EASA AD US-2018-06-07
SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2020-20-10
Summary
FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-06-07 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and repairs related to fatigue cracking found in a specific fuselage frame at station 1640. The directive aims to maintain structural integrity by requiring repetitive inspections and applicable repairs.
What Changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces mandatory inspections for existing repairs and repetitive high frequency eddy current and low frequency eddy current inspections for cracking in the fuselage frame. It also clarifies exceptions, inspection locations, compliance times, and airplane group designations, including provisions for modified freighter configurations. Additionally, it provides updated compliance instructions and repair requirements.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for operators and maintenance organizations to prevent structural failures caused by fatigue cracking in the fuselage frame. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and safety of affected Boeing 757 aircraft, avoiding potential costly repairs or grounding. It also clarifies inspection procedures and compliance timelines, reducing the need for alternative method of compliance requests.
What To Do
Operators of affected Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes must inspect the fuselage frame for existing repairs and conduct repetitive inspections as specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0108 dated November 14, 2016. Any detected cracks must be repaired using FAA- or Boeing-approved methods. Compliance with this directive is required by May 3, 2018.
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