AD 2006-15-05

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-200, -300, and -400 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2006-15-05
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2005-20731
FR Citation
71 FR 41113

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 737-200 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-200, -300, and -400 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing of the direct-current-powered float switch wiring insulation in the center fuel tank, which could lead to contamination of the fueling float switch of the auxiliary fuel tank by moisture or fuel, and chafing of the float switch wiring against the float switch conduit in the fuel tank, presenting an ignition source inside the fuel tank that could cause a fire or explosion.

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Required Actions

Replace the existing fueling float switch in the auxiliary fuel tank with a new, improved fueling float switch. Install a new liner system inside the float switch conduit. Perform related investigative and other specified actions as outlined in the service bulletin.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 737-200, -300, and -400 series airplanes equipped with auxiliary fuel tanks.

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