# N523FE: 1993 Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11F

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11F](https://openairdocs.org/model/mcdonnell-douglas-md-11f) (registry code 3023600, 7 seats)
- Engine: [Pratt & Whitney PW4000 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-pw4000-series) (registry code 52119)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A22WE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A22WE) (The Boeing Company) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 48479
- Year built: 1993
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-fan
- Airworthiness: Standard, transport
- Airworthiness date: October 29, 1993
- Certificate issued: October 21, 2004
- Expires: August 31, 2028
- Mode S code: A69495
- Registered owner: [Federal Express Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FEDERAL%20EXPRESS%20CORP)
- Location: [Memphis, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Memphis)
- Owner type: Corporation
- Owner's area on the map: 35.0351° N, 89.9272° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 38118, within about 3 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=523FE
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N523FE

From the FAA registry file of October 24, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination. The registry lists only the engine series, so ADs for every Pratt & Whitney PW4000 model are included.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 188 in force

### Matched by airframe (Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11F)

- [AD 2026-13-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-15): Navigation · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-200, 707-100B Long Body and 74 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026
- [AD 2026-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-02): Navigation · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership 18, 49-46, 80-A and 555 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026
- [AD 2025-23-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-23-53): Nacelles/pylons · Boeing MD-11, MD-11F, MD-10-10F and 8 more. Effective Dec 1, 2025
- [AD 2025-02-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-02-07): Navigation · Modification of Rockwell Collins, Inc. Multi-Mode Receiver (STC ST01883WI or 4 others). Effective Mar 17, 2025
- [AD 2024-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-24-03): Engine Exhaust · Boeing MD-11, MD-11F and CF6-80C2D1F. Effective Jan 13, 2025
- [AD 2023-12-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-12-15): Navigation · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-200, 707-100B Long Body and 74 more. Effective Jun 21, 2023
- [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023
- [AD 2021-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-02): Electrical power · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Feb 1, 2022
- [AD 2020-22-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-22-15): Fuselage · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Dec 18, 2020
- [AD 2018-22-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-22-10): Fuel · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Dec 12, 2018
- [AD 2018-07-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-07-20): Fuel · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective May 21, 2018
- [AD 2018-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-01-01): Fuel · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Feb 7, 2018
- [AD 2017-14-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-14-10): Fuel System · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Aug 21, 2017
- [AD 2014-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-17-02): Communications · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 137 more. Effective Sep 9, 2014
- [AD 2011-25-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-25-06): Horizontal stabilizer structure · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Jan 17, 2012
- [AD 2011-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-21-08): Equipment/Furnishings · ATR - GIE Avions de Transport Régional ATR42-200, ATR42-300, ATR42-320 and 202 more. Effective Nov 23, 2011
- [AD 2011-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-12-01): Equipment/Furnishings · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 268 more. Effective Aug 1, 2011
- [AD 2011-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-11-05): Fuel · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 10 more. Effective Jul 6, 2011
- [AD 2011-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-02-01): Fuel · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Feb 16, 2011
- [AD 2010-20-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-20-14): Fuel · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Nov 5, 2010
- [AD 2010-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-16-03): Ice and rain protection · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Sep 9, 2010
- [AD 2010-11-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-11-12): Fuel · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Jul 6, 2010
