# Boeing 737-242

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1384477
- Manufacturer (registry): BOEING
- Model: 737-242
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 2 · Turbo-fan
- Seats: 100
- Weight class: 20,000 lb and over
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A16WE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A16WE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: The Boeing Company
- Registered aircraft: 0
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-242

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2026-13-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-13): Navigation · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 9 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026
- [AD 2026-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-02): Navigation · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership 18, 49-46, 80-A and 555 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026
- [AD 2026-09-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-09-12): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 17, 2026
- [AD 2025-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-02-02): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Mar 17, 2025
- [AD 2023-13-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-13-12): Oxygen · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 17 more. Effective Sep 5, 2023
- [AD 2023-12-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-12-13): Navigation · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 9 more. Effective Jun 21, 2023
- [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023
- [AD 2022-25-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-25-15): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 26, 2023
- [AD 2022-24-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-24-09): Air conditioning · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 12 more. Effective Jan 26, 2023
- [AD 2021-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-25-05): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Feb 22, 2022
- [AD 2021-25-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-25-09): Flight Control System · Boeing 737-200 Series and 737-200C Series. Effective Feb 1, 2022
- [AD 2021-10-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-10-11): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jul 29, 2021
- [AD 2021-08-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-08-12): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective May 28, 2021
- [AD 2021-08-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-08-04): Oxygen · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-300 Series, 737-400 Series and 23 more. Effective May 26, 2021
- [AD 2020-26-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-26-09): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 27, 2021
- [AD 2020-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-26-04): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 25, 2021
- [AD 2020-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-21-02): Fire protection · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10, BD-500-1A11, A330-201 and 45 more. Effective Nov 19, 2020
- [AD 2020-02-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-02-16): Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective Mar 18, 2020
- [AD 2019-23-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-23-16): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Feb 3, 2020
- [AD 2019-23-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-23-14): Nitrogen Generation System · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 21, 2020
- [AD 2019-16-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-16-12): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 9, 2019
- [AD 2019-15-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-15-07): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 19, 2019
- [AD 2019-14-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-14-15): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 19, 2019
- [AD 2019-14-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-14-02): Hydraulic power · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 11 more. Effective Aug 27, 2019
- [AD 2019-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-13-02): Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective Aug 23, 2019
- [AD 2019-10-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-10-03): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jul 11, 2019
- [AD 2019-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-09-01): Ice and rain protection · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 26, 2019
- [AD 2019-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-08-03): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 17, 2019
- [AD 2019-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-08-02): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 13, 2019
- [AD 2019-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-01-06): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Mar 19, 2019
- [AD 2018-23-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-23-12): Equipment/furnishings · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 180 more. Effective Dec 28, 2018
- [AD 2018-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-21-08): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Nov 20, 2018
- [AD 2018-19-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-19-20): Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-300 Series, 737-400 Series and 1 more. Effective Oct 31, 2018
- [AD 2018-18-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-18-13): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 18, 2018
- [AD 2018-18-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-18-03): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 15, 2018
- [AD 2018-17-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-17-23): Fueslage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 4, 2018
- [AD 2018-16-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-16-09): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 10, 2018
- [AD 2018-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-12-05): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jul 13, 2018
- [AD 2018-09-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-09-13): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 19, 2018
- [AD 2018-09-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-09-08): Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-300 Series, 737-400 Series and 1 more. Effective Jun 8, 2018
- [AD 2018-10-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-10-12): Wings, Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 7, 2018
- [AD 2018-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-09-01): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 4, 2018
- [AD 2018-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-04-12): Fuel · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Apr 9, 2018
- [AD 2018-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-04-08): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Apr 3, 2018
- [AD 2018-04-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-04-06): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Mar 30, 2018
- [AD 2018-01-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-01-08): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Feb 16, 2018
- [AD 2017-25-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-25-10): Stabilizers · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 18, 2018
- [AD 2017-24-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-24-05): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 2, 2018
- [AD 2017-23-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-23-07): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 26, 2017
- [AD 2017-23-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-23-05): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 20, 2017

