# Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81, -82, -83, and -87 Series Airplanes, and Model MD-88 Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2002-01-04 · Effective 2002-02-08 · 67 FR 503
## Document
- **Document number:** 02-144
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 67 FR 503
- **Publication date:** 2002-01-04
- **Effective date:** 2002-02-08
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. 2000-NM-161-AD
## Abstract

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81, -82, -83, and - 87 series airplanes, and Model MD-88 airplanes, that requires a detailed visual inspection of certain wires to detect chafing and preload; repair, if necessary; and modification of certain wire assemblies. This action is necessary to prevent insufficient clearance between wire assemblies and the ice protection airduct and airstair door interlock rod; chafing; and consequent arcing of wire assemblies. Such arcing could result in damage to electronic equipment and adjacent structures, or cause the insulation blankets to ignite, which could result in smoke and fire in the flight deck and main cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2002/01/04/02-144/airworthiness-directives-mcdonnell-douglas-model-dc-9-81--82--83-and--87-series-airplanes-and-model)
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