- [AD 2010-09-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-09-12): Fuel · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Jun 8, 2010
- [AD 2009-21-10 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-21-10-R1): Oxygen · Airbus A300 B4-605R, A300 B4-620, A300 B4-622 and 138 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010
- [AD 2008-06-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-06-21-R1): Fuel tank systems · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Dec 10, 2009
- [AD 2009-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-03-02): Auxiliary hydraulic pumps · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Mar 31, 2009
- [AD 2008-17-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-17-16): Fuel boost pump · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Oct 2, 2008
- [AD 2008-11-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-11-14): Horizontal pressure panel · Boeing DC-10-10F, DC-10-30F (KC-10A, KDC-10), DC-10-40F and 4 more. Effective Jul 3, 2008
- [AD 2007-25-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-25-20): Thrust reverser command wiring · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 6 more. Effective Jan 22, 2008
- [AD 2007-19-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-19-17): System 3 hydraulic piping · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Oct 26, 2007
- [AD 2007-19-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-19-15): Flight management system (FMS) · Boeing 717-200, MD-10-10F, MD-10-30F and 2 more. Effective Oct 26, 2007
- [AD 2007-19-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-19-02): Fuel tank and the fuel transfer pump housing flange · Boeing DC-10-30, DC-10-30F (KC-10A, KDC-10), DC-10-40 and 4 more. Effective Oct 17, 2007
- [AD 2007-11-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-11-16): Center main wheel well · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Jul 5, 2007
- [AD 2007-10-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-10-12): Reinforced flight deck door · Reinforced cockpit door (Safran Cabin STC ST01335LA or 2 others). Effective Jun 27, 2007
- [AD 2007-07-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-07-04): Principal structural elements (PSEs) · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective May 2, 2007
- [AD 2007-01-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-01-02): Power feeder cables of the integrated drive generator (IDG) · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Feb 14, 2007
- [AD 2006-25-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-25-09): Auxiliary power unit (APU) power feeder wires · Boeing MD-11F. Effective Dec 27, 2006
- [AD 2006-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-19-03): Fabrication and installation of a wire harness guard in the right wheel well of the main  
 landing gear (MLG) · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Oct 17, 2006
- [AD 2006-16-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-16-15): Airplane flight manual (AFM) · Boeing MD-10-10F, MD-10-30F, MD-11 and 1 more. Effective Sep 22, 2006
- [AD 2006-13-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-13-07): Upper and lower reading lights · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Jul 27, 2006
- [AD 2006-04-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-04-04): Smoke detectors · ATR - GIE Avions de Transport Régional ATR42-200, ATR42-300, ATR42-320 and 37 more. Effective Mar 24, 2006
- [AD 2006-03-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-13): Inboard and outboard hinge fittings · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Mar 16, 2006
- [AD 2006-02-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-02-11): Drain holes of the pitot tubes · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Mar 3, 2006
- [AD 2005-20-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-20-15): Rudder pedal torque tube assembly · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Nov 10, 2005
- [AD 2005-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-17-04): Fire extinguishing system · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Sep 26, 2005
- [AD 2005-15-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-15-12): Exterior emergency control handle assemblies of the forward passenger doors · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Aug 30, 2005
- [AD 2005-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-15-03): Exterior emergency control handle assemblies · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Aug 25, 2005
- [AD 2005-02-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-02-08): Power feeder cables of the auxiliary power unit (APU) · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Mar 7, 2005
- [AD 2005-02-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-02-06): Oil pressure transmitter to the main oil circuit · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Mar 7, 2005
- [AD 2005-02-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-02-04): Cargo compartment smoke detectors · Boeing DC-10-10F, DC-10-30F (KC-10A, KDC-10), MD-10-10F and 2 more. Effective Feb 8, 2005

### Matched by engine (Pratt & Whitney PW4000 series)

None in force.

