✈️New Airworthiness Directive for Boeing 737-800
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-800 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that the compliance time for the initial ultrasonic inspection required by AD 2019-11-06 is insufficient for certain airplanes. This AD requires reducing the compliance time for the ultrasonic inspection of the skin under the drag link assembly. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The regulation outlines a new airworthiness directive requiring compliance from operators of certain Boeing Model 737-800 series airplanes, affecting operational costs and compliance practices. Businesses must budget for the mandated inspections and potential repairs, which have financial ramifications.