AD 2007-19-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | MD-10-10F and MD-10-30F | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-10-10F and MD-10-30F Airplanes, Model MD-11 and MD-11F Airplanes, and Model 717-200 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Reported violations of the selected flight control panel (FCP) altitude during flight management system (FMS) profile (PROF) descents, which could lead to an uncommanded descent below the selected level-off altitude, potentially reducing separation from nearby air traffic or terrain.
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Required Actions
For Model 717-200 airplanes, upgrade the versatile integrated avionics (VIA) digital computer with new system software. For all affected airplanes, revise the Limitations section of the airplane flight manual (AFM) to prohibit use of the FMS PROF mode for descent and/or approach operations unless certain conditions are met.
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Compliance Time
Within a specified timeframe (not fully detailed in the provided text).
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Model MD-10-10F and MD-10-30F airplanes, Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes, and Model 717-200 airplanes (specifically those identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 717-31-0013, dated March 25, 2005).
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