AD 98-18-14
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 757-200 Series | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 757-200CB Series | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | 757-200PF Series | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Damage or chafing of electrical wire bundles W2016-0001-12 and W2016-0002-16 near the AP0011 disconnect bracket, causing electrical shorts and potential fire hazard due to inadequate clearance.
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Required Actions
Perform a one-time detailed visual inspection of specified wire bundles and verify clearance. Repair damaged wires per Boeing Standard Wiring Practices Manual sections 20-10-13, modify for inadequate clearance per sections 20-10-11 and 20-10-12, and prohibit further flight until repairs/modifications are done.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD (September 17, 1998). For cases with damage/chafing or inadequate clearance, compliance is required prior to further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
Boeing Model 757-200, 757-200CB, and 757-200PF series airplanes excluding line numbers 2, 75, 221, 127, 130, 162, 180, 209, 212, 219, 388, 526.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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