulatory actions.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of affected Fokker F28 aircraft by identifying and addressing potential cracks in a key load transfer area. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. Compliance teams need to track inspection deadlines and reporting requirements to meet regulatory obligations.
What To Do
Operators of Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 aeroplanes must perform the specified inspection within the compliance times based on flight cycles and calendar limits outlined in the directive. If cracks are detected, approved repair instructions from Fokker Services must be followed before further flight. Inspection results must be reported to Fokker Services within 30 days if no cracks are found.