AD 2002-16-15

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2002-16-15
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-387-AD
FR Citation
67 FR 54333

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 777 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing of the fuel quantity indicator system (FQIS) wiring on surrounding structures and systems, which could result in exposure of the bare conductor and potential electrical arcing and explosion in the fuel tank.

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Required Actions

Modify the supports for the wire bundles of the FQIS. Perform follow-on actions if necessary to prevent chafing of the FQIS wiring.

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 777 series airplanes, as specified in the AD.

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