AD 85-12-51

final rule
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BOEING Model 737-100 and -200 Series Airplanes

AD Number
85-12-51
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft The Boeing Company 737-100 Series BOEING Model 737-100 and -200 Series Airplanes
aircraft The Boeing Company 737-200 Series BOEING Model 737-100 and -200 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Engine flameouts during climb due to incompatible fuel types in airplanes equipped with Plessey Type 8240 Mark 1, 2, or 3 boost pumps.

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Required Actions

Ensure use of Jet A/A1 (ASTM-D-1655) or JP-5 (MIL-T-5624) fuel before further flight. Incorporate approved fuel information into the Airplane Flight Manual within 48 hours. Alternate compliance may be approved by the FAA Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight (for fuel use) and within 48 hours (for AFM update).

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Affected Aircraft

Boeing Model 737-100 and -200 series airplanes with Plessey Type 8240 Mark 1, 2, or 3 boost pumps.

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Source: Official FAA Source ↗

Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

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