AD 2013-07-08

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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AD Number
2013-07-08
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2011-1094
FR Citation
78 FR 22172

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing Company Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Defective, misapplied, or missing secondary fuel vapor barriers on the center fuel tank could allow fuel leaks or fumes into the pressurized cabin, and allow fuel or fuel vapors to come in contact with an ignition source, which could result in a fire or an explosion.

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Required Actions

Inspect for discrepancies and insufficient coverage of the secondary fuel barrier. Determine the thickness of the secondary fuel barrier. Take corrective actions if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 72 months of the effective date (May 20, 2013).

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Affected Aircraft

The Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes, including specific groups and configurations as outlined in the referenced service bulletins.

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