AD 2009-12-06

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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-300, -400, -500, -600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2009-12-06
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2007-0163
FR Citation
74 FR 27698

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing 737-300 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-300, -400, -500, -600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

The flightcrew's inability to turn off power to in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems and other non-essential electrical systems during a non-normal or emergency situation could result in the inability to control smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or cabin.

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Required Actions

Install a new circuit breaker, relays, and wiring to allow the flightcrew to turn off electrical power to the IFE systems and other non-essential electrical systems through a switch in the flight compartment. Perform other specified actions as outlined in the AD.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months of the effective date (July 16, 2009).

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 737-300, -400, -500, -600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 series airplanes, as identified in the referenced Boeing service bulletins.

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