Regulation & law · 31/12/2009

FAA Issues Revised Airworthiness Directive for Certain McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10 and MD-10-30 Models

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has superseded an existing airworthiness directive for certain McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10 and MD-10-30 models, requiring repositioning or replacement of bonding straps and inspections to reduce the risk of fuel tank explosions in the event of a severe lightning strike.