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2022-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-05-04) (historical): Navigation · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 9 more. Effective Feb 24, 2022
- [AD 2021-14-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-14-20) (historical): Cabin Altitude Pressure Switches · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 12 more. Effective Jul 20, 2021
- [AD 2021-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-07-02) (historical): Ice and rain protection · Boeing 737-200 Series. Effective Apr 20, 2021
- [AD 2017-25-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-25-12) (historical): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 22, 2018
- [AD 2017-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-23-02) (historical): Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective Dec 20, 2017
- [AD 2015-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-16-01) (historical): Air Conditioning · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 9 more. Effective Sep 15, 2015
- [AD 2014-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-03-06) (historical): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Apr 9, 2014
- [AD 2014-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-05-02) (historical): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Apr 8, 2014
- [AD 2013-24-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-24-13) (historical): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 8 more. Effective Jan 7, 2014
- [AD 2013-18-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-18-08) (historical): JASC Code 53, Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective Nov 6, 2013
- [AD 2013-18-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-18-09) (historical): Communications · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 137 more. Effective Oct 3, 2013
- [AD 2012-19-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-19-11) (historical): Air Conditioning · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 9 more. Effective Nov 7, 2012
- [AD 2012-18-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-18-13) (historical): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 24, 2012
- [AD 2012-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-12-05) (historical): Fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jul 23, 2012
- [AD 2010-25-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-25-06) (historical): Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-300 Series, 737-400 Series and 1 more. Effective Feb 1, 2011
- [AD 2010-15-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-15-08) (historical): Wings · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Aug 31, 2010
- [AD 2009-21-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-21-10) (historical): Oxygen · Airbus A300, Model B4-605R, A300, Model B4-620, A300, Model B4-622 and 138 more. Effective Dec 17, 2009
- [AD 2009-16-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-16-14) (historical): Forward entry door · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 9, 2009
- [AD 2008-13-12 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-13-12-R1) (historical): Upper frame to side frame splice of the fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 1, 2008
- [AD 2008-17-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-17-03) (historical): Body station frame · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 23, 2008
- [AD 2008-13-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-13-12) (historical): Upper frame to side frame splice of the fuselage · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Aug 12, 2008
- [AD 2008-11-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-11-04) (historical): Upper and lower hinge cutouts · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 25, 2008
- [AD 2008-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-10-09) (historical): FAA-approved maintenance program · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 12, 2008
- [AD 2008-05-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-05-06) (historical): Longitudinal floor beam web · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective Apr 8, 2008
- [AD 2007-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-26-04) (historical): Forward fastener row · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 22, 2008
- [AD 2007-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-11-07) (historical): Fuel boost pump · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 6, 2007
- [AD 2006-07-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-07-12) (historical): Fuselage skin at certain lap joints · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective May 5, 2006
- [AD 2005-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-20-03) (historical): Intercostal webs, attachment clips, and stringer splice channels · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 2 more. Effective Nov 1, 2005
- [AD 2005-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-20-01) (historical): Stiffeners at left buttock line (LBL) and right buttock line (RBL) · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Nov 1, 2005
- [AD 2005-13-30](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-13-30) (historical): Fuselage skin panels · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series and 737-200C Series. Effective Aug 1, 2005
- [AD 2005-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-12-05) (historical): Flight deck door · Reinforced cockpit door (Safran Cabin STC ST01335LA or 2 others). Effective Jul 19, 2005
- [AD 2005-07-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-07-12) (historical): Doorstop intercostal strap · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective May 12, 2005
- [AD 2004-18-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-18-06) (historical): Upper and lower skin panels of the fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective Oct 13, 2004
- [AD 2004-03-34](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-03-34) (historical): Door mounted escape slides · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Mar 24, 2004
- [AD 2003-24-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-24-08) (historical): Left and right outbaord mid-flaps · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 4, 2003
- [AD 2003-14-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-14-04) (historical): Flight Deck Door Pressure Relief Latch Assemblies · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-300 Series, 737-400 Series and 14 more. Effective Jul 25, 2003
- [AD 2003-08-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-08-15) (historical): Fuselage Lap Joints and Stringer Clips · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective May 12, 2003
- [AD 2003-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-03-15) (historical): Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) - Oxygen Masks · Boeing 707 Series (all), 720 Series (all), 727 Series (all) and 75 more. Effective Mar 7, 2003
- [AD 2002-22-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-22-05) (historical): Outboard mid-flap · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Nov 15, 2002
- [AD 2002-10-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-10-11) (historical): Aft Pressure Bulkhead at Body Station (BS) 1016 · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 27, 2002
- [AD 2002-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-07-08) (historical): Lap Joints of the Fuselage · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 2 more. Effective May 17, 2002
- [AD 2002-05-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-05-07) (historical): Inboard Tracks of the Outboard Flaps · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Apr 22, 2002
- [AD 2002-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-01-01) (historical): Elevator Tab Assembly · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series and 3 more. Effective Feb 19, 2002
- [AD 2001-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-24-02) (historical): Shoulder Restraint Harness Attachment · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-300 Series (all) and 20 more. Effective Jan 4, 2002
- [AD 2000-06-13 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-06-13-R1) (historical): Aft Cargo Door · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-200C Series, 737-300 Series and 1 more. Effective Aug 15, 2001
- [AD 2001-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-07) (historical): Main Deck Cargo Door Frames · Boeing 737-200 Series and 737-300 Series with STC SA2969SO. Effective May 29, 2001
- [AD 2000-25-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-25-07) (historical): Wing Outboard Flap · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series and 737-200C Series. Effective Jan 2, 2001
- [AD 2000-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-17-04) (historical): Fuselage Lap Joint · Boeing 737-100 Series, 737-200 Series and 737-200C Series. Effective Sep 11, 2000
- [AD 2000-17-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-17-51) (historical): Main Deck Cargo Door · Boeing 737-200 Series and 737-300 Series with STC SA2969SO. Effective Aug 30, 2000
- [AD 2000-13-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-13-51) (historical): Main Deck Cargo Door · Boeing 737-200 Series and 737-300 Series with STC SA2969SO. Effective Jul 25, 2000

