# Boeing 727-231 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 1384079 - Manufacturer (registry): BOEING - Model: 727-231 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 3 · Turbo-jet - Seats: 134 - Weight class: 20,000 lb and over - Cruise speed: 435 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A3WE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A3WE) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: The Boeing Company - Registered aircraft: 0 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-231 Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [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 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 2022-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-25-01): Wings · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-200, 707-100B Long Body and 11 more. Effective Feb 16, 2023 - [AD 2021-03-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-03-09): Wings · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Mar 31, 2021 - [AD 2020-06-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-06-19): Navigation · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 22, 2020 - [AD 2019-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-23-04): Fuel · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Feb 4, 2020 - [AD 2019-24-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-24-18): Navigation · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 11 more. Effective Feb 3, 2020 - [AD 2018-25-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-25-15): Wings · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 22, 2019 - [AD 2018-23-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-23-12): Equipment/furnishings · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 180 more. Effective Dec 28, 2018 - [AD 2018-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-20-05): Fuselage · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 2 more. Effective Nov 2, 2018 - [AD 2018-17-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-17-20): Fuel · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 4, 2018 - [AD 2017-19-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-19-02): Doors · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 19, 2017 - [AD 2014-21-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-21-09): Wings · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 3, 2014 - [AD 2014-16-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-16-09): Oxygen · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-100B Short Body and 16 more. Effective Sep 23, 2014 - [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 2014-04-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-04-09): Wings · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective May 2, 2014 - [AD 2014-05-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-05-14): Fuselage · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective May 1, 2014 - [AD 2014-03-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-03-21): Fuselage · Boeing 727-200 Series and 727-200F Series. Effective Mar 31, 2014 - [AD 2013-24-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-24-15): Fuel · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Jan 8, 2014 - [AD 2013-22-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-22-03): Fuel · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 5, 2013 - [AD 2013-21-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-21-07): Stabilizers · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 5, 2013 - [AD 2013-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-19-08): JASC Code 3418, Stall Warning System · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 18 more. Effective Nov 6, 2013 - [AD 2013-16-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-16-17): Wings · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 27, 2013 - [AD 2013-15-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-15-15): Fuselage · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 20, 2013 - [AD 2013-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-15-11): Stabilizers · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Sep 20, 2013 - [AD 2013-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-14-03): Stabilizers · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Aug 26, 2013 - [AD 2013-14-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-14-02): Wings · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Aug 26, 2013 - [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 2011-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-12-05): Fuel · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Jul 15, 2011 - [AD 