AD 2000-07-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | MD-11 | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
A broken or cracked light bulb housing of the First Officer map light could expose the power contactor, potentially causing the map light to short or overheat, leading to smoke or fire in the cockpit.
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Required Actions
Deactivate the map light assemblies; or modify and reidentify the insulation blankets adjacent to certain map light assemblies. Conduct a general visual inspection to detect damage of the Captain, First Officer, and Right Observer map light assemblies, followed by necessary follow-on actions.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 series airplanes, as specified in the AD.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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