All 438: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-242/ads.md

## Information bulletins (advisory) (17)

- [SAIB 2026-18](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2026-18): NOSE/TAIL LANDING GEAR, Installation of AeroControlex STC ST01255CH may allow water to leak and freeze on the nose wheel steering cables and prevent pilot from steering. Issued Oct 23, 2026
- [SAIB 2026-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2026-01): PITOT/STATIC ANTI-ICE SYSTEM. Issued Jan 8, 2026
- [SAIB NE-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-03): Escape Slide Maintenance Tasks and Intervals - JASC 2565. Issued Feb 19, 2019
- [SAIB NM-17-17](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-17-17): Oxygen System. Issued Jun 19, 2017
- [SAIB NM-17-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-17-10): Maintenance Practices. Issued Apr 13, 2017
- [SAIB NM-17-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-17-06): Fuselage: Chem-Mill Skin Panels. Issued Jan 4, 2017
- [SAIB NM-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-03): Flight Controls. Issued Nov 24, 2014
- [SAIB NM-15-02](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-02): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings. Issued Nov 6, 2014
- [SAIB NM-12-11](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-12-11): Equipment/Furnishings: Buffet/Galleys. Issued Jan 10, 2012
- [SAIB NM-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-09-03): Engine Fuel and Control - Implementing Fuel Tank System Airworthiness Limitations. Issued Dec 11, 2008
- [SAIB NM-08-43](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-08-43): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings - Seats. Issued Sep 3, 2008
- [SAIB NM-08-24](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-08-24): Water/Waste: Freezing Potable Water Lines. Issued May 22, 2008
- [SAIB NM-07-47](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-07-47): Boeing Model 737 Series Forward Airstairs. Issued Sep 6, 2007
- [SAIB NM-07-36](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-07-36): Grounding plate and bonding jumper to improve electrical bonds between pitot probes and airplane structure. Issued Jun 8, 2007
- [SAIB NM-07-12](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-07-12): Wire bundle W138 and add protection sleeves to the wire bundles for the equipment cooling blowers. Issued Nov 27, 2006
- [SAIB NM-06-57](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-06-57): Reports of damage to airplanes and to property on the ground caused by blue or clear ice falling from airplanes.. Issued Jul 27, 2006
- [SAIB NM-06-56](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-06-56): . Issued Jul 19, 2006

## Registered aircraft

None registered with this model now.

## NTSB investigations

None matched to aircraft with this model.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to aircraft with this model.