2011-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-02-05): Fuselage. · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Mar 1, 2011 - [AD 2011-01-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-01-05): Fuselage · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Feb 14, 2011 - [AD 2011-01-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-01-09): Oxygen · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 290 more. Effective Feb 9, 2011 - [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 2008-04-10 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-04-10-R1): Fuel tank · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 30, 2009 - [AD 2009-20-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-20-08): Fuel system · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Nov 5, 2009 - [AD 2009-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-20-03): Kickboard beam · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Nov 3, 2009 - [AD 2009-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-20-01): Auxiliary fuel tanks · Boeing 727-200 Series with STC SA3449NM. Effective Oct 26, 2009 - [AD 2009-06-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-06-10): Lower skin and the upper fastener row of the upper skin · Boeing 727-100 Series and 727-200 Series. Effective Apr 28, 2009 - [AD 2009-05-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-05-03): Ground fault interrupter (GFI) · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Apr 3, 2009 - [AD 2008-22-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-22-12): Elevator side fitting/hinge fitting joint · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Dec 17, 2008 - [AD 2008-23-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-23-09): Insulation blanket · Boeing 727-200 Series, 727-200F Series, 737-200 Series and 18 more. Effective Dec 15, 2008 - [AD 2008-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-22-01): Auxiliary fuel tanks · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-200 Series, 727 Series and 17 more. Effective Nov 26, 2008 - [AD 2008-17-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-17-14): Elevator rear spar · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Oct 2, 2008 - [AD 2006-16-18 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-16-18-R1): Installing a warning placard on the TAWS/RMI · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 100 more. Effective Jul 18, 2008 - [AD 2008-12-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-12-03): Auxiliary fuel tanks · Airbus BAC 1-11 400 Series, 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body and 15 more. Effective Jul 9, 2008 - [AD 2008-11-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-11-09): Flight deck windows · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Jul 3, 2008 - [AD 2008-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-08-02): Main landing gear (MLG) · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective May 19, 2008 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [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 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 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 2008-04-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-04-10) (historical): Fuel tank systems · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Mar 28, 2008 - [AD 2007-11-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-11-08) (historical): Boost pump dry bay inspection · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Jun 6, 2007 - [AD 2005-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-14-07) (historical): Carriage attach fittings on the foreflaps · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Aug 15, 2005 - [AD 2001-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-24-02) (historical): Shoulder Restraint Harness Attachment · Boeing 707-100 Long Body, 707-100B Long Body, 707-300 Series (all) and 20 more. Effective Jan 4, 2002 - [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 95-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-19-08) (historical): Nose Cowl · Pratt and Whitney JT8D-217A, -217C, and -219 engines, related… (Rohr STC SA4363NM). Effective Oct 20, 1995 - [AD 95-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-04-01) (historical): AFM - Limitations - Windshear · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-200 Series, 737-100 Series and 54 more. Effective Mar 8, 1995 - [AD 86-17-05 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-17-05-R1) (historical): Frame - Cargo Door Cutout · Boeing 727-200 Series. Effective Sep 3, 1987 All 279: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-231/ads.md ## Information bulletins (advisory) (7) - [SAIB NE-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-03): Escape Slide Maintenance Tasks and Intervals - JASC 2565. Issued Feb 19, 2019 - [SAIB NM-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-03): Flight Controls. Issued Nov 24, 2014 - [SAIB NM-15-02](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-02): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings. Issued Nov 6, 2014 - [SAIB NM-10-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-10-13): Navigation: Flight Management System. Issued Jan 7, 2010 - [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-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 - [SAIB NM-06-56](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-06-56): . Issued Jul 19, 2006 ## Registered aircraft None registered with this model now. ## NTSB investigations (13) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB NYC96IA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96IA169), Aug 16, 1996: Boeing 727-232 (N24343), Howard Beach, NY, incident, minor damage. Probable cause: fatigue failure of the fore flap attachment fitting, due to grinding marks on the fitting. - [NTSB NYC90IA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90IA219), Sep 10, 1990: Boeing 727-231 (N74317), New York City, NY, incident, no damage. Probable cause: THE EXHAUST PIPE FIRE IN THE APU WHICH RESULTED IN AN UNAUTHORIZED EVACUATION OF THE AIRPLANE BY THE PASSENGERS. - [NTSB MIA90IA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA90IA039), Dec 15, 1989: Boeing 727 (N64339), Ormond Beach, FL, incident, no damage. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND IN THE BEECH 300 TO COMPLY WITH AN ATC CLEARANCE IN A TIMELY MANNER, WHILE DIVERTING HIS ATTENTION, AND FAILURE OF THE ATC CONTROLLER TO ASSURE THAT IFR SEPARATION WAS… - [NTSB FTW89IA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89IA152), Aug 25, 1989: Boeing 727-231 (N52309), Kenner, LA, incident, minor damage. Probable cause: INACCURATE OPERATORS PROCEDURES/DIRECTIVES AND THE IMPROPER TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE DATA COMPUTED BY THE CAPTAIN. POOR FLIGHT CREW COORDINATION WAS CONSIDERED A FACTOR AS WELL A WRONG RUNWAY SELECTION… - [NTSB MIA88IA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA88IA072), Dec 27, 1987: Boeing 727-231 (N54344), Miami, FL, incident, minor damage - [NTSB CHI86IA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI86IA121), Apr 17, 1986: Boeing 727-231 (N64324), Detroit, MI, incident, no damage - [NTSB DCA86RA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA86RA023), Apr 2, 1986: Boeing 727-231 (N54340), Athens, Greece, 4 fatal - [NTSB NYC86IA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC86IA093), Mar 27, 1986: Boeing 727-231 (N52311), Boston, MA, incident, no damage - [NTSB LAX86MA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX86MA151), Mar 22, 1986: Boeing 727-231 (N64315), Cincinnati, OH, incident, no damage - [NTSB DCA75AZ005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA75AZ005), Dec 1, 1974: Boeing 727 (N54328), Berryville, VA, destroyed, 92 fatal - [NTSB MKC73AK056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73AK056), Mar 3, 1973: Boeing 727 (N12307), Wichita, KS, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI72AC103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI72AC103), Jun 28, 1972: Boeing 727 (N54336), Gary, IN, no damage - [NTSB NYC70A0034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC70A0034), Sep 15, 1969: Boeing 727 (N12303), Philadelphia, PA, no damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (168, newest 50) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Incident 19990628022259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990628022259I), Jun 28, 1999: Boeing 727231 (N84355), Kansas City, MO. (From -23) during cruise the "a" system hydraulic qty dropped to "0" and the hydraulic pumps depressurized. The crew declared an emergency, dumped fuel, and… - [Incident 19980510013079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980510013079I), May 10, 1998: Boeing 727231 (N54348), Salt Lake City, UT, Minor damage. Narrative: on departure, the number two main tire blew. The crew was also required to shut down number one engine, due to indication problems. The aircraft… - [Incident 19970711026399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970711026399I), Jul 11, 1997: Boeing 727231 (N54344), Omaha, NE. Narrative: on July 11, 1997, a Boeing 727-231, N54334, operating as twa flight 633, taxied to the runway for takeoff at Eppley Airfield, Omaha, NE. As the crew… - [Incident 19970131004399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970131004399I), Jan 