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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration published this final rule in the Federal Register on May 13, 2026. It took effect on June 17, 2026.

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What the agency says

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of cracks found in the fuselage skin underneath the aft drain mast. This AD requires repetitive inspections of the fuselage skin and structure common to the aft drain mast for any crack or corrosion and applicable on-condition actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

Key facts

Document number
2026-09535
Type
Final rule
Action
Final rule
Agency
Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration
Published
May 13, 2026
Takes effect
June 17, 2026
Dates
This AD is effective June 17, 2026.
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2026-1324; Project Identifier AD-2025-00986-T; Amendment 39-23334; AD 2026-09-12
Regulation ID (RIN)
2120-AA64
Code of Federal Regulations
14 CFR 39
Topics
Air transportation; Aircraft; Aviation safety; Incorporation by reference; Safety
Pages
3

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