### Historical (superseded or no longer in force)

- [AD 2025-23-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-23-51) (historical): Nacelles/pylons · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Dec 1, 2025
- [AD 2022-09-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-09-18) (historical): Navigation · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-100B Short Body and 72 more. Effective May 23, 2022
- [AD 2020-03-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-03-20) (historical): Navigation · Modification of Rockwell Collins, Inc. Multi-Mode Receiver (STC ST01883WI or 4 others). Effective Feb 18, 2020
- [AD 2016-04-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-04-16) (historical): Fuel · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Apr 15, 2016
- [AD 2014-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-03-07) (historical): Fuel · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Mar 26, 2014
- [AD 2013-18-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-18-09) (historical): Communications · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 137 more. Effective Oct 3, 2013
- [AD 2013-08-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-08-23) (historical): Fuel · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective May 29, 2013
- [AD 2009-26-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-26-16) (historical): Fuel · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Feb 4, 2010
- [AD 2009-21-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-21-10) (historical): Oxygen · Airbus A300, Model B4-605R, A300, Model B4-620, A300, Model B4-622 and 138 more. Effective Dec 17, 2009
- [AD 2008-06-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-06-21) (historical): Fuel tank systems · McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 8 more. Effective Apr 23, 2008
- [AD 2007-15-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-15-05) (historical): Fuel pump housing electrical connector · Boeing DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 9 more. Effective Aug 8, 2007
- [AD 2005-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-12-05) (historical): Flight deck door · Reinforced cockpit door (Safran Cabin STC ST01335LA or 2 others). Effective Jul 19, 2005
- [AD 2004-18-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-18-04) (historical): Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) · McDonnell Douglas 717-200, MD-10-10F, MD-10-30F and 2 more. Effective Sep 20, 2004
- [AD 2004-05-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-05-20) (historical): Electric motor operated auxiliary hydraulic pumps · McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 9 more. Effective Apr 15, 2004
- [AD 2004-01-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-01-17) (historical): Integrated drive generator · McDonnell Douglas MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Feb 24, 2004
- [AD 2003-17-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-17-07) (historical): Fire Extinguishers for the Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) · McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15 and 60 more. Effective Sep 24, 2003
- [AD 2003-14-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-14-04) (historical): Flight Deck Door Pressure Relief Latch Assemblies · Boeing 737-200 Series, 737-300 Series, 737-400 Series and 14 more. Effective Jul 25, 2003
- [AD 2003-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-03-15) (historical): Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) - Oxygen Masks · Boeing 707 Series (all), 720 Series (all), 727 Series (all) and 75 more. Effective Mar 7, 2003
- [AD 2002-14-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-14-11) (historical): Ground cables of the galley external power and main external power · McDonnell Douglas MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Aug 23, 2002
- [AD 2002-14-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-14-09) (historical): Power feeder cable terminal lugs · McDonnell Douglas MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Aug 23, 2002
- [AD 99-25-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-25-14) (historical): Wire Harnesses Of Tail Tank Fuel Transfer Pumps · McDonnell Douglas MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Jan 18, 2000
- [AD 99-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-09-04) (historical): Circuit Breakers · McDonnell Douglas MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective May 7, 1999
- [AD 74-08-09 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-08-09-R2) (historical): Waste Receptacles · Aero Spacelines 377, 377MG, 377SGT and 268 more. Effective Jul 29, 1996
- [AD 94-26-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-26-51) (historical): AFM Changes - Autoland Operation · Boeing MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Feb 6, 1995
- [AD 94-11-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-11-06) (historical): External Power Feeder Cables · McDonnell Douglas MD-11 and MD-11F. Effective Jun 15, 1994

All 213: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N523FE/ads.md

## Information bulletins (advisory) (5 in force)

- [SAIB NM-18-33](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-18-33): Engine Fuel and Control. Issued Dec 17, 2018
- [SAIB NM-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-03): Flight Controls. Issued Nov 24, 2014
- [SAIB NM-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-09-03): Engine Fuel and Control - Implementing Fuel Tank System Airworthiness Limitations. Issued Dec 11, 2008
- [SAIB NM-07-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-07-31): Rigid hydraulic case drain lines. Issued Apr 24, 2007
- [SAIB NM-06-57](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-06-57): Reports of damage to airplanes and to property on the ground caused by blue or clear ice falling from airplanes.. Issued Jul 27, 2006

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N523FE.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N523FE.

