- Models
- DC-8-61, DC-8-61F, DC-8-62, DC-8-62F, DC-8-63, DC-8-63F
- Data sheet
- TCDS4A25
- Registered aircraft
- 3 matched by model
- Product
- Aircraft · Large airplane
- Amendment
- 39-690
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The airworthiness directive
68-25-03 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS: Amendment 39-690. Applies to all McDonnell Douglas Model DC-8-61/61F/62/62F/63/63F Airplanes.
Prior to next operation, unless already accomplished, install a placard in the cockpit in clear view of the pilot reading, "With flaps down, do not operate with autopilot and/or yaw damper engaged." This placard may be removed when the inspection and/or corrective action specified in McDonnell Douglas DC-8 Alert Service Bulletin No. A27-229, dated November 18, 1968 is accomplished, or an equivalent inspection and/or corrective action approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region.
This amendment becomes effective upon publication in the FEDERAL REGISTER for all persons except those to whom it was made effective immediately by telegram dated November 20, 1968.
Affected TCDS · 1
The type certificate data sheets for the models this AD names, matched by model and maker.
Registered aircraft · 3
Registered aircraft whose airframe or engine model this AD names. Matched by model only, so check each against the AD’s applicability.
| 1968 | 1 |
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| 1969 | 1 |
| 1972 | 1 |