Airworthiness Directives; Aerospatiale Model ATR42-300 and ATR42- 320 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 1999-08-31 · Effective 1999-10-05 · 64 FR 47384
Document
Document number
99-22389
Federal Register citation
64 FR 47384
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Aerospatiale Model ATR42-300 and ATR42- 320 Series
Publication date
1999-08-31
Effective date
1999-10-05
FAA docket
Docket No. 98-NM-201-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Aerospatiale Model ATR42-300 and ATR42-320 series airplanes, that requires a one-time inspection for cracking of a fastener hole located on the lower surface of the outer wing, and repair, if necessary; and cold working of the hole and installation of a new fastener in the hole. This amendment is prompted by issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent fatigue damage on the outer wing and consequent reduced structural integrity of the wing.