AD 2002-13-10

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Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-10-10, -10F, -15, -30, -30F, -30F (KC10A and KDC-10), -40, and -40F Airplanes; Model MD-10-10F and -30F Airplanes; and Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes

AD Number
2002-13-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-46-AD
FR Citation
67 FR 45053

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-10-10, -10F, -15, -30, -30F, -30F (KC10A and KDC-10), -40, and -40F Airplanes; Model MD-10-10F and -30F Airplanes; and Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Arcing of connectors in the fuel boost/transfer pump circuit, which could result in a fire or explosion of the fuel tank.

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Required Actions

Conduct repetitive tests for electrical continuity and resistance of the fuel boost/transfer pump connectors. Perform repetitive inspections to detect discrepancies in the connectors. Take corrective actions if necessary.

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Affected Aircraft

McDonnell Douglas Model DC-10-10, -10F, -15, -30, -30F, -30F (KC10A and KDC-10), -40, and -40F airplanes; Model MD-10-10F and -30F airplanes; and Model MD-11 and -11F airplanes.

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