Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-01-20 · Effective 2004-02-24 · 69 FR 2655
Document
Document number
04-764
Federal Register citation
69 FR 2655
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F
Publication date
2004-01-20
Effective date
2004-02-24
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-167-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F airplanes, that requires replacement of the wire assembly connectors of the bag rack lighting with new, moisture-resistant connectors and reidentification of the bag racks. This action is necessary to prevent arcing of the wire assembly connectors of the overhead storage bin, and service module and bin extension assemblies, and consequent smoke/fire in the cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.