AD 2003-08-02

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Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-90-30 Airplanes

AD Number
2003-08-02
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-386-AD
FR Citation
68 FR 18112

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft McDonnell Douglas MD-90-30 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-90-30 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing and damage of the cable assemblies due to contact between the cable and the metal retaining clip on the seat leg, which could result in electrical arcing and consequent smoke and/or fire in the cabin.

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Required Actions

Inspect the cable assemblies for chafing or damage. Modify the cable assemblies of the powered seats located in the first-class cabin.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight.

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Affected Aircraft

McDonnell Douglas Model MD-90-30 airplanes.

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