AD 2013-08-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | Company | Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Damage to the upper fire seals on the forward edge of the thrust reverser, where the fire seal contacts the 12-o'clock engine strut, and incorrect stiffness or vent holes could allow airflow into the engine fire zone and degrade the ability to extinguish an engine fire.
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Required Actions
Inspect the upper fire seals on the forward edge of the thrust reverser for damage, correct stiffness, and vent holes; perform corrective actions if necessary; and install a bracket for the fire seal.
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Compliance Time
Within 36 months after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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