AD 2016-19-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Boeing | Company | Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
A cam latch on the main cargo door (MCD) broke during flight, which could reduce the structural integrity of the MCD and result in potential loss of the cargo door and rapid decompression of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the MCD cam latches, latch pins, and latch pin cross bolts. Replace any discrepant latch pins and perform a detailed inspection of the mating cam latch for cracks or gouges. Perform related investigative and corrective actions as necessary. Rig the MCD.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
The Boeing Company Model 707-300, 707-300B, 707-300C, 727C, 727-100C, and 727-200F series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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