## Service difficulty reports (372, newest 50)

As reported by operators and repair stations. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

- [SDR FDEA202609171358](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202609171358), Sep 17, 2026: GAUGE. FAILED. TEST FLIGHT - PREFLIGHT, R1 DOOR SLIDE/RAFT WIL NOT TEST. RELEASED FOR SERVICE PER MEL : 25-61-02 CATEGORY : C. R1 SLIDE REMOTE PRESS INDICATOR INOP. PER MEL 25
- [SDR FDEA202505190768](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202505190768), May 19, 2025: FITTING. CORRODED. LANDING GEAR: UPON REMOVAL OF RIGHT HAND NOSE TRUNNION FITTING BUSHING, TRUNNION FITTING HOLE FOUND CORRODED. RIGHT HAND NOSE TRUNNION FITTING BUSHING BORE HOLE
- [SDR FDEA202503250491](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503250491), Mar 25, 2025: SKIN. NONE. EXISTING REPAIR AT LEFT HAND WING #7 SLAT INNER SKIN BETWEEN STATION XOS 978.461 TO STATION XOS 983.612 EXISTING REPAIR AT LEFT HAND WING #7 SLAT INNER SKIN BET
- [SDR FDEA202503250485](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503250485), Mar 25, 2025: REPAIR. NONE. RIGHT HAND WING - EXISTING REPAIR DOUBLER AT FIXED LEADING EDGE CAVITY XOS 789.645 REQUIRES EVALUATION TO DETERMINE IF MAJOR OR MINOR AND IF THE REPAIR CONFORMS
- [SDR FDEA202503220470](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503220470), Mar 22, 2025: FLOORBEAM. CRACKED. HIGH FREQUENCY EDDY CURRENT INSPECTION ON OVERWING FLOOR BEAM ON STATION 1256 AT X= 109 UPPER FLANGE FOUND CRACK APPROXIMATE 0.2". OVERWING FLOOR BEAM ON STATIO
- [SDR FDEA202503210468](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503210468), Mar 21, 2025: REPAIR. NOT ENTERED. AGING AIRCRAFT - EXISTING REPAIR AT RH WING FIXED LEADING EDGE SKIN FUEL ACCESS PANEL FORWARD INBOARD CORNER STATION XOS 610.844. EXISTING REPAIR DOUBLER REMOVE
- [SDR FDEA202503180433](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503180433), Mar 18, 2025: LONGERON. CORRODED. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46RIGHT FOUND WITH CORROSION AT STATION 5-113. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46RIGHT STATION 5-113 CORRODED LONG
- [SDR FDEA202503180435](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503180435), Mar 18, 2025: RIB. CRACKED. RIGHT HAND WING: UPON BORESCOPE INSPECTION ON NUMBER: 7 SLAT LOOSE FASTENER INNER RIBS, CRACK FOUND ON INNER RIB (REFER TO SPECIAL / NONROUTINE MAINTENANCE FORM
- [SDR FDEA202503180434](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503180434), Mar 18, 2025: LONGERON. CORRODED. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46RIGHT FOUND WITH CORROSION AT STATION 5-53. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46RIGHT STATION 5-53 CORRODED LONGER
- [SDR FDEA202503150425](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503150425), Mar 15, 2025: SKIN. CRACKED. HIGH FREQUENCY EDDY CURRENT OPEN-HOLE INSPECTION FOUND 02 EACH (#20, #23) FASTENER HOLES WITH CRACK INDICATION AT RIGHT HAND WING LOWER SKIN ACCESS DOOR CUTOUT 
- [SDR FDEA202503150424](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503150424), Mar 15, 2025: SKIN. CRACKED. HIGH FREQUENCY EDDY CURRENT OPEN-HOLE INSPECTION FOUND 06 EACH (#10,#11,#16,#18,#20,#38) FASTENER HOLES WITH CRACK INDICATION AT LT WING LOWER SKIN ACCESS DOOR 
- [SDR FDEA202503140408](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503140408), Mar 14, 2025: LONGERON SPLICE. CRACKED. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46RIGHT SPLICE FITTING FOUND CRACK BETWEEN STATION 1661-1681. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46RIGHT BETWEEN STAT
- [SDR FDEA202503140407](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503140407), Mar 14, 2025: LONGERON SPLICE. CRACKED. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 50RIGHT SPLICE FITTING FOUND CRACK BETWEEN STATION 1701-1721. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 50RIGHT BETWEEN STAT
- [SDR FDEA202503140393](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503140393), Mar 14, 2025: NONE. NONE. EXISTING REPAIR AT LEFT HAND WING FIXED LEADING EDGE LOWER STRINGER DOUBLER STATION XOS 906.5607. EXISTING REPAIR AT LEFT HAND WING FIXED LEADING EDGE LOWER STR
- [SDR FDEA202503140392](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503140392), Mar 14, 2025: DOUBLER. CRACKED. AGING AIRCRAFT - EXISTING REPAIR AT RIGHT HAND WING FIXED LEADING EDGE LOWER STRINGER DOUBLER STATION XOS 906.5607 EXISTING REPAIR AT RIGHT HAND WING FIXED LEAD
- [SDR FDEA202503130386](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503130386), Mar 13, 2025: LONGERON SPLICE. CRACKED. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 45LEFT SPLICE FITTING FOUND CRACK BETWEEN STATION 1801-1821. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 45LEFT CRACKED SPLICE
