# Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200 Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2003-02-28 · Effective 2003-03-17 · 68 FR 9525
## Document
- **Document number:** 03-4487
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule; request for comments.
- **Citation:** 68 FR 9525
- **Publication date:** 2003-02-28
- **Effective date:** 2003-03-17
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. 2002-NM-353-AD
## Abstract

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200 airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection for cracking of the support fitting assemblies and stop pads of the main spoiler actuators, and follow-on actions. This action is necessary to find and fix cracking of the support fitting assemblies of the main spoiler actuator, which could result in damage of adjacent structure such as the rear spar or upper skin panel, and consequent reduced structural integrity of the airplane. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2003/02/28/03-4487/airworthiness-directives-mcdonnell-douglas-model-717-200-airplanes)
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