AD 98-24-24
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | MD-11 | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | The Boeing Company | MD-11F | Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Galvanic corrosion on seat tracks at attachment points under lavatories could result in shifting of lavatories, causing injury to passengers and crew and damage to aircraft structure and systems.
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Required Actions
Conduct a one-time visual inspection to detect corrosion and breakage of seat tracks and adjacent structure. Repair discrepancies as necessary using approved methods. Install non-metallic barriers on lavatory foot fittings and replace existing seat track fittings with new ones per service bulletin.
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Compliance Time
Within 15 months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 series airplanes listed in Service Bulletin MD11-53-043, Revision 02, dated May 28, 1996, certificated in any category.
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