AD 2000-24-15

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2000-24-15
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-36-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 75620

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Improper wire installations during manufacture and/or maintenance can lead to electrical arcing and/or heat damaged wires, potentially causing fire and smoke in various areas of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Conduct a one-time detailed visual inspection of all electrical wiring installations in various areas of the airplane to detect discrepancies. Take corrective actions if necessary, including repositioning wires or clamps where no gap is visible between the wire bundle and blanket when pressure is applied, specifically where wiring is routed over structural frames.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 series airplanes, manufacturer's fuselage numbers 0447 through 0635, certificated in any category.

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