31, 1997: Boeing 727231 (N54348), Nashville, TN, Minor damage. Narrative: climbing to altitude #2 engine had moderate vibration, when fuel flows set even on all engines. EGT #2 engine 100 degrees above others. Eng epr much… - [Incident 19960816028989I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960816028989I), Aug 16, 1996: Boeing 727231 (N24343), New York, NY, Minor damage. Narrative: twa flt 782 on approach into jfk lost a section of the right outboard foreflap. The section of the foreflap fell into the street. The incident was… - [Incident 19960331014319I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960331014319I), Mar 31, 1996: Boeing 727231 (N84355), Salt Lake City, UT, Substantial damage. Narrative: on March 31, 1996, twa flight #106 shut down no. 2 engine and returned to slc airport, suspecting a bird strike. Upon investigation, it was… - [Incident 19960116002299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960116002299I), Jan 16, 1996: Boeing 727231 (N64320), San Antonio, TX. Narrative: trans world airlines, flight 199, a Boeing 727-231, inbound stl-sat, experienced a door indication of the aft air stair door, which is not in the… - [Incident 19951208045909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951208045909I), Dec 8, 1995: Boeing 727231 (N54348), Chicago, IL. Narrative: flight crew was given company simulator and line checks. (This was accepted by AGL 31 in lieu of a 609 check) aircraft landed runway 22L and… - [Incident 19950412016219I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950412016219I), Apr 12, 1995: Boeing 727231 (N54326), New York, NY, Minor damage. Narrative: on arrival maintenance reported damage to no. one slat. Flight crew unaware of possible contact with runway on landing. Damage was minor and NTSB… - [Incident 19931017043819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19931017043819I), Oct 17, 1993: Boeing 727231 (N54325), Cleveland, OH. Uncontrolled pressure climb in flight. Rapid descent on low altitude. Continued flight. Changed out flow valve. - [Incident 19930914038069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930914038069I), Sep 14, 1993: Boeing 727231 (N12301), Kansas City, MO. Unable to maintain cabin pressure. Diverted to Kansas City,changed flow control valve,cleaned debris from cargo door - [Incident 19930824035459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930824035459I), Aug 24, 1993: Boeing 727231 (N24343), Omaha, NE. Lost a system hydraulic pressure after takeof. Returned. Left main gear door actuator hydraulic line had ruptured. - [Incident 19930707045809I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930707045809I), Jul 7, 1993: Boeing 727231 (N24343), Washington, DC. Passenger pushed flight attendant to cabin floor. Later threatened him. Police met aircraft. - [Incident 19930516018569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930516018569I), May 16, 1993: Boeing 727231 (N54334), St Louis, MO. Baggage handler drove a tug on active runway chasing a dog that jad broken out of cage. Aircraft landed safely. - [Incident 19930220005869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930220005869I), Feb 20, 1993: Boeing 727231 (N54325), New York, NY. Person reported a twa B-727 dropped blue ice near his home. An airworthiness investigation in progress. - [Incident 19921022052049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921022052049I), Oct 22, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N54330), Cleveland, OH. Unable to maintain cabin pressure. Returned. Found a cracked t fitting on outflow valve. - [Incident 19921008044399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921008044399I), Oct 8, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N52309), Nashville, TN. Cargo compartment light on. Drop in cabin pressurization. Masks deployed. Insulation blanket wedge in outflow valve. - [Incident 19920926041959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920926041959I), Sep 26, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N54345), St Louis, MO. Lost a system hydraulic fluid on descent. Lowered gear manually. Landed safely. - [Incident 19920709030629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920709030629I), Jul 9, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N12306), Dallas-Ft Worth, TX, Minor damage. B system hydraulic system failure after takeoff. Returned. Found tire tread had separated and damaged hydraulic tube - [Incident 19920512020469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920512020469I), May 12, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N74317), Indianapolis, IN. Vertical gyro flag warning after takeoff. Diverted for