AD 2004-13-23
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | Various | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas DC-9-82 (MD-82) and DC-9-83 (MD-83) Airplanes; and Model MD-88 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Insufficient engagement of the captain's and first officer's seat track locking pins caused by seat track misalignment, which could result in uncommanded movement of the seats during takeoff and landing, potentially interfering with the operation of the airplane and causing temporary loss of control.
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Required Actions
Perform a detailed inspection of the captain's and first officer's seat track locking pins for sufficient engagement, and take any applicable corrective actions as specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD80-25A367, Revision 01, dated June 14, 2002. Any corrective actions must be completed before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 6 months after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas DC-9-82 (MD-82) and DC-9-83 (MD-83) airplanes, and Model MD-88 airplanes, as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD80-25A367, Revision 01, dated June 14, 2002, certificated in any category.
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