AD 62-08-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100 Long Body | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100B Long Body | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100B Short Body | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-200 | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300 Series | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300B Series | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300C Series | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-400 Series | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 720 Series | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 720B Series | BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of the electrical system and accumulation of dense smoke in the cockpit and cabin due to loose lugs, braided leads, inadequate separation of braid jumpers, overheating wiring, or capacitor issues within the J6 electrical panel.
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Required Actions
Inspect electrical components and wiring in the J6 panel to ensure lugs and braided leads are tightly secured, braid jumpers are adequately separated, no overheating or capacitor leaks exist. Repair as needed using acceptable maintenance practices.
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Compliance Time
within the next 25 hours' time in service
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Affected Aircraft
All 707 and 720 Series Aircraft
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Federal Register Abstract
Electrical System
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AD Final Rules - DRS_62-08-05.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 62-08-05 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft Subject: Electrical System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: The Boeing Company Model: 707-100 Long Body | 707-100B Long Body | 707-100B Short Body | 707-200 | 707-300 Series | 707-300B S...Show more Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 62-08-05 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 62-08-05 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 62-08-05 BOEING: Amdt. 422 Part 507 Federal Register April 17, 1962. Applies to All 707 and 720 Series Aircraft. As a result of a recent incident involving loss of the electrical system and accumulation of dense smoke in the cockpit and cabin, the following is required: (a) Unless already accomplished in accordance with recommendations contained in the telegram dated March 23, 1962, issued by Boeing Aircraft Company, within the next 25 hours' time in service, inspect electrical components and wiring within the J6 electrical panel to determine that: (1) Lugs and braided leads are tightly secured to the contractor studs; (2) Braid jumpers are adequately separated from adjacent jumpers to prevent contact; (3) There is no evidence of overheating in wiring and braided leads; and (4) There is no evidence of capacitor leaks, swelling or overheating. (b) If any of the foregoing items require corrective action, repair in accordance with acceptable maintenance practices. This directive effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated March 30, 1962. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_62-08-05.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 62-08-05 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft Subject: Electrical System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: Make: The Boeing Company Model: 707-100 Long Body | 707-100B Long Body | 707-100B Short Body | 707-200 | 707-300 Series | 707-300B S...Show more Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 62-08-05 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 62-08-05 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING 707 and 720 Series Aircraft ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 62-08-05 BOEING: Amdt. 422 Part 507 Federal Register April 17, 1962. Applies to All 707 and 720 Series Aircraft. As a result of a recent incident involving loss of the electrical system and accumulation of dense smoke in the cockpit and cabin, the following is required: (a) Unless already accomplished in accordance with recommendations contained in the telegram dated March 23, 1962, issued by Boeing Aircraft Company, within the next 25 hours' time in service, inspect electrical components and wiring within the J6 electrical panel to determine that: (1) Lugs and braided leads are tightly secured to the contractor studs; (2) Braid jumpers are adequately separated from adjacent jumpers to prevent contact; (3) There is no evidence of overheating in wiring and braided leads; and (4) There is no evidence of capacitor leaks, swelling or overheating. (b) If any of the foregoing items require corrective action, repair in accordance with acceptable maintenance practices. This directive effective upon publication in the Federal Register for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated March 30, 1962. FOOTER:
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