EASA AD US-2022-13-04: Fuselage - Fuselage Frame Inner Chord - Inspection | RegNotify

Airworthiness DirectiveEASA AD US-2022-13-04

Fuselage - Fuselage Frame Inner Chord - Inspection

Published: Jul 19, 2022
Effective: Aug 12, 2022
Deadline: Aug 12, 2022
Replaces: 2017-24-10

Boeing 757 200 200PF 300

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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.

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.

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