AD 85-02-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 737-200 Series | BOEING Model 737-200 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Potential of a hard landing due to runaway stabilizer trim
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Required Actions
Modify the Autopilot Accessory Units listed (part numbers 65-52812-201, -203, -206, -207, -210, -211, -214, and -216) in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 737-22-1062 dated September 16, 1983. Alternate means of compliance may be used if approved by the FAA.
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Compliance Time
Prior to July 31, 1985
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 737-200 series airplanes equipped with Autopilot Accessory Units part numbers 65-52812-201, -203, -206, -207, -210, -211, -214, and -216
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Federal Register Abstract
Autopilot Accessory Units Mod.
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AD Final Rules - DRS_85-02-03.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 85-02-03 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 737-200 Series Airplanes Subject: Autopilot Accessory Units Mod. Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 03/01/1985 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-200 Series Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Large Airplane Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 85-02-03 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4985 AD NUMBER: 85-02-03 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 737-200 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective March 1, 1985. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 85-02-03 BOEING: Amendment 39-4985. Applies to all Boeing Model 737-200 series airplanes equipped with Boeing Autopilot Accessory Units, part numbers 65-52812-201, -203, - 206, -207, -210, -211, -214, and -216 certificated in all categories. Compliance required as indicated, unless previously accomplished. To preclude the potential of a hard landing due to runaway stabilizer trim, accomplish the following: A. Prior to July 31, 1985, modify the Autopilot Accessory Units listed above in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 737-22-1062 dated September 16, 1983. B. 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, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective March 1, 1985. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_85-02-03.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 85-02-03 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 737-200 Series Airplanes Subject: Autopilot Accessory Units Mod. Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 03/01/1985 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 737-200 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: 85-02-03 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4985 AD NUMBER: 85-02-03 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 737-200 Series Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective March 1, 1985. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 85-02-03 BOEING: Amendment 39-4985. Applies to all Boeing Model 737-200 series airplanes equipped with Boeing Autopilot Accessory Units, part numbers 65-52812-201, -203, - 206, -207, -210, -211, -214, and -216 certificated in all categories. Compliance required as indicated, unless previously accomplished. To preclude the potential of a hard landing due to runaway stabilizer trim, accomplish the following: A. Prior to July 31, 1985, modify the Autopilot Accessory Units listed above in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 737-22-1062 dated September 16, 1983. B. 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, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective March 1, 1985. FOOTER:
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