Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-8, 737-9, and 737-8200 (737 MAX) airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a non-conforming installation of spoiler wire bundles that led to unintended spoiler motion, including one instance of a flight spoiler hardover. Further investigation identified the potential for a hardover of more than one flight spoiler on the same wing, which can exceed full lateral control capability leading to loss of control of the airplane. This AD requires a one-time inspection of the clearance between the spoiler control wire bundles and the adjacent structure, and applicable on-condition actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2024-0463
Document Number
2024-28120
Type
Rule
Publication Date
December 2, 2024
Effective Date
January 6, 2025
Affected Manufacturer
The Boeing Company
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2024-0463
Topics
Official Documents
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