## Service difficulty reports (58, newest 50)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 0704026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/0704026), Jul 27, 2004: SMOKE DETECTOR. MALFUNCTIONED. FORWARD LAVATORY SMOKE DETECTOR WENT OFF ON LANDING NO SIGN OF SMOKE OR FIRE IN FORWARD LAVATORY.
- [SDR 159PL0030](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0030), May 11, 2003: BOTTLE. DISCHARGED. L2 SLIDE PRESSURE READS ZERO. REMOVED AND REPLACED L2 SLIDE PER MM 25-61-311.
- [SDR 159PL0029](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0029), Mar 5, 2003: BATTERY PACK. L2 and R2 emergency exterior light inop. Removed and replaced L2 and R2 emergency light pack M572 per MM 33-52-02.
- [SDR 159PL0028](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0028), Feb 24, 2003: BATTERY PACK. Ovhd center aisle emergency light capacity low. Removed and replaced emergency light battery pack on unit M192 per MM 33-51-0. Ops chk. good.
- [SDR 159PL0027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0027), Feb 24, 2003: LIGHT. L2 door ovhd emergency light dim. Removed and replaced emergency exit unit M187 per MM 33-51-0. Ops. chk. good.
- [SDR 159PL0026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0026), Jan 27, 2003: COMPUTER. MALFUNCTIONED. ROLL CHANNEL AUTO PILOT WILL NOT ENGAGE. REMOVED AND REPLACED ROLL CHANNEL COMPUTER PER MM 22-11-161.
- [SDR 159PL0025](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0025), Jan 6, 2003: BATTERY. Fwd entry door, L1 emergency pack light inop. Replaced batteries per MM 33-50-00. Test OK
- [SDR 159PL0024](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0024), Dec 31, 2002: SOLENOID. Elev. channel auto pilot disengaged during flight. Elev. "B" PCU solenoid Inop. MEL Elev channel per MEL 22-1, Control No. 12-31-001, Class B.
- [SDR 159PL0023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0023), Dec 1, 2002: COMPUTER. Roll channel will not engage. R&R roll channel computer per MM 22-11-161. Ops check good.
- [SDR 159PL0002A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0002A), Oct 24, 2002: POWER SUPPLY. MALFUNCTIONED. FWD SECTION OF EMERGENCY FLOOR LIGHTING COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY, UNCOMMANDED. R&R FWD FLOOR LIGHTING POWER UNIT PER MM33-51-0, OPS GOOD.
- [SDR 159PL0001A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0001A), Oct 21, 2002: LENS. LOOSE. ONE EMEERGENCY FLOOR LIGHT BULB LENS KICKED OFF AT ROW 5D. R&R BULB AND INSTALLED LENS AS REQUIRED. OPS. CHECK GOOD.
- [SDR 159PL0022](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0022), Jun 7, 2002: FRAME. CRACKED. Sta460 frame cracked past stop drill and new crack in frame at Str26Lt.
- [SDR 159PL0021](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0021), Jun 7, 2002: SKIN. CORRODED. Corrosion on fuselage skin at Sta986.5 at Str22Lt & Str23Lt. Corrosion on frame shear tie clip
- [SDR 159PL0020](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0020), Jun 7, 2002: SKIN. CORRODED. Corrosion in fuselage skin at BS908 Butt joint
- [SDR 159PL0019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0019), Jun 7, 2002: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. Fwd side of BS178 bulkhead cracked at WL235 Lt. & Rt. sides (4 cracks total)
- [SDR 159PL0018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0018), Jun 7, 2002: SKIN. CRACKED. Fuselage skin cracked at fwd entry door lower hinge cutout at Sta303
