AD 2001-24-34
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | DC-8-70 | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-8-70 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Arcing, burning, chafing, damage, or cable droop in the generator power feeder cables, support brackets, and clamps at engine pylons could lead to a fire on the ground if a fuel leak exists in an engine pylon.
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Required Actions
Inspect the generator power feeder cables, support brackets, and clamps for evidence of arcing, burning, chafing, damage, or cable droop. Replace or repair parts as necessary. Tighten cable terminal nuts to specified torque. Replace the support clamps of the generator power feeder cable on engine pylons 1, 2, 3, and 4 with new support clamps.
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Compliance Time
Within 1 year after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
All McDonnell Douglas Model DC-8-70 series airplanes, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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