AD 2003-21-10

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Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes

AD Number
2003-21-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-52-AD
FR Citation
68 FR 60283

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft McDonnell Douglas MD-11 and -11F Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Arcing damage of the terminal strips, surrounding structure, and electrical cables in the forward cargo compartment can lead to damage to the terminal strips and adjacent structure, and potentially smoke/fire in the forward cargo compartment.

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Required Actions

Inspect the terminal strips, surrounding structure, and electrical cables in the forward cargo compartment for arcing damage. Repair or replace any damaged parts with new parts. Modify the applicable terminal strip installation in the cargo compartment. Replace the applicable terminal strips in the cargo compartment with new strips.

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Compliance Time

Within 18 months after the effective date of this AD

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Affected Aircraft

McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F airplanes, as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD11-24A174, Revision 03, dated July 25, 2002; certificated in any category.

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