- [SDR FDEA202503130385](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503130385), Mar 13, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 5-10 X=47.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 5-10 X= 47.5" WORN CROWN O
- [SDR FDEA202503130384](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503130384), Mar 13, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 5-10 X=27.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 5-10 X= 27.5" WORN CROWN O
- [SDR FDEA202503130383](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503130383), Mar 13, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR SEAT TRACK AT STATION 1209 X= -27.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- AT SEAT TRACK STATION 1209, X= -27.5 WORN CROWN EVALUATED
- [SDR FDEA202503130382](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503130382), Mar 13, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 5-10, X=8.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 5-10, X= 8.5" WORN CROWN O
- [SDR FDEA202503130381](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503130381), Mar 13, 2025: SKIN. CRACKED. HIGH FREQUENCY EDDY CURRENT INSPECTION ON LEFT HAND WING FIXED LEADING EDGE SKIN AT XOS 490 ADJACENT TO CORNER 5 - SLAT ACTUATOR ACCESS DOOR FORWARD INBOARD COR
- [SDR FDEA202503120379](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120379), Mar 12, 2025: PANEL. CRACKED. WHILE ACCOMPLISHING EO #1-5310-EO377140P1-EMPENNAGE AFT ACCESSORY COMPARTMENT FOUND CRACK AT AFT BODY LOWER TORQUE BOX UPPER PANEL AT STATION APPROXIMATE Y=2122
- [SDR FDEA202503120378](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120378), Mar 12, 2025: FITTING. CRACKED. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46LEFT SPLICE FITTING FOUND CRACK BETWEEN STATION 5-113-1542. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 46LEFT CRACKED SPLIC
- [SDR FDEA202503120377](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120377), Mar 12, 2025: LONGERON SPLICE. CRACKED. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 51LEFT SPLICE FITTING FOUND CRACK BETWEEN STATION 5-113 - 1542. LOWER CENTER CARGO BILGE AREA LONGERON 51LEFT SPLICE FITT
- [SDR FDEA202503120376](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120376), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR SEAT TRACK AT STATION 755, X= -47.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR AT STATION 755 X= -47.5
- [SDR FDEA202503120375](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120375), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR SEAT TRACK AT STATION 755 X= 47.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR AT STATION 755 X= 47.5" W
- [SDR FDEA202503120374](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120374), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR SEAT TRACK AT STATION 755 X= 27.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- AT SEAT TRACK STATION 755, X= 27.5 WORN CROWN EVALUATED AND
- [SDR FDEA202503120373](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120373), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR SEAT TRACK AT STATION 755, X= 8.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR AT STATION 755 X= 8.5" WO
- [SDR FDEA202503120372](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120372), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. EXISTING REPAIR AT MAIN DECK CARGO SEAT TRACK BETWEEN STATION 6-100 TO STATION 1169 X= 47.5 LT SIDE. EXISTING REPAIR AT MAIN DECK CARGO SEAT TRACK BETWEEN STATI
- [SDR FDEA202503120371](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120371), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. EXISTING REPAIR AT MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK BETWEEN STATION 1129 TO STATION 1189 X= 8.5 LEFT HAND SIDE. EXISTING REPAIR AT MAIN DECK CARGO COMPART
- [SDR FDEA202503120370](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120370), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 1425, X= 27.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- AT SEAT TRACK STATION 1425, X= 27.5 WORN CROWN EVALUATED AND FO
- [SDR FDEA202503120369](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120369), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 879 X= -8.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 879 X= -8.5" WORN CROWN ON
- [SDR FDEA202503120368](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120368), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 1139, X= -8.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 1139, X= -8.5" WORN CROW