landing. Replaced both gyro and approach horizon indicator. - [Incident 19920423015089I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920423015089I), Apr 23, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N54353), Columbus, OH. NR1 engine fire warning light while preparing for takeoff. Returned to gate. Replaced fire detection loop. - [Incident 19920312012479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920312012479I), Mar 12, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N54353), San Antonio, TX. Unable to retract flaps after takeoff. Returned. Flaps checked normal. - [Incident 19920305007239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920305007239I), Mar 5, 1992: Boeing 727231 (N64319), Kansas City, MO. Cabin pressurization problems at altitude. Diverted to Kansas City. Found right pack pressure regulator failure. - [Incident 19911114059319I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911114059319I), Nov 14, 1991: Boeing 727231 (N12306), Santa Ana, CA. Pilot received a TCAS warning and reacted by descending to lower altitude. ATC advised traffic. Pilot didnot see. - [Incident 19911110055869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911110055869I), Nov 10, 1991: Boeing 727231 (N54354), St Louis, MO. APU torched while boarding. Passengers panicked and removed overwing exits. Slid off wings. Minor injuries. - [Incident 19910422016699I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910422016699I), Apr 22, 1991: Boeing 727231 (N12308), Wichita, KS. Split flaps on descent. Recycled and they appeared normal. Loose cannon plug on indicator caused problem. - [Incident 19901227062519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901227062519I), Dec 27, 1990: Boeing 727231 (N54348), Kansas City, MO. Flap problem on takeoff. Diverted and landed safely. Replaced NR6 leading edge flap switch. - [Incident 19901210061349I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901210061349I), Dec 10, 1990: Boeing 727231 (N54330), Wichita, KS. NR1 fuel transfer valve failed. No fuel transfer. Precautionary landing at Wichita. - [Incident 19901023053719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901023053719I), Oct 23, 1990: Boeing 727231 (N12304), Wichita, KS. Flaps malfunction after takeoff. Returned. Flaps extended normally for landing. Incident under investigation. - [Incident 19900905045599I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900905045599I), Sep 5, 1990: Boeing 727231 (N52309), St Louis, MO. NR1 engine fire warning after takeoff. Shutdown and returned. Engine anti-ice tube failed. - [Incident 19900811058149I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900811058149I), Aug 11, 1990: Boeing 727231 (N64319), Boston, MA, Minor damage. Wing tip hit runway on landing. Damage found on post flight walk around. Pilot stated he had minor wind shear. - [Accident 19900807044469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900807044469A), Aug 7, 1990: Boeing 727231 (N54334), New York, NY. Landed at la guardia after stewardess burned both hands accidentally. Flight met by paramedics. - [Incident 19900625039409I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900625039409I), Jun 25, 1990: Boeing 727200 (N54351), San Antonio, TX. Low oil quantity light on. Shut down NR2 engine and returned. Oil quantity transmitter faulty. - [Incident 19900102003249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900102003249I), Jan 2, 1990: Boeing 727231 (N12304), Milwaukee, WI. Rapid decompression. Masks deployed. Diverted. Replaced auto pressure controller and outflow valves. - [Incident 19891217063909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891217063909I), Dec 17, 1989: Boeing 727231 (N54340), Dayton, OH. Flap and elevator problems. Disconnected autopilot and diverted. Replaced abd rerigged control system parts. - [Incident 19891106055669I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891106055669I), Nov 6, 1989: Boeing 72731 (N84355), St Louis, MO. A system hydraulic failure. Pump valve circuit breaker popped. Flap drive motor had ruptured a seal. Landed safely - [Incident 19891025058349I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891025058349I), Oct 25, 1989: Boeing 727231 (N84355), St Louis, MO. A system hydraulic loss. Diverted for emergency landing. NR6 leading edge flap actuator was leading. - [Incident 19890822049929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890822049929I), Aug 22, 1989: Boeing 72731 (N64319), St Louis, MO. Left gear would not extend. Used manual extension. Landed safely. Had uplock actuator attach mount failure. - [Incident 19890819049999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890819049999I), Aug 19, 1989: Boeing 