Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-11-09 · Effective 2004-12-14 · 69 FR 64849
Document
Document number
04-24621
Federal Register citation
69 FR 64849
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F
Publication date
2004-11-09
Effective date
2004-12-14
FAA docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-32-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F airplanes, that requires an inspection of the auto throttle servo (ATS) assembly and corrective actions if necessary. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent electrical shorting of the brake coils of the ATS, which could result in smoke in the cockpit and/or passenger cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.