- [SDR 159PL0017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0017), Jun 7, 2002: BEAM. CRACKED. Cargo floor beam cracked at BS460 at Str27Rt.
- [SDR 159PL0016](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0016), Jun 7, 2002: FRAME. CRACKED. Frame cracked at Sta400 at Str26Lt.
- [SDR 159PL0015](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0015), Jun 7, 2002: FRAME. CRACKED. Frame cracked at Sta440 at Str26Lt.
- [SDR 159PL0014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0014), Jun 7, 2002: TIE CLIP. CRACKED. STRINGER TIE CLIP CRACKED AT STA 500A STR 26 LT.
- [SDR 159PL0013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0013), Jun 7, 2002: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. CORROSION ON STA328 FLOORBEAM AT RBL30
- [SDR 159PL0012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0012), Jun 7, 2002: TIE. CRACKED. BS460 left frame tie cracked at lower fastener just above Str16Lt.
- [SDR 159PL0011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0011), Jun 7, 2002: GALLEY TRACK. CORRODED. Corrosion on right O/B galley track at fwd end
- [SDR 159PL0010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0010), Jun 7, 2002: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. CORROSION AT CLIP NUT HOLE IN FLOORBEAM AT LBL6 STA 344.
- [SDR 159PL0009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0009), Jun 7, 2002: DOOR FRAME. CRACKED. FWD SERVICE DOOR CRACKED IN AFT FRAME AT LOWER AFT CAM ROLLER.
- [SDR 159PL0008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0008), Jun 7, 2002: FRAME. CRACKED. Fwd entry door top frame cracked fwd of upper aft stop fitting
- [SDR 159PL0007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0007), Jun 7, 2002: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. Rt. O/B seat track corroded BS328 to BS360
- [SDR 159PL0006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0006), Jun 7, 2002: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. Rt. I/B seat track corroded BS328 to BS360
- [SDR 159PL0005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0005), Jun 7, 2002: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. CORROSION ON TOP OF 987 FLOORBEAM.
- [SDR 159PL0004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0004), Jun 7, 2002: TIE CLIP. CRACKED. Stringer tie clips cracked upper lobe of cabin various locations (41) total
- [SDR 159PL0003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0003), Jun 7, 2002: BEAM. CORRODED. B.S.967 floor beam at RBL24 has corroded spot at fastener hole
- [SDR 159PL0002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0002), Jun 7, 2002: ANGLE. CRACKED. Vertical chord cracked on aft side of BS 178 bulkhead B/B 5.7L
- [SDR N159PL0001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N159PL0001), Jun 7, 2002: ANGLE. CRACKED. Vertical chord cracked on aft side of BS 178 bulkhead B/B 5.7L
- [SDR 159PL0001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/159PL0001), Apr 15, 2002: LIGHT. Emer floor lighting bulb at row 8 broken. R&R bulb.
- [SDR 2002F00259](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002F00259), Dec 6, 2001: FLASHLIGHT. INOPERATIVE. AFT EMERGENCY FLASHLIGHT INOPERATIVE. REMOVED AND REPLACED LIGHT ASSEMBLY, OPS CHECKED OK. (M)
- [SDR 2002F00263](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002F00263), Nov 30, 2001: LIGHT. INOPERATIVE. R2 DOOR OVERHEAD EMERGENCY LIGHT INOPERATIVE. REMOVED AND REPLACED LIGHT PACK, OPS CHECK OK. (M)
