AD 2015-11-05

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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AD Number
2015-11-05
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2014-0342
FR Citation
80 FR 30928

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing Company Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Reports of very high temperatures, near the floor in the aft lower lobe cargo compartment, which could lead to overheating and the release of flammable vapors from temperature-sensitive cargo, potentially resulting in a fire or explosion if exposed to an ignition source.

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Required Actions

Install an additional zone temperature sensor (ZTS) assembly in the aft cargo compartment. For certain airplanes, install tape and replace the markers in the bulk cargo compartment unless terminated by the early installation of the ZTS.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months of the effective date (July 6, 2015).

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Affected Aircraft

The Boeing Company Model 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, 747-8F, and 747-8 series airplanes.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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