AD 80-19-13

80-19-13 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS: Amendment 39-3917. Applies to DC 8-61/-63/-61CF/-62CF/-63CF airplanes in passenger configuration with Jetescape doors.

To prevent the Type I Emergency Exit door handle from being obstructed in its travel to open the exit door accomplish the following, unless already accomplished:

(a) Within the next 15 days from the effective date of this AD;

(1) On DC 8-61CF/-62CF and -63CF aircraft, inspect each Type I Emergency Exit door handle for interference with the hinge support. If interference exists modify trim per McDonnell Douglas Alert Service Bulletin A-25-230 dated August 14, 1980, hereinafter referred to as MDC Alert Service Bulletin A-25-230.

(2) On DC 8-61/-63/-61CF/-62CF/-63CF airplanes, inspect each Type I Emergency Exit door handle for interference with trim. Modify trim to clear obstructions in accordance with MDC Alert Service Bulletin A-25-230.

(b) Aircraft currently in cargo configuration must be inspected and, if interference exists, modify trim per MDC Alert Service Bulletin A-25-230 prior to return to passenger service.

(c) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base for the accomplishment of inspections required by this AD.

(d) Alternative inspections, modifications or other actions which provide an equivalent level of safety may be used when approved by the Chief, Aircraft Engineering Division, FAA Western Region.

This amendment becomes effective September 25, 1980.