AD 2002-09-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | Various | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), and MD-88 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Chafing and/or preloading of the electrical power feeder cables in the aft cargo compartment sidewall could lead to arcing, potentially causing damage to equipment and adjacent structure, resulting in smoke and/or fire in the cargo compartment.
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Required Actions
Inspect the electrical power feeder cables in the aft cargo compartment sidewall for chafing and/or preloading. Take corrective actions if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), and MD-88 airplanes.
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