- [SDR FDEA202503120367](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120367), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 1139, X= 27.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 1139, X= 27.5" WORN CROW
- [SDR FDEA202503120366](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120366), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 1016, X= -8.5" FOUND WITH CORROSION. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT SATION 1016, X= -8.5" CORROS
- [SDR FDEA202503120365](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120365), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 1129/6-5, X= -47.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 1129/6-5, X= -47.5"
- [SDR FDEA202503120364](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503120364), Mar 12, 2025: SEAT TRACK. WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT SEAT TRACK AT STATION 1129/6-3, X= -8.5" FOUND CROWN WORN. CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT AT STATION 1129/6-3, X= -8.5" W
- [SDR FDEA202503110358](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503110358), Mar 11, 2025: FRAME. DENTED. CABIN - MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT LEFT HAND FRAME AT STATION 1661 FOUND DENTED CABIN- MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT DENT AT LEFT HAND FRAME STATION 1661 LONGERO
- [SDR FDEA202503110357](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503110357), Mar 11, 2025: REPAIR. UNKNOWN. EXISTING REPAIR AT MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FRAME LEFT HAND SIDE STATION 1721 LONGERON 12 LEFT MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FRAME LEFT HAND SIDE STATION 1721 
- [SDR FDEA202503110356](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503110356), Mar 11, 2025: FRAME. CHAFED. EXISTING REPAIR AT MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FRAME RIGHT HAND SIDE STATION 1741 LONGERON 12 RIGHT MAIN DECK CARGO COMPARTMENT FRAME RIGHT HAND SIDE STATION 17
- [SDR FDEA202503070337](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503070337), Mar 7, 2025: TRUNNION. CRACKED. DURING HIGH FREQUENCY EDDY CURRENT SURFACE INSPECTION ON THE RIGHT HAND NOSE LANDING GEAR TRUNNION FITTING, FOUND 01 EACH CRACKS PROPAGATED FROM THE SLOT OUT AR
- [SDR FDEA202503070335](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202503070335), Mar 7, 2025: SKIN. CRACKED. FUSELAGE- LOWER FUSELAGE #1 AIRCON RAM AIR EXHAUST AFT UPPER CORNER AT LEFT HAND SIDE APPROXIMATE STATION 586 FOUND CRACKED. CRACKED SKIN AT LOWER FUSELAGE #1 A
- [SDR FDEA202410011411](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202410011411), Oct 1, 2024: CONNECTOR. DAMAGED. AIR COND DOOR OPEN MESSAGE ON DEPARTURE AROUND 2000 AND 220 KNOTS CONTINUITY FROM DEU'S 10J TO PIN 3 OF PLUG P1-1616. HIGH RESISTANCE 140 OHMS. DISASSEMBLED BAC
- [SDR FDEA202406210826](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202406210826), Jun 21, 2024: TEST SWITCH. INOPERATIVE. R1 DOOR PUSH TO TEST SWITCH INOPERATIVE. R & R R1 DOOR PUSH TO TEST REMOTE PRESSURE INDICATOR ASSY IAW MM. OPS CKS GOOD.
- [SDR FDEA202406110792](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202406110792), Jun 11, 2024: INDICATOR. FAILED. 1R SLIDE TEST LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE. REPLACED REMOTE PRESSURE INDICATOR ASSEMBLY. OPS CHECK GOOD. REF AMM 25-61-04-4.
- [SDR FDEA202403290406](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202403290406), Mar 29, 2024: VALVE. FAILED. NEAR TOP OF CLIMB, RECEIVED TNK 1 TIP TRAPPED. REPLACED BOTH GRAVITY AND JET TRANSFER PUMPS IAW AMM 28-21-12-4.
- [SDR FDEA202304080593](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202304080593), Apr 8, 2023: BRACKET. CORRODED. LEFT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE INBOARD PIVOT LUG HOLE BORE FOUND CORROSION. CORROSION AT LEFT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE IN
- [SDR FDEA202304080592](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202304080592), Apr 8, 2023: BRACKET. CORRODED. LEFT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE OUTBOARD PIVOT LUG HOLE BORE FOUND CORROSION. CORROSION AT LEFT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE O
- [SDR FDEA202304080590](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202304080590), Apr 8, 2023: BRACKET. CORRODED. RIGHT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE INBOARD PIVOT LUG HOLE BORE FOUND CORROSION. CORROSION AT RIGHT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE 
- [SDR FDEA202304080589](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA202304080589), Apr 8, 2023: BRACKET. CORRODED. RIGHT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE OUTBOARD PIVOT LUG HOLE BORE FOUND CORROSION. CORROSION AT RIGHT WING - FLAP SIDE INBOARD FLAP OUTBOARD HINGE

