AD 78-26-07

final rule
Data completeness: 70%

BOEING Model 727 Series Airplanes

AD Number
78-26-07
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft The Boeing Company 727-100 Series BOEING Model 727 Series Airplanes
aircraft The Boeing Company 727-100C Series BOEING Model 727 Series Airplanes
aircraft The Boeing Company 727-200 Series BOEING Model 727 Series Airplanes
aircraft The Boeing Company 727-200F Series BOEING Model 727 Series Airplanes
aircraft The Boeing Company 727 Series BOEING Model 727 Series Airplanes
aircraft The Boeing Company 727C Series BOEING Model 727 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Thrust reverser assemblies with specific part numbers (P/N 65-27800-29 through 65-27800-59) and actuator/track assemblies (P/N 65-37920-28, -30, -32, or -34) may fail, leading to potential uncommanded reverse thrust deployment or inadequate reverse thrust capability.

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Required Actions

Install a placard stating 'Idle Reverse Only' above the EPR indicator for each engine position with the specified thrust reverser assemblies, except those inspected and reworked per Boeing SB 727-78-A86 or equivalent. Affected operators must obtain documents from Boeing or FAA Northwest Region if not already received.

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Compliance Time

Within ten (10) days from the effective date of this AD

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 727 Series airplanes equipped with operative thrust reverser assemblies P/N 65-27800-29 through 65-27800-59 and actuator/track assemblies P/N 65-37920-28, -30, -32, or -34.

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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

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