72731 (N64346), St Louis, MO. Lost a hydraulic system during gear retraction. Returned. Found ruptured hydraulic line on left gear door actuator. - [Incident 19890817050419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890817050419I), Aug 17, 1989: Boeing 727200 (N52312), San Antonio, TX. Loss of hydraulic pressure in a system while taxiing. Found hole in housing of right gear door sequence valve. - [Incident 19890809060719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890809060719I), Aug 9, 1989: Boeing 727231 (N54327), West Palm Beach, FL. Passenger interfering with flight crew inflight. Precautionary landing. Passenger arrested by police. - [Incident 19890506021159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890506021159I), May 6, 1989: Boeing 727231 (N64319), Indianapolis, IN. Rapid uncontrollable cabin pressure climb at FL310. Oxygen masks dropped. Emergency descent. Outflow valves changed - [Incident 19881104060609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881104060609I), Nov 4, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N64339), Kessel, WV. Rapid decompression at cruise altitude. Immediate descent. Outflow valves and pressure controllers replaced. - [Incident 19881005052889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881005052889I), Oct 5, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N64324), St Louis, MO. NR3 engine shut down due to high oil temperature. Returned. Had a defective fuel heater valve. - [Incident 19880928052949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880928052949I), Sep 28, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N64324), St Louis, MO. No gear safe light. Visually checked ok. Landed without incident. Replaced position light base and cap assembly. - [Incident 19880923052959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880923052959I), Sep 23, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N54351), St Louis, MO. Ailerons stiff after takeoff. Returned. Lubricated pulleys and mixer assembley and aircraft was returned to service - [Incident 19880810047189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880810047189I), Aug 10, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N64339), St Louis, MO. A system fluid quantity fell on approach at flap extension. Hard to maintain roll control. Replaced hydraulic pump. - [Incident 19880808047179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880808047179I), Aug 8, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N64321), St Louis, MO, Minor damage. Fire from right side of fuselage on arrival at gate. Passenger initiated evacuation over pilots request to remain. - [Incident 19880723036459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880723036459I), Jul 23, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N52309), St Louis, MO. On takeoff, engine oil pressure went to 57 PSI. Aborted takeoff safely. Replaced oil pressure relief valve - [Incident 19880715043789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880715043789I), Jul 15, 1988: Boeing 727231 (N54335), St Louis, MO. Shut down NR3 engine on approach due to a fire warning. Found engine detector sensor loop defective. All 168: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-231/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (840, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR FDEA2019041630790](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FDEA2019041630790), Apr 13, 2019: DOOR. BINDING. L1 DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE FROM INSIDE OF A/C , BUT WILL CLOSE FROM OUTSIDE OF A/C. - [SDR PCSA2013122601](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2013122601), Dec 24, 2013: ACCESSORY UNIT. FAULTY. AFTER TAKEOFF THE LG LEVER WOULD NOT GO PAST OFF TO UP POSITION. GEAR WOULD NOT COME UP. - [SDR PCSA2013050602](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2013050602), May 3, 2013: BYPASS VALVE. FAULTY. UPON RETRACTION, INBOARD FLAPS REMAINED AT 20°. AFTER LANDING FLAPS RETRACTED NORMALLY. MAINTENANCE REPLACED THE FLAP BYPASS VALVE, THE INBD FLAP ASYMMETRIC REL - [SDR SPUY201304030032](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SPUY201304030032), Apr 3, 2013: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, MAIN CARGO COMPT- FLOORBEAM CORRODED BS 620 RBL 53 ML 208 REF N/R 0930. - [SDR SPUY201304030031](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SPUY201304030031), Apr 3, 2013: BEAM. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, MAIN CARGO COMPT- SKIN AND BEAM FLANGE LWR SKIN CORRODED, STA 910.000 LBL-27 REF N/R 0922. - [SDR SPUY201304030030](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SPUY201304030030), Apr 3, 2013: BEAM. