AD 69-12-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100 Long Body | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100B Long Body | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-100B Short Body | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-200 | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300 Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300B Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-300C Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 707-400 Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 720 Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 720B Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 727-100 Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 727-100C Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 727-200 Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 727-200F Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 727 Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 727C Series | BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The takeoff warning system may not arm at the correct thrust lever position, and flight crews may not be adequately informed of system characteristics, potentially leading to undetected unsafe conditions during takeoff such as incorrect stabilizer trim, flap settings, or speed brake position.
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Required Actions
Modify the takeoff warning actuating switch installation per Boeing Service Bulletins 2384 (707/720 series) and 27-102 (727 series) or equivalent, and revise the Airplane Flight Manual's warning horn section as specified for different model configurations.
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Compliance Time
within 1000 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing 707/720 and 727 series airplanes listed in Boeing Service Bulletins 2384 and 27-102, including specific models like 707-100, -200, -300 series, 727, and variants as detailed in the AD.
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Federal Register Abstract
Takeoff Warning System
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AD Final Rules - DRS_69-12-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 69-12-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes Subject: Takeoff Warning System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 09/09/1969 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: 69-12-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-813 AD NUMBER: 69-12-02 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective September 9, 1969. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 69-12-02 BOEING: Amendment 39-813: 707/720 and 727 series airplanes. Applies to all Boeing 707/720 and 727 series airplanes, as appropriate. Compliance required within 1000 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless previously accomplished. To provide for (1) arming of the takeoff warning system at about 25 degrees of thrust lever advancement from the idle position, and (2) to advise flight crews of the characteristics of the system, accomplish the following: A. For 707/720 series airplanes listed in Boeing S.B. No. 2384, dated January 31, 1967, or later FAA approved revisions, modify the takeoff warning actuating switch installation in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin No. 2384, dated January 31, 1967, or later FAA approved revision, or by an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA, Western Region. B. For 727 series airplanes listed in Boeing S.B. 27-102, Revision 1, dated July 7, 1967, or later FAA approved revisions, modify the takeoff warning actuating switch installation in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin No. 27-102, Revision 1, dated July 7, 1967, or later FAA approved revision, or by an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA, Western Region. NOTE: Some operators have modified the throttle control system to incorporate automatic throttle controls using equipment not designed by Boeing. In such installations, the modification kits available from Boeing for compliance with Service Bulletin No 27-102 may not be applicable, and operators should submit their modification for FAA approval. C. For all 707/720 and 727 airplanes listed in this paragraph, incorporate revisions in the FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual as follows: 1. For models 707-100/-200/-400/-100B (except -123B and -138B) / -300B/- 300B (ADV)/ -300C, REVISE SECTION III, Existing Paragraph Headed "Warning Horn," to read: WARNING HORN LANDING The warning horn will sound when any thrust lever is retarded or the flap control lever is in the 40 degree or 50 degree detent with the landing gear in the "unsafe to land position." NOTE: (Applicable only for airplanes incorporating Boeing Service Bulletin 1891) When the landing gear warning horn circuit modification is installed, landing gear warning horn will not function with outboard flaps in the fully retracted position. However, landing gear warning lights will function when thrust levers are retarded to idle power. TAKEOFF Sounding of the warning horn, when the No. 3 thrust lever is advanced to takeoff thrust indicates one or more of the following: (a) Speed brakes handle is not in the zero degree detent. (b) Stabilizer trim is not within the green band range used for takeoffs. (c) Wing flaps are not in the takeoff