✈️FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Boeing Aircraft
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
Summary
The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-08-11, which applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 737-900 and -900ER series airplanes. AD 2013-08-11 requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the fuselage skin along chem-mill steps at certain crown skin and shear wrinkle areas and repair if necessary. Since the FAA issued AD 2013-08-11, the FAA has determined that the compliance times are not adequate. This proposed AD would continue to require the actions in AD 2013-08-11 but at reduced compliance times and would require post-modification inspections if an optional modification is accomplished. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD) imposes stringent compliance requirements for Boeing 737-900 and -900ER series airplanes, necessitating inspections and potential modifications, which could have significant financial ramifications for operators. Compliance costs are detailed, with inspections costing approximately $2,635 per cycle per aircraft, affecting financial planning for operators.