AD 65-21-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300B Series | BOEING Models 707B, 707C, and 720B Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300C Series | BOEING Models 707B, 707C, and 720B Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 720B Series | BOEING Models 707B, 707C, and 720B Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The forward thrust reverser indicating light switch striker bracket may be distorted by reverser actuation impact loads resulting in false indications of reverser operation.
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Required Actions
Replace existing sheet metal striker brackets, P/N 66-14396-1, with cast striker bracket, P/N 69-31381-1 or equivalent in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 2039 dated December 21, 1964 or later FAA-approved revision. Approval of any equivalent means must be processed through the Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region, Los Angeles, California.
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Compliance Time
within the next 1,200 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD unless already accomplished
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Models 707B, 707C, and 720B Series Airplanes
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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