EASA AD US-2022-13-04
Fuselage - Fuselage Frame Inner Chord - Inspection
Summary
Airworthiness Directive 2022-13-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 757-200, -200PF, and -300 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and corrective actions for cracking in the fuselage frame inner chord at fuselage station 1380 to ensure structural integrity and prevent rapid decompression.
What Changed
This directive supersedes AD 2017-24-10 by retaining its inspection requirements while expanding the inspection area and adding new inspection types and airplanes. It also clarifies compliance regarding Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) and approves additional repair methods for certain freighter conversions.
Why It Matters
The directive is critical for operators and maintenance organizations to detect and repair cracks that could compromise the airplane's structural integrity and safety. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and prevents potential in-flight decompression or structural failure.
What To Do
Affected operators must perform repetitive inspections of the fuselage frame inner chord as specified, identify material types where applicable, and carry out corrective actions promptly. Compliance with this AD is mandatory by August 12, 2022, and operators should consult Boeing service information and FAA guidance for detailed procedures.
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