All 372: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N523FE/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (119, first 50)

Approved for this aircraft's airframe or engine model, in force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has; its records do.

### Approved for the airframe (Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11F)

- [STC ST00885LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00885LA): Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles. AMETEK AMERON, LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
- [STC ST00952LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00952LA): Installation of Mass Systems fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Kidde fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles. AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
- [STC SA2622NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2622NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC ST00892LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00892LA): Installation of Emergency Vision Assurance System (EVAS). VisionSafe LLC
- [STC ST00030IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00030IB): Installation of Test Tech ELT. APTOZ EHF
- [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc
- [STC SA7065NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7065NM): Installation of Closet Assembly. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST01391LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01391LA): Installation of a reinforced cockpit door. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST02111LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02111LA): Installation of Coatroom. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC ST02472AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02472AT): Installation of a mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) model MKI, MKII, or MKIII. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc
- [STC ST02117CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02117CH): Installation of Honeywell Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System and GPS antenna. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc
- [STC ST02184CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02184CH): Installation of elementary or enhanced surveillance Mode S transponders. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc
- [STC ST02708CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02708CH): Installation of EZMountTM Arm mechanical mounting assemblies on lower frame of cockpit sliding windows. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc
- [STC ST02865CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02865CH): Upgrade of the internal core software of the ACARS Communications Management Unit (CMU-900). Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc
- [STC ST00079IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00079IB): Integration of Halon-free Portable Fire Extinguisher HAFEX. UMLAUT ENGINEERING GMBH
- [STC ST01936WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01936WI): Installation of LED lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC
- [STC ST02002WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02002WI): Replacement of Rockwell Collins LRA-900 Low Range Radio Altimeters with upgraded LRA-900 units for improved RF immunity to 5G cellular data interference. Rockwell Collins, Inc
- [STC ST01986CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01986CH): Installation of a Honeywell RESCU 406AF Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) system. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC ST03516AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03516AT): Installation of dual Artex Model C406-N Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT). Woven Electronics, LLC
- [STC ST04538AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04538AT): Installation of the Cobham Aviator 200S INMARSAT SATCOM Communication System and external HELGA Low Gain Antenna. Avionics Support Group Inc
- [STC ST01719SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01719SE): Lavatory installation on MD-11F Series airplanes. Commercial Aircraft Interiors Inc
- [STC ST01813SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01813SE): Lavatory installation on Model MD-11F Series airplanes. Commercial Aircraft Interiors
- [STC ST00536SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00536SE): Installation of the Honeywell MK VII Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS). Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA5672SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5672SW-D): Modification of air to air heat exchanger (P/N 187900-9). Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA8757SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8757SW): Replace core assembly of Janitrol Constant Speed Drive (CSD) Oil Cooler, part number B63D89. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC ST04517AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04517AT): Installation of hardware to existing side conveyor assemblies. United Parcel Service Company
