Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-90-30 Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2003-02-28 · Effective 2003-04-04 · 68 FR 9513
Document
Document number
03-4241
Federal Register citation
68 FR 9513
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas Model MD-90-30
Publication date
2003-02-28
Effective date
2003-04-04
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-389-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model MD-90-30 airplanes, that requires a one-time general visual inspection to find wire chafing damage and to determine adequate clearance between the disconnect panel structure and the wires above the aft left lavatory; and corrective actions, if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent damage to certain wires due to contact between the wires and the adjacent structure, which could result in electrical arcing and consequent smoke and fire in the cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.