- [SDR 2002F00266](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002F00266), Nov 1, 2001: EXHAUST PIPE. CRACKED. DISCOLORATION OF PAIN ON COWLING, NR 2 ENGINE. FOUND HOLE, APPROX 1 INCH SQUARE, IN TAIL PIPE EXTENSION. HEAT SHIELD OUTER SKIN. (M)
- [SDR 20010425AP021](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010425AP021), Mar 7, 2001: INDICATOR. MALFUNCTIONED. GUA - FLT 514 - ENGINE NR 2 LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON, AND OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR SHOWED 30 PSI. ENGINE WAS SECURED. CONDITION OCCURRED AFTER LANDING AT GU
- [SDR 20001127AP009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001127AP009), Jul 28, 2000: FIRE WARNING. MALFUNCTIONED. IN FLIGHT SHUTDOWN OF NR 2 ENIGNE DUE TO FIRE WARNING ON APPROACH. BOTTLES FIRED. DECLARED EMERGENCY WITH UNEVENTFUL LANDING. NO EVIDENCE OF FIRE OR OVERHEAT. R
- [SDR 20001127AP008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001127AP008), May 23, 2000: STRINGER. CORRODED. STRINGER 27L, STATION 986.5 CORRODED. CUTOUT DAMAGED AREA AND INSTALLED SPLICE REPAIR IAW SRM 53-10-3 FIG 1, 51-10-2 AND 51-30-0. (M)
- [SDR 99ZZZM300](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZM300), Mar 2, 1999: BULB. FAILED. WHITE FLOOR EMERGENCY LIGHT INOPERATIVE. REPLACED EMERGENCY FLOOR LIGHT BULB AT ROW 8 IAW B737 MM 33-20-0. (M)
- [SDR 99ZZZM299](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZM299), Jan 20, 1999: BATTERY PACK. DISCHARGED. EMERGENCY TRACK LIGHTING REMAINS ON IN ARM POSITION WITH A/C POWER ON LINE AND EXTERIOR EMERGENCY LIGHTS INOPERATIVE. CYCLED SWITCH TO OFF AND REPLACED EMERGENC
- [SDR 98ZZZX4147](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4147), Nov 5, 1998: CHANNEL. CORRODED. DURING MAINTENANCE CHECK, CORROSION NOTED ON FORWARD LAVATORY AFT WALL SUPPORT FS 294 - FS 312 - LBL 37, APPROXIMATE.
- [SDR 99ZZZM43](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZM43), Oct 16, 1998: LIGHT. INOPERATIVE. AFT PASSENGER DOOR INTERIOR EMERGENCY EXIT LIGHT ASSY INOPERATIVE. REPLACE LIGHT ASSY WITH SERVICEABLE UNIT AND OPS CHECK NORMAL IAW B737 WDM 33-51-01 PAGE 31. 
- [SDR 98ZZZX4308](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4308), Sep 29, 1998: FLOOR BEAM. CORRODED. DURING MAINTENANCE CHECK, CORROSION NOTED ON UPPER T-CHORD OF FLOOR BEAM 967, LBL 5.
- [SDR 98ZZZX4307](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4307), Sep 29, 1998: SUPPORT. CORRODED. DURING MAINTENANCE CHECK, CORROSION NOTED ON FLOOR BOARD SUPPORT FS 294 - FS 312, LBL 12, APROXIMATE.
- [SDR 98ZZZX4306](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4306), Sep 29, 1998: FLOOR BEAM. CORRODED. DURING MAINTENANCE CHECK, CORROSION NOTED FLOOR BEAM AT INTERSECTION OF FRAME 1016 LBL 38.
- [SDR 98ZZZX4305](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4305), Sep 29, 1998: CHANNEL. CORRODED. DURING A C-CHECK, CORROSION NOTED ON AFT LAVATORY FORWARD WALL HAT CHANNEL. (AFT OF FLOOR BEAM 986.5) LBL 16, APPROXIMATE.
- [SDR 98ZZZX4148](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4148), Sep 29, 1998: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING MAINTENANCE CHECK, CORROSION NOTED ON UPPER T-CHORD OF FLOORBEAM 294.5, RBL 25 TO LBL 30.
- [SDR 98ZZZX4146](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4146), Sep 29, 1998: STRINGER. CORRODED. DURING MAINTENANCE CHECK, CORROSION WAS NOTED ON AFT PIT BILGE AREA STR 27L, FS 947 - FS 967.

