AD 2003-24-14

final rule
Data completeness: 70%

Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes

AD Number
2003-24-14
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-150-AD
FR Citation
68 FR 67794

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft McDonnell Douglas Various Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Heat damage and/or electrical arcing of improperly installed wiring, which could lead to smoke and fire in various areas of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Perform a one-time detailed inspection to detect discrepancies of exposed electrical wiring installations as specified in the referenced service bulletins. If discrepancies are found, perform corrective actions in accordance with the applicable service bulletin before further flight.

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Compliance Time

Within 6 years after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

All McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 airplanes, certificated in any category.

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