Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777-200 and -300 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2005-06-28 · Effective 2005-08-02 · 70 FR 37025
Document
Document number
05-12635
Federal Register citation
70 FR 37025
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Boeing Model 777-200 and -300 Series
Publication date
2005-06-28
Effective date
2005-08-02
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-296-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Boeing Model 777-200 and -300 series airplanes, that requires replacing existing ceiling and sidewall light connectors in the passenger cabin with new connectors, and follow-on actions. This action is necessary to prevent overheating of the light connectors, which could result in smoke and a possible fire in the passenger cabin. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.