AD 2004-22-20
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | MD-11 and MD-11F | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and MD-11F Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Arcing between a power feeder cable and terminal board support bracket, which could result in arcing damage to the power feeder cables, terminal boards, and adjacent structure, leading to smoke and/or fire in the cabin.
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Required Actions
Replace low base terminal boards with higher base terminal boards within 18 months after the effective date. Perform all related investigative action and applicable corrective actions as specified in the service bulletin before further flight. If structural damage is encountered that is not covered in the structural repair manual, repair it in accordance with a method approved by the Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA.
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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 MD-11F airplanes, as listed in McDonnell Douglas Alert Service Bulletin MD11-24A175, Revision 01, dated April 25, 2003; certificated in any category.
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