AD 2008-18-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Embraer | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The pressure equalization valve was not installed in the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel, on the forward and/or aft cargo compartments, thus affecting the effectiveness of fire detection, containment, and suppression.
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Required Actions
Within 500 flight hours after the effective date, perform a general visual inspection to determine whether the pressure equalization valves (part number 120-48865-003) are installed. If any valve is not installed, within 700 flight hours after the effective date, install the valve in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of EMBRAER Service Bulletin 170-21-0032 or 190-21-0019.
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Compliance Time
Within 500 flight hours for inspection, and within 700 flight hours for installation if necessary.
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Affected Aircraft
EMBRAER Model ERJ 170-100 LR, -100 STD, -100 SE, -100 SU, -200 LR, -200 STD, and -200 SU airplanes, serial numbers 17000002, 17000004 through 17000013, and 17000015 through 17000154; and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 IGW, -100 ECJ, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes, serial numbers 19000002, 19000004, and 19000006 through 19000060.
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