AD 87-01-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-100 Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-100B Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-100B SUD Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-200B Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-200C Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-200F Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-300 Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-400 Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-400D Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747-400F Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747SP Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 747SR Series | BOEING Model 747 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The escape slide pack may not remain in proper position on Door No. 3 during a minor crash landing due to inadequate attachment.
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Required Actions
Modify the escape slide attachment in accordance with Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-25A2710 or later FAA-approved revisions. An alternate means of compliance or adjustment may be used if approved by the FAA Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office.
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Compliance Time
Within twelve months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
All Model 747 airplanes equipped with the single-piece escape slide at Door No. 3
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Federal Register Abstract
Escape Slide Attachment
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AD Final Rules - DRS_87-01-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 87-01-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 747 Airplanes Subject: Escape Slide Attachment Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 01/20/1987 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 747-100 Series | 747-100B Series | 747-100B SUD Series | 747-200B Series | 747-200C Series | 747-200...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: 87-01-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-5494 AD NUMBER: 87-01-02 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 747 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective January 20, 1987. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 87-01-02 BOEING: Amendment 39-5494. Applies to all Model 747 airplanes, certificated in any category, equipped with the single-piece escape slide at Door No. 3. To ensure that the escape slide pack remains in proper position on the door in the event of a minor crash landing, accomplish the following, unless already accomplished: A. Within twelve months after the effective date of this AD, modify the escape slide attachment in accordance with Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-25A2710, dated July 15, 1986, or later FAA-approved revisions. B. An alternate means of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time, which provides an acceptable level of safety, may be used when approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Northwest Mountain Region. C. 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 the modification required by this AD. All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the appropriate service document from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to the Boeing Commercial Airplane Company, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124-2207. This document may be examined at the FAA, Northwest Mountain Region, 17900 Pacific Highway South, Seattle, Washington, or the Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective January 20, 1987. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_87-01-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 87-01-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: BOEING Model 747 Airplanes Subject: Escape Slide Attachment Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 01/20/1987 Make: The Boeing Company Model: 747-100 Series | 747-100B Series | 747-100B SUD Series | 747-200B Series | 747-200C Series | 747-200...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: 87-01-02 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-5494 AD NUMBER: 87-01-02 SUBJECT HEADING: BOEING Model 747 Airplanes ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective January 20, 1987. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 87-01-02 BOEING: Amendment 39-5494. Applies to all Model 747 airplanes, certificated in any category, equipped with the single-piece escape slide at Door No. 3. To ensure that the escape slide pack remains in proper position on the door in the event of a minor crash landing, accomplish the following, unless already accomplished: A. Within twelve months after the effective date of this AD, modify the escape slide attachment in accordance with Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-25A2710, dated July 15, 1986, or later FAA-approved revisions. B. An alternate means of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time, which provides an acceptable level of safety, may be used when approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Northwest Mountain Region. C. 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 the modification required by this AD. All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the appropriate service document from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to the Boeing Commercial Airplane Company, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124-2207. This document may be examined at the FAA, Northwest Mountain Region, 17900 Pacific Highway South, Seattle, Washington, or the Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington. This amendment becomes effective January 20, 1987. FOOTER:
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