Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2002-02-12 · Effective 2002-03-19 · 67 FR 6379
Document
Document number
02-2925
Federal Register citation
67 FR 6379
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Boeing Model 757 Series
Publication date
2002-02-12
Effective date
2002-03-19
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-07-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Boeing Model 757 series airplanes, that requires a one-time inspection of a wire bundle in the left wing front spar for chafing and for proper installation of a Teflon sleeve; corrective action, if necessary; and installation of extra protection against chafing. This action is necessary to prevent chafing between the wire bundle and the left wing front spar, which could result in electrical arcing and subsequent ignition of flammable vapors and possible uncontrollable fire. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.