AD Amdt-39-11135

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Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Series Airplanes

AD Number
Amdt-39-11135
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 99-NM-44-AD
FR Citation
64 FR 19689

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Improper installation of wiring and wire bundles in the aft main avionics rack (MAR) can cause chafing, leading to electrical arcing, smoke, and possible fire.

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Required Actions

Inspect the wiring and wire bundles of the aft main avionics rack (MAR) to check for damage, chafing, or misalignment of rubber cushions. Take corrective actions if necessary to ensure proper installation.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of the AD.

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Affected Aircraft

McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 series airplanes with improperly installed wiring in the aft main avionics rack (MAR).

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