AD 70-06-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-100 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-200 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-200C Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-300 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-400 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-500 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-600 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-700 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-800 Series | BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the takeoff warning system and automatic speed brake retraction system at temperatures down to minus 65 degrees F.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Required Actions
Install a cockpit placard warning against automatic spoiler deployment below 0°F within 50 hours time in service. Replace the takeoff warning switch actuating cam with a modified cam and rig the power lever knobs within 1000 hours time in service.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Compliance Time
Within 50 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD for the placard installation and within 1000 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD for the cam replacement and rigging.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Affected Aircraft
Boeing 737 series airplanes listed in Boeing Service Bulletin 27-1031 dated 22 August 1969 and Revision 2 dated 27 January 1970, or later FAA-approved revisions.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Federal Register Abstract
Takeoff Warning System/Automatic Speed Brake Retraction System
Applicability Source Text
Show captured applicability text from the source AD
AD Final Rules - DRS_70-06-03.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 70-06-03 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes Subject: Takeoff Warning System/Automatic Speed Brake Retraction System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 03/13/1970 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-100 Series | 737-200 Series | 737-200C Series | 737-300 Series | 737-400 Series | 737-500 Series...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: 70-06-03 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-952 AD NUMBER: 70-06-03 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective March 13, 1970. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 70-06-03 BOEING 737 SERIES AIRPLANES: Amdt. 39-952. Applies to Boeing 737 series listed in Boeing Service Bulletin 27-1031 dated 22 August 1969 and Revision 2 dated 27 January 1970, or later FAA-approved revisions. Compliance required as indicated. To provide for proper operation of the takeoff warning system and automatic speed brake retraction system at temperatures down to minus 65 degrees F, accomplish the following: (a) Within 50 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, install a placard in the cockpit in full view of the pilot to read: "DO NOT USE AUTOMATIC SPOILER DEPLOYMENT AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW ZERO DEGREES FAHRENHEIT." This placard may be removed when Item (b) is accomplished. (b) Within 1000 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless previously accomplished, replace the takeoff warning switch actuating cam with a modified cam and accomplish the rigging procedures for proper alignment of the power lever knobs in the throttle control system with the warning switch in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 27- 1031 dated 2 August 1969, and Revision 2 dated 27 January 1970, or later FAA approved revisions, or an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. NOTE: The manufacturer is currently providing AFM revisions to operators relating to the characteristics of the warning system. Operators should incorporate this information in their manuals immediately upon receipt. This amendment becomes effective on March 13, 1970. FOOTER:
Document Text
Show stored source text (verify against official source)
AD Final Rules - DRS_70-06-03.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 70-06-03 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes Subject: Takeoff Warning System/Automatic Speed Brake Retraction System Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 03/13/1970 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-100 Series | 737-200 Series | 737-200C Series | 737-300 Series | 737-400 Series | 737-500 Series...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: 70-06-03 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-952 AD NUMBER: 70-06-03 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 737 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective March 13, 1970. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 70-06-03 BOEING 737 SERIES AIRPLANES: Amdt. 39-952. Applies to Boeing 737 series listed in Boeing Service Bulletin 27-1031 dated 22 August 1969 and Revision 2 dated 27 January 1970, or later FAA-approved revisions. Compliance required as indicated. To provide for proper operation of the takeoff warning system and automatic speed brake retraction system at temperatures down to minus 65 degrees F, accomplish the following: (a) Within 50 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, install a placard in the cockpit in full view of the pilot to read: "DO NOT USE AUTOMATIC SPOILER DEPLOYMENT AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW ZERO DEGREES FAHRENHEIT." This placard may be removed when Item (b) is accomplished. (b) Within 1000 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, unless previously accomplished, replace the takeoff warning switch actuating cam with a modified cam and accomplish the rigging procedures for proper alignment of the power lever knobs in the throttle control system with the warning switch in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 27- 1031 dated 2 August 1969, and Revision 2 dated 27 January 1970, or later FAA approved revisions, or an equivalent modification approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region. NOTE: The manufacturer is currently providing AFM revisions to operators relating to the characteristics of the warning system. Operators should incorporate this information in their manuals immediately upon receipt. This amendment becomes effective on March 13, 1970. FOOTER:
Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain
This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by the FAA. Always verify with official sources.