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, MAIN CARGO COMPT- BEAM FLANGE AND SKIN CORRODED, STA 910 REF N/R 0836. - [SDR SPUY201304030029](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SPUY201304030029), Apr 3, 2013: BEAM. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, MAIN CARGO COMPT- BEAM FLANGE AND SKIN CORRODED STA 910 RBL 25 (LWR PART) REF N/R 0835. - [SDR SPUY201304030028](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SPUY201304030028), Apr 3, 2013: STRUCTURE. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, AFTER CARGO COMPT- CORRODED, S-29R, STA 1110 STA 1130. REF N/R 0703. - [SDR SPUY201304030027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SPUY201304030027), Apr 3, 2013: SKIN. CORRODED. DURING ROUTINE C CHECK INSPECTION, RIGHT WING LEADING EDGE UPPER SKIN CORRODED, WBL 92.8. REF N/R 0178. - [SDR CA120817008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120817008), Aug 14, 2012: SLIDING WINDOW. CRACKED. (CAN) IN CRUISE NOTICED ARCHING ON R2 WINDOW AND DISCOVERED OUTER PANE WAS CRACKED. WINDOW REPLACED. - [SDR PCSA2011090601](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2011090601), Sep 6, 2011: OIL SYSTEM. OVERTEMP. NUMBER 3 ENGINE SHUT DOWN DUE TO HIGH OIL TEMPERATURE. - [SDR CA110505004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA110505004), May 5, 2011: RIB. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING CLIMB OUT FLIGHT CREW HAD TO INPUT A CONTROL WHEEL DISPLACEMENT OF 25 DEGREES TO THE RIGHT OF CENTER TO MAINTAIN LEVEL FLIGHT. 1 DEGREE OF SPEED BR - [SDR PCSA2011041501](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2011041501), Apr 14, 2011: START VALVE. MALFUNCTIONED. AT FL270 ENGINE NR 3 START VALVE ILLUMINATED. ACCOMPLISHED SUPPLEMENTAL PROCEDURES. SHUT DOWN NR 3 ENGINE. ACCOMPLISHED ABNORMAL ENGINE SHUTDOWN CHECKLIST ON GE - [SDR PCSA2011011302](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2011011302), Jan 13, 2011: SWITCH. SHORTED. DURING APPROACH INTO SAL WHEEL WELL FIRE AND BELL WERE ACTIVATED. AFTER LANDING MAINTENANCE T/S SYSTEM AND FOUND SHORT IN THE TEST SWITCH AND CORRECTED IT. NO P - [SDR PCSA2011011301](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2011011301), Jan 13, 2011: CONTROL UNIT. DEFECTIVE. DURING TAXI OUT WHEEL WELL FIRE LIGHT AND BELL WENT ON INTERMITTENTLY. - [SDR PCSA2010031801](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2010031801), Mar 18, 2010: SMOKE DETECTOR. FALSE ACTIVATION. SMOKE DETECTOR NR 3 LIGHT CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY IN FLIGHT. VERIFIED NO SMOKE IN CARGO COMPARTMENT. MAINTENANCE PERFORMED AN OPERATIONAL TEST OF THE SMOKE DETEC - [SDR PCSA2010031502](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2010031502), Mar 12, 2010: DETECTOR. DEFECTIVE. CREW LOG ITEM " NR 3 SMOKE DETECTOR LIGHT ILLUMIMATED AT TOP OF DESCENT. INSPECTED AREA. FALSE INDICATION". MAINTENANCE REPLACED THE NR 3 SMOKE DETECTOR AND RET - [SDR PCSA2010031501](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2010031501), Mar 11, 2010: SMOKE DETECTOR. DEFECTIVE. CREW LOG ITEM "SMOKE DETECTION SYSTEM NR 3 LIGHT ILLUMINATED IN FLIGHT". MAINTENANCE REPLACED THE NR 3 SMOKE DETECTOR AND RETURNED THE AIRCRAFT TO SERVICE. - [SDR CA100205001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA100205001), Feb 4, 2010: SPRING. BROKEN. (CAN) ACFT YAWED ABRUPTLY TO THE LT ON TAKEOFF, RUDDER PEDALS FELT ABNORMALLY LOOSE, NO RESISTANCE/FRICTION. ACFT CONTINUED SHORT FLIGHT AND LANDED WITHOUT INCI - [SDR PCSA2010012001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2010012001), Jan 19, 2010: DUCT. CRACKED. CLIMBING THROUGH 9000FT THE NR 2 ENGINE STRUT OVERHEAT LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND A 20 PSI SPLIT IN THE PRESSURE MANIFOLD. PERFORMED THE PROCEDURES, THE LIGHT EXTING - [SDR PCSA2009110601](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2009110601), Nov 6, 2009: CLAMP. LOOSE. DURING INITIAL CLIMB, ENGINE 3 STRUT OVERHEAT LIGHT ILLUMINATED. MAINTENANCE REPLACED THE AFT CLAMP ON 3 ENGINE BLEED AIR SHUTOFF VALVE. THE CLAMP WAS REPLACED - [SDR PCSA2009102101](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2009102101), Oct 21, 2009: CLAMP. LOOSE. NUMBER 3 STRUT OVERHEAT LIGHT ILLUMINATED DURING CLIMBOUT. MAINTENANCE DISCOVERED A LOOSE CLAMP ON THE NUMBER 3 PRECOOLER. THE CLAMP WAS RETORQUED AND LEAK CHEC - [SDR PCSA2009072001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2009072001), Jul 17, 2009: SERVO. MALFUNCTIONED. IN FLIGHT FROM SAP TO MIA "NOSE DOWN RUNAWAY TRIM" AND "JAM STABILIZER AFTER RUNAWAY TRIM". MAINTENANCE FOUND THE STABILIZER TRIM WHEEL MOVING IN THE SAME DIREC - [SDR CA090416004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090416004), Apr 