All 58: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-242/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (642, first 50)

Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC ST03438NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03438NY): Installation of Adams Rite Lavatory Equipment. Delta Engineering Corporation
- [STC ST02269NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02269NY): Installation of Self Illuminating Floor Path Marking System. Lufthansa Technik AG
- [STC ST12461IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST12461IB): Installation of Cockpit Voice Recorder with optional RIPS Upgrade. Mid- Canada Mod Center
- [STC ST00885LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00885LA): Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles. AMETEK AMERON, LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
- [STC ST00197IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00197IB): Installation of the Universal Quick Access Recorder (uQAR). Flight Data Technologies Inc
- [STC ST00555AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00555AT): Installation of Airshow 210 system. AIRCRAFT RECONFIG TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. Lists 737 Series
- [STC ST02193AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02193AT-D): Installation of Collins 5 ATI EHSI System. AIRCRAFT RECONFIG TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
- [STC ST02272AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02272AT-D): Installation of a Position Light Power Control. AIRCRAFT RECONFIG TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
- [STC ST02626AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02626AT-D): Installation of a Cabin Divider. AIRCRAFT RECONFIG TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
- [STC ST00952LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00952LA): Installation of Mass Systems fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Kidde fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles. AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
- [STC ST04328NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04328NY): The Manufacture and Installation of Exterior Placards, Labels and Signs is to be performed, installed. Libellule Monde Inc
- [STC ST03875NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03875NY): Installation of interior placards, signs and markings. Libellule Monde Inc
- [STC SA2622NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2622NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC ST03363AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03363AT): Installation of a single Universal Avionics Class "A" TAWS system. ARC145 LLC
- [STC ST00030IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00030IB): Installation of Test Tech ELT. APTOZ EHF
- [STC SA2542WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2542WE): Installation of wing-tip mounted logo lights. The Boeing Company
- [STC ST09191AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09191AC): Installation of DeVore wing fwd position light assembly. (737 ALL). The Boeing Company
- [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc
- [STC SA1188NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1188NW): Installation of Spacemaker II interior conversion kit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA1971NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1971NM): Installation of coat closet/class divider/closet units. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA2077NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2077NM): Install overhead storage Quikbin retrofit kits. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA2366NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2366NM): Installation of Spacemaker II interior retrofit kit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA3133NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3133NM): Installation of Windscreen Stowage Unit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA3456NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3456NM): Installation of cabin divider. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA3493NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3493NM): Installation of windscreen and coatroom. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA3652NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3652NM): Installation of overhead bins, 'Carry-All Extension Kit'. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA3936NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3936NM): Installation of Header and Cabin Divider. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA4783NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4783NM): Installation of a modular lavatory(retrofit installation). Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA5532NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5532NM): Installation of stowage unit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA883NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA883NW): Installation of the Mark I interior conversion kit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST00030SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00030SE): Installation of SpaceMaker II interior. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST00035LB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00035LB): Installation of galley modules. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST00062LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00062LA): Installation of galley modules and stowage units. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST00351SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00351SE): Installation of SpaceMaker I interior modular kit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST00683LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00683LA): Installation of a FWD R/H Coat Closet. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST01066LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01066LA): Installation of a R/H windscreen. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST01335LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01335LA): Installation of a reinforced cockpit door. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST02178LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02178LA): Installation of a windscreen. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST03381NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03381NY): Installation of Apple iPad EFB Provisions. Avionics Design Services Ltd
- [STC SA3140NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3140NM): Installation of floor proximity emergency escape path marking system. Bruce Aerospace Inc
- [STC ST01738AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01738AT): Installation of additional sensors (from 11 to 18) for recording additional parameters on Digital Flight Data Recorders (DFDR) manufactured by L-3 Com (formerly Loral/Fairchild) and Allied Signal. Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA1097NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1097NW): Installation of Winters AirStair at the aft passenger entrance. Dow Aero LLC
- [STC ST00840CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00840CH): Installation of Single and Dual Honeywell HT-9100 GNSS GPS Navigation Systems with provisions for Single or Dual DME. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc
- [STC ST01060CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01060CH): Installation of GPS antenna provisions. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc
- [STC ST01798CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01798CH): Installation of a Honeywell Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System per Electronic Cable Specialists Master Data List ECS-201532 latest FAA approved revision. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies, Inc
- [STC ST01118CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01118CH): Installatin of an Electronic Cable Specialist Laptop Stowage/Charger Assembly (Class 1 Electronic Flight Bag provisions). Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies, Inc
- [STC ST02637CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02637CH): Installation of ECS EZMount® mechanical mounting assemblies. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc
- [STC ST11887IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST11887IB): Installation of Dual Universal Avionics EFI-890R Advanced Flight Display System. Mid Canada Mod Center
- [STC ST00079IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00079IB): Integration of Halon-free Portable Fire Extinguisher HAFEX. UMLAUT ENGINEERING GMBH
- [STC ST01804LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01804LA): Installation of Lower Cargo Smoke Detection and Fire Suppression System. Aero Technik Inc

All 642: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-242/stcs.md

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Boeing 737-205](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-205): 3 registered aircraft, registry code 1384456
- [Boeing 737-200](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-200): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 1384451
- [Boeing 737-201](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-201): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 1384454
- [Boeing 737-209](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-209): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 13844AE
- [Boeing 737-230](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-230): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1384401
- [Boeing 737-248](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-248): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1384402
- [Boeing 737-204](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-204): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1384458
- [Boeing 737-212](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-212): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1384461
- [Boeing 737-217](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-217): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1384464
- [Boeing 737-266](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-266): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1384466
- [Boeing 737-219](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-219): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1384469
- [Boeing 737-214](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-737-214): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 138446R

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