Summary
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-8, 737-9, and 737-8200 (737 MAX) airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports indicating cracks in the bear strap and stub frame at the forward galley door cutout. This proposed AD would require inspections for existing repairs; an inspection for any crack of the fuselage skin, bear strap, and stub frame; repetitive inspections for any crack of the bear strap and stub frame; and applicable on-condition actions. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2025-3439
Document Number
2025-21100
Type
Proposed Rule
Publication Date
November 25, 2025
Comments Close
January 9, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
The Boeing Company
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2025-3439
Topics
Official Documents
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