AD 2000-23-31
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | Various | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-82 (MD-82) and DC-9-83 (MD-83) Series Airplanes, and Model MD-88 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Arcing and heat damage of the Luminator fluorescent lamp holders located outboard of the Passenger Service Unit panel, which could result in smoke and fire in the passenger compartment.
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Required Actions
Deactivate the left and right lower sidewall lights located in the passenger compartment, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD80-33A115, dated August 10, 2000.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-82 (MD-82) and DC-9-83 (MD-83) series airplanes, and Model MD-88 airplanes, certificated in any category, as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD80-33A115, dated August 10, 2000.
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