Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-600, 737-700, 737-700C, 737-800, and 737-900 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-06-08 · Effective 2004-07-13 · 69 FR 31876
Document
Document number
04-12571
Federal Register citation
69 FR 31876
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Publication date
2004-06-08
Effective date
2004-07-13
FAA docket
Docket No. 2002-NM-323-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Boeing Model 737-600, 737-700, 737-700C, 737-800, and 737-900 series airplanes, that requires, for certain airplanes, installation of screws and spacers to secure the wire bundles for the aft fuel boost pumps of the main fuel tanks. For certain other airplanes, this amendment requires a general visual inspection of the wire bundles to determine if the wire bundles are clamped, and/or if they are damaged; further investigation, as applicable; repair of any damage; and installation of applicable brackets, clamps, and spacers to secure the wire bundles. This action is necessary to prevent electrical arcing in a fuel leakage zone, which could result in an uncontrolled fire. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.