AD 2016-10-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Fokker | Services B | Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
A wiring failure, external to the center wing fuel tank, could cause a hot short circuit to a maximum level sensor wire, resulting in excessive heating of the maximum level sensor element, which could create an ignition source in the center wing fuel tank vapor space.
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Required Actions
Modify the wiring of the maximum level sensors in the center wing fuel tank, perform after-installation tests, and take corrective action if necessary. Revise the airplane maintenance or inspection program to incorporate fuel airworthiness limitation items and critical design configuration control limitations.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months of the effective date (July 12, 2016).
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Affected Aircraft
Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes, certificated in any category, equipped with a center wing tank.
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