AD 83-07-24
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 767-200 Series | BOEING Model 767 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 767-300 Series | BOEING Model 767 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 767-300F Series | BOEING Model 767 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Degradation of cargo compartment fire protection system effectiveness due to potential issues with forward and aft cargo compartment drain valves.
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Required Actions
Inspect all forward and aft cargo compartment drain valves within 30 days after the effective date and rework as necessary per Boeing Service Bulletin 767-51-1 or later FAA-approved revision. Aircraft may operate without completed inspection if no cargo is carried in affected compartments.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 767 Airplanes VA006-VA012, VA302-VA306, VA501-VA503, VA701-VA702, VA801-VA802, and VA805
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Federal Register Abstract
Cargo Drain Valve Inspection
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AD Final Rules - DRS_83-07-24.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 83-07-24 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 767 Airplanes Subject: Cargo Drain Valve Inspection Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 04/25/1983 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 767-200 Series | 767-300 Series | 767-300F Series Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 83-07-24 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4630 AD NUMBER: 83-07-24 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 767 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective April 25, 1983. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 83-07-24 BOEING: Amendment 39-4630. Applies to Boeing Model 767 Airplanes VA006- VA012, VA302-VA306, VA501-VA503, VA701-VA702, VA801-VA802, and VA805. To prevent degradation of cargo compartment fire protection system effectiveness, accomplish the following, unless already accomplished. A. Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, inspect all forward and aft cargo compartment drain valves and rework, if necessary, in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 767-51-1 dated January 14, 1983, or later FAA approved revision. B. Aircraft may be operated after the 30 day compliance period if the inspection has not been completed, provided no cargo is carried in the affected cargo compartments. C. Alternate means of compliance which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Northwest Mountain Region. D. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base for the accomplishment of inspections and/or modifications required by this AD. All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the above specified Service Bulletin from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to The Boeing Commercial Airplane Company, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124, or it may also be examined at FAA, Northwest Mountain Region, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective April 25, 1983. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_83-07-24.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 83-07-24 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 767 Airplanes Subject: Cargo Drain Valve Inspection Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 04/25/1983 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 767-200 Series | 767-300 Series | 767-300F Series 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: 83-07-24 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4630 AD NUMBER: 83-07-24 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 767 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective April 25, 1983. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 83-07-24 BOEING: Amendment 39-4630. Applies to Boeing Model 767 Airplanes VA006- VA012, VA302-VA306, VA501-VA503, VA701-VA702, VA801-VA802, and VA805. To prevent degradation of cargo compartment fire protection system effectiveness, accomplish the following, unless already accomplished. A. Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, inspect all forward and aft cargo compartment drain valves and rework, if necessary, in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 767-51-1 dated January 14, 1983, or later FAA approved revision. B. Aircraft may be operated after the 30 day compliance period if the inspection has not been completed, provided no cargo is carried in the affected cargo compartments. C. Alternate means of compliance which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Northwest Mountain Region. D. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base for the accomplishment of inspections and/or modifications required by this AD. All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the above specified Service Bulletin from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to The Boeing Commercial Airplane Company, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124, or it may also be examined at FAA, Northwest Mountain Region, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective April 25, 1983. FOOTER:
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