AD 2007-11-08

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 727 Airplanes

AD Number
2007-11-08
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2007-28254
FR Citation
72 FR 28594

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 727 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 727 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing of the fuel boost pump electrical wiring and leakage of fuel into the conduit, which could result in arc-through of the conduit and consequent fire or explosion of the fuel tank.

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Required Actions

Inspect for damage of the electrical wire and sleeve that run to the fuel boost pump through a conduit in the fuel tank, and for arcing damage of, and signs of fuel leakage into, the conduit. Perform a new engine fuel suction feed operational test. Take applicable investigative and corrective actions, including replacing the wire sleeve, replacing damaged wire with specified wire types, leak testing the conduit if fuel signs are found, and repairing or replacing damaged conduit.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

All Boeing Model 727 airplanes.

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