AD 65-07-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100 Long Body | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100B Long Body | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100B Short Body | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-200 | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300 Series | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300B Series | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300C Series | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-400 Series | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 720 Series | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 720B Series | BOEING Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Fires in the cabin lower sidewall panels in the return air system
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Required Actions
Install lower sidewall modifications including flame-resistant insulation, fire-stop air baffles, and metal grills in areas other than behind galleys and other equipment located flush against the cabin sidewall within 5,000 hours' time in service after March 20, 1964. Additionally, install similar modifications behind galleys and other equipment located flush against the cabin sidewall within 6,000 hours' time in service after March 20, 1964, following Boeing Service Bulletins or FAA-approved equivalents.
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Compliance Time
Within 5,000 hours' time in service after March 20, 1964 (for areas other than behind galleys) and within 6,000 hours' time in service after March 20, 1964 (for areas behind galleys)
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Models 707 and 720 Series Aircraft
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