position. CAUTION: The warning horn will not: 1. Be armed for sounding at the lower ambient temperatures due to No. 3 thrust lever takeoff positioning not actuating the thrust lever quadrant switch, or 2. Indicate stabilizer trim is in the improper takeoff position specified for actual center of gravity location. CABIN PRESSURIZATION The warning horn will sound intermittently whenever the cabin altitude exceeds 10,000 feet. 2. For Models 707-300/720/720B/707-123B and -138B, REVISE SECTION III, Existing Paragraph Headed "Warning Horn," to read: WARNING HORN LANDING The warning horn will sound when any thrust lever is retarded or the flap control lever is in the 40 degree or 50 degree detent with the landing gear in the "unsafe to land position." NOTE: (Applicable only for airplanes incorporating Service Bulletin No. 1891) When the landing gear warning horn circuit modification is installed, landing gear warning horn will not function with outboard flaps in the fully retracted position. However, landing gear warning lights will function when thrust levers are retarded to idle power. TAKEOFF Sounding of the warning horn when the No. 3 thrust lever is advanced to takeoff thrust indicates one or more of the following: (a) Speed brakes handle is not in the zero degree detent. (b) Stabilizer trim is not within the green band range used for takeoffs. (c) Wing flaps are not in one of the approved takeoff flap setting positions. (d) An essential A-C power failure has occurred during takeoff. (applicable only for Models 707-123B/ -138B/ 720-023B airplanes) CAUTION: The warning horn will not: 1. Be armed for sounding at the lower ambient temperatures due to No. 3 thrust lever takeoff positioning not actuating the thrust lever quadrant switch, or 2. Indicate stabilizer trim is in the improper takeoff position specified for actual center of gravity location. 3. Indicate wing flaps are in the improper takeoff position specified for actual takeoff speeds and performance limits. CABIN PRESSURIZATION The warning horn will sound intermittently whenever the cabin altitude exceeds 10,000 feet. 3. For Models 727/727C/727-200 ADD NEW PARAGRAPH HEADING "WARNING HORN" IN SECTION 3, to read: WARNING HORN LANDING The warning horn will sound when any thrust lever is retarded or the flap control lever is retarded or the flap control lever is in the 30 degree or 40 degree detent with the landing gear in an "unsafe to land position." TAKEOFF Sounding of the warning horn, when No. 3 thrust lever is advanced to takeoff thrust, indicates one or more of the following: (a) Speed brakes handle is not in the zero degree detent. (b) Stabilizer trim is not within the green band range used for takeoffs. (c) Wing flaps are not in one of the approved takeoff flap setting positions. (d) Auxiliary power unit door is not latched. (If APU installed) CAUTION: The warning horn will not: 1. Be armed for sounding at the lower ambient temperatures due to No. 3 thrust lever takeoff positioning not actuating the thrust lever quadrant switch, or 2. Indicate stabilizer trim is in the improper takeoff position specified for actual center of gravity location. 3. Indicate wing flaps are in the improper takeoff position specified for actual takeoff speeds and performance limits. CABIN PRESSURIZATION The warning horn will sound intermittently whenever the cabin altitude exceeds 10,000 feet. NOTE: Due to modifications accomplished by Supplemental Type Certificate or by other FAA approvals, the AFM material may not, in all cases, apply. Notify the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region, when changes in equipment indicate possible non- applicability. Effective July 6, 1969. Revised September 9, 1969. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_69-12-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 69-12-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes Subject: Takeoff Warning System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 09/09/1969 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: 69-12-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-813 AD NUMBER: 69-12-02 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING 707/720 and 727 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective September 9, 1969. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 69-12-02 BOEING: Amendment 39-813: 707/720 and 727 series airplanes. Applies to all Boeing 707/720 and 727 series airplanes, as appropriate. Compliance required within 1000 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless previously accomplished. To provide for (1) arming of the takeoff warning system at about 25 degrees of thrust lever advancement from the idle position, and (2) to advise flight crews of the characteristics of the system, accomplish the following: A. For 707/720 series airplanes listed in Boeing S.B. No. 2384, dated January 31, 1967, or later FAA approved revisions, modify the takeoff warning actuating switch installation in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin No. 2384, dated January 31, 1967, or later FAA approved revision, or by an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA, Western Region. B. For 727 series airplanes listed in Boeing S.B. 27-102, Revision 1, dated July 7, 1967, or later FAA approved revisions, modify the takeoff warning actuating switch installation in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin No. 27-102, Revision 