AD 2002-16-09

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Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200 Airplanes

AD Number
2002-16-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2002-NM-147-AD
FR Citation
67 FR 53465

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft McDonnell Douglas 717-200 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Failure of the solenoid operated shut-off valve (SOV) of the inboard and outboard spoiler actuator assemblies, combined with high electrical resistance in the solenoid, could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Conduct repetitive tests to detect failure of the SOV of the spoiler actuator assemblies. Take corrective action if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

All McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200 airplanes.

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