AD 90-09-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC-10-10 | Airworthiness Directives; MCDONNELL DOUGLAS DC-10-10 and -15 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | DC-10-15 | Airworthiness Directives; MCDONNELL DOUGLAS DC-10-10 and -15 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of main landing gear brakes due to excessive wear beyond specified limits.
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Required Actions
Inspect brakes (part numbers 5000709-1, -3, -5, -7, -8) for wear and replace those exceeding 1.00 inch within 90 days; incorporate 1.00 inch wear limit into maintenance program within 90 days. Inspect brakes again within 120 days and replace those exceeding 0.60 inch; incorporate 0.60 inch limit into maintenance program within 120 days. Alternate compliance may be approved by FAA.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days and 120 days after the effective date of this amendment (May 29, 1990).
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Affected Aircraft
MCDONNELL DOUGLAS DC-10-10 and -15 series airplanes, certificated in any category.
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