1, dated July 7, 1967, or later FAA approved revision, or by an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA, Western Region. NOTE: Some operators have modified the throttle control system to incorporate automatic throttle controls using equipment not designed by Boeing. In such installations, the modification kits available from Boeing for compliance with Service Bulletin No 27-102 may not be applicable, and operators should submit their modification for FAA approval. C. For all 707/720 and 727 airplanes listed in this paragraph, incorporate revisions in the FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual as follows: 1. For models 707-100/-200/-400/-100B (except -123B and -138B) / -300B/- 300B (ADV)/ -300C, REVISE SECTION III, Existing Paragraph Headed "Warning Horn," to read: WARNING HORN LANDING The warning horn will sound when any thrust lever is retarded or the flap control lever is in the 40 degree or 50 degree detent with the landing gear in the "unsafe to land position." NOTE: (Applicable only for airplanes incorporating Boeing Service Bulletin 1891) When the landing gear warning horn circuit modification is installed, landing gear warning horn will not function with outboard flaps in the fully retracted position. However, landing gear warning lights will function when thrust levers are retarded to idle power. TAKEOFF Sounding of the warning horn, when the No. 3 thrust lever is advanced to takeoff thrust indicates one or more of the following: (a) Speed brakes handle is not in the zero degree detent. (b) Stabilizer trim is not within the green band range used for takeoffs. (c) Wing flaps are not in the takeoff position. CAUTION: The warning horn will not: 1. Be armed for sounding at the lower ambient temperatures due to No. 3 thrust lever takeoff positioning not actuating the thrust lever quadrant switch, or 2. Indicate stabilizer trim is in the improper takeoff position specified for actual center of gravity location. CABIN PRESSURIZATION The warning horn will sound intermittently whenever the cabin altitude exceeds 10,000 feet. 2. For Models 707-300/720/720B/707-123B and -138B, REVISE SECTION III, Existing Paragraph Headed "Warning Horn," to read: WARNING HORN LANDING The warning horn will sound when any thrust lever is retarded or the flap control lever is in the 40 degree or 50 degree detent with the landing gear in the "unsafe to land position." NOTE: (Applicable only for airplanes incorporating Service Bulletin No. 1891) When the landing gear warning horn circuit modification is installed, landing gear warning horn will not function with outboard flaps in the fully retracted position. However, landing gear warning lights will function when thrust levers are retarded to idle power. TAKEOFF Sounding of the warning horn when the No. 3 thrust lever is advanced to takeoff thrust indicates one or more of the following: (a) Speed brakes handle is not in the zero degree detent. (b) Stabilizer trim is not within the green band range used for takeoffs. (c) Wing flaps are not in one of the approved takeoff flap setting positions. (d) An essential A-C power failure has occurred during takeoff. (applicable only for Models 707-123B/ -138B/ 720-023B airplanes) CAUTION: The warning horn will not: 1. Be armed for sounding at the lower ambient temperatures due to No. 3 thrust lever takeoff positioning not actuating the thrust lever quadrant switch, or 2. Indicate stabilizer trim is in the improper takeoff position specified for actual center of gravity location. 3. Indicate wing flaps are in the improper takeoff position specified for actual takeoff speeds and performance limits. CABIN PRESSURIZATION The warning horn will sound intermittently whenever the cabin altitude exceeds 10,000 feet. 3. For Models 727/727C/727-200 ADD NEW PARAGRAPH HEADING "WARNING HORN" IN SECTION 3, to read: WARNING HORN LANDING The warning horn will sound when any thrust lever is retarded or the flap control lever is retarded or the flap control lever is in the 30 degree or 40 degree detent with the landing gear in an "unsafe to land position." TAKEOFF Sounding of the warning horn, when No. 3 thrust lever is advanced to takeoff thrust, indicates one or more of the following: (a) Speed brakes handle is not in the zero degree detent. (b) Stabilizer trim is not within the green band range used for takeoffs. (c) Wing flaps are not in one of the approved takeoff flap setting positions. (d) Auxiliary power unit door is not latched. (If APU installed) CAUTION: The warning horn will not: 1. Be armed for sounding at the lower ambient temperatures due to No. 3 thrust lever takeoff positioning not actuating the thrust lever quadrant switch, or 2. Indicate stabilizer trim is in the improper takeoff position specified for actual center of gravity location. 3. Indicate wing flaps are in the improper takeoff position specified for actual takeoff speeds and performance limits. CABIN PRESSURIZATION The warning horn will sound intermittently whenever the cabin altitude exceeds 10,000 feet. NOTE: Due to modifications accomplished by Supplemental Type Certificate or by other FAA approvals, the AFM material may not, in all cases, apply. Notify the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region, when changes in equipment indicate possible non- applicability. Effective July 6, 1969. Revised September 9, 1969. FOOTER:
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