Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F airplanes, that requires an inspection to detect discrepancies of the wire bundles in the avionics compartment in the vicinity of the pedestal extension area of the First Officer's seat; and corrective actions, if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent chafing of wiring in the avionics compartment, which could result in electrical arcing and consequent smoke and/or fire in the cockpit. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.