- [STC ST03879AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03879AT): Installation of Talon Aerospace Cargo Lights. Aaxico Technical Services Inc
- [STC ST03574AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03574AT): Installation of a Talon Aerospace Anti-Collision Light. Aaxico Technical Services Inc
- [STC ST04002AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04002AT): Installation of a Talon LED Replacement Wing and Tail Mounted Anti-Collision Lights. Aaxico Technical Services Inc
- [STC ST04177AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04177AT): Installation of a Talon Aerospace LED Replacement General Purpose Lamps. Aaxico Technical Services Inc
- [STC ST04092NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04092NY): Installation of Wireless PCMCIA for DFDAU. Delta Engineering Corporation
- [STC ST02532LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02532LA): Modify the wing fuel tanks access cover installation by replacing the existing rubstrip and seal with a new encapsulated wire mesh gasket and a new seal. Aviation Devices & Electronic Components LLC
- [STC ST04546NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04546NY): Installation of Sleeper Seat at Courier Module. Lufthansa Technik AG
- [STC ST04547NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04547NY): Installation of a Secondary Flight Display System (SFDS). Lufthansa Technik AG
- [STC ST04542NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04542NY): Installation of TCAS Change 7.1. Lufthansa Technik AG
- [STC ST04543NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04543NY): Installation of a Global Navigation Satellite Sensor Unit (GNSSU) Replacement. Lufthansa Technik AG
- [STC ST04544NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04544NY): Activation of ADS-B and ELS/EHS Upgrade. Lufthansa Technik AG
- [STC ST01943WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01943WI): Modification of Rockwell Collins, Inc. Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR) Global Landing System (GLU-2100). Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST02669LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02669LA): Installation of Honeywell MKV EGPWS with Landing Performance Enhancement (LPE) functionality. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC ST01276WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01276WI-D): Collins CMU-900 ACARS CORE Software Upgrade. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST02572SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02572SE): Operated in accordance with the Supplement to United Parcel Service (UPS) Airlines Weight and Balance Manual TTF-16T004-20-1 Revision A, dated October 31, 2017 as listed on the AML. United Parcel Service Company
- [STC SA5546NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5546NM): Installation of a cabin cargo handling system. Ancra International LLC
- [STC ST00152LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00152LA): Installation of Ancra International Cargo Handling System. Ancra International LLC
- [STC ST01120LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01120LA): Installation of insulation blankets. Triumph Insulation Systems LLC
- [STC ST04340NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04340NY): Installation of TCAS 7.1 (ACAS II) upgrade of Prior Existing TCAS 7.0. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS
- [STC ST00353LA-1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00353LA-1): Installation of Aircraft Communications, Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS). Teledyne Controls
- [STC ST00399DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00399DE): Installation of nose radome shell assembly. The NORDAM Group LLC
- [STC ST02639LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02639LA): Replace the existing Mode S Transponder system. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
- [STC ST01895WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01895WI): Modification of an existing Rockwell Collins Global Landing Unit (GLU) Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR), Sensor Systems Inc. GPS Antenna and ACSS Transponder Installation. Rockwell International Collins Commercial Avionics
- [STC ST02636LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02636LA): Modification to upgrade the existing XS-950 Mode S Transponder system to add ADS-B Out. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC

All 119: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N523FE/stcs.md

## Related

- Other Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11F aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/mcdonnell-douglas-md-11f/aircraft.md
- The Pratt & Whitney PW4000 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-pw4000-series.md

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