AD 2010-20-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | McDonnell Douglas | Corporation Model DC-10-30 | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-10-30, DC-10-30F, DC-10-30F (KC-10A and KDC-10), DC-10-40, DC-10-40F, and MD-10-30F Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect wire bundles to determine if wires touch the upper surface of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank and mark the location if necessary. Inspect for splices and damage of all wire bundles above the center upper auxiliary fuel tank. Inspect for damage to the fuel vapor barrier seal and upper surface of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank. Install non-metallic barrier/shield sleeving, new clamps, new attaching hardware, and new extruded channels.
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Compliance Time
Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-10-30, DC-10-30F, DC-10-30F (KC-10A and KDC-10), DC-10-40, DC-10-40F, and MD-10-30F airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin DC10-28-244, dated February 25, 2010.
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