24 Jul 2025

✈️Boeing 737-700 Airworthiness Directive

Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

Summary

The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-08-16, which applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 737-700 and -700C series airplanes. AD 2013-08-16 requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the fuselage skin at certain locations at chem-mill areas and repair if necessary. Since the FAA issued AD 2013- 08-16, the FAA has determined that the compliance times are not adequate. This proposed AD would continue to require the actions in AD 2013-08-16 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 regulatory text outlines a proposed Airworthiness Directive (AD) that requires inspections and potential modifications for Boeing 737-700 and -700C series airplanes, impacting operational compliance and maintenance costs for affected airline operators. Non-compliance could lead to increased risk and financial liabilities.

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