8, 2009: MANIFOLD. CHAFED. (CAN) DURING MX RUN, FOUND SIGNIFIGANT FUEL LEAKING FROM NR 3 ENGINE "COLD STREAM" COWL. MX DETERMINED FUEL NOZZLE MANIFOLD CHAFED THROUGH ON HEAT SHROUD TO PRO - [SDR PCSA2009021901](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA2009021901), Feb 19, 2009: SMOKE DETECTOR. FALSE ACTIVATION. LOWER CARGO FIRE DETECTION AMBER LIGHT ON IN FLIGHT (MX LIGHT). MAINTENANCE REPLACED AN AFT CARGO COMPARTMENT SMOKE DETECTOR. - [SDR CA060119004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060119004), Jan 17, 2006: ACTUATOR. FROZEN. (CAN) ON APPROACH, NLG FAILED TO EXTEND NORMALLY. SUSPECT POSSIBLE FREEZING IN UPLOCK MECHANISM AND/OR BUNGEE LINK. MANUAL EXTENSION USED. NLG EXTENDED AND LOCK - [SDR CA060119003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060119003), Jan 17, 2006: ACTUATOR. LEAKING. (CAN) ON APPROACH, NLG FAILED TO EXTEND NORMALLY. SUSPECT POSSIBLE FREEZING IN UPLOCK MECHANISM AND/OR BUNGEE LINK. MANUAL EXTENSION USED, NLG EXTENDED AND LOCK - [SDR PCSA12140501](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/PCSA12140501), Dec 14, 2005: DOOR. OPEN. FLIGHT 8313 DEPARTED AND DURING CLIMB OUT CREW REPORTED AIRCRAFT WOULD NOT PRESSURIZE, CREW DUMPED FUEL AND RETURNED AND LANDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. MAINTE - [SDR FX7A200500009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FX7A200500009), Oct 15, 2005: LINE. LEAKING. AFTER TAKEOFF, DURING FLAP RETRACTION FROM 15 DEGREES TO 5 DEGREES LOST ALL OF THE SYSTEM A HYDRAULICS. TROUBLESHOT AND FOUND A FLEX LINE AT THE LEFT PCU ELEVAT - [SDR P9RA20050095](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/P9RA20050095), Jul 18, 2005: FLAP SYSTEM. OUT OF ADJUST. DURING DESCENT BACK INTO SFB, CREW NOTED VIBRATION IN AIRCRAFT ABOVE 270KIAS. LOW FREQUENCY VIBRATION. SUSPECT RIGHT FLAP AREA. MAINTENANCE ADJUSTED RIGHT INBD. - [SDR P9RA20050091](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/P9RA20050091), Jun 15, 2005: LIGHT. DETERIORATED. FLOOR TRACK LIGHTING IN FORWARD CABIN AREA DETERIORATED AND LOSING LIGHTING EFFECT. REMOVED AND REPLACED 12 LINEAR FEET OF FLOOR TRACK LIGHTING IAW SAFTGLO M/M. - [SDR P9RA20050075](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/P9RA20050075), Mar 26, 2005: WINDOW. CRACKED. CRUISE FLT 270, ATL-SFB. F/A CALLED FORWARD AND ADVISED A PASSENGER CABIN WINDOW AT 18A HAD CRACKED. F/E RAISED CABIN DIFFERENTIAL TO 0 PSID. CREW REQUESTED NOR - [SDR FX7A200500002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FX7A200500002), Feb 12, 2005: INDICATOR. INOPERATIVE. CAPTAINS ADI INOPERATIVE. - [SDR FX7A200500001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FX7A200500001), Feb 9, 2005: ACTUATOR. LEAKING. DURING TAXI HYDRAULIC QUANTITY DROPS TO ZERO. - [SDR C7WA200400063](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C7WA200400063), Oct 25, 2004: SEAL PLATE. DAMAGED. LOSS OF SYSTEM A HYDRAULIC PRESSURE AND QUANITY IN FLIGHT. FOUND DAMAGED PLATE SEAL AT LT ELEVATOR POWER PACKAGE. REMOVED AND REPLACED SEAL PLATE. - [SDR P9RA20040026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/P9RA20040026), Jul 31, 2004: GATE. OPEN. UNABLE TO PRESSURIZE AIRCRAFT AFTER TAKE OFF. FUEL DUMPED. NO EMERGENCY DECLARED. FOUND R1 DOOR PARTIALLY OPEN. PROPERLY SECURED DOOR AND GROUND PRESSURIZED THE - [SDR C7WA200400016](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C7WA200400016), May 10, 2004: PUMP. EXPLODED. NR 1 SYSTEM A-HYD PUMP LOW PRESSURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, QUANTITY DECREASED TO 1.2 GALLONS. PERFORMED ASSOCIATED CHECK LIST. NR 2 ENGINE HYDRAULIC PUMP HAD A CATA - [SDR C7WA200400006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C7WA200400006), Mar 9, 2004: SKIN. CORRODED. FOUND LOWER FUSELAGE SKIN CORRODED AT STRINGER 30 RT BETWEEN FS 1050 AND 1062. CUT OUT DAMAGE, SKIN REPAIRED IAW 727 SRM 53-30-3, FIG 3. (M) - [SDR C7WA200400007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C7WA200400007), Mar 9, 2004: SKIN. CORRODED. FOUND LOWER FUSELAGE SKIN CORROSION AT STRINGER 28 RIGHT BETWEEN FS 1046 AND 1072, AFT EDGE OF EXISTING REPAIR. REMOVED EXISTING REPAIR. CUT OUT DAMAGE, SKIN RE - [SDR C7WA200400008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C7WA200400008), Mar 9, 2004: FRAME. CORRODED. FOUND LOWER FUSELAGE FRAME AND SKIN CORRODED FS 1140 STRINGER 29 RT. REMOVED CORROSION, SKIN CORROSION REMOVED WITHIN ALLOWABLE DAMAGE LIMITS PER 727 SRM 53-30- - [SDR P9RA20040002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/P9RA20040002), Jan 15, 2004: POSITION SWITCH. DIRTY. RIGHT GEAR DOOR LIGHT ON FLIGHT ENGINEERS PANEL DOES NOT ILLUMINATE DURING GEAR RETRACTION OR EXTENSION. CLEANED RIGHT HAND GEAR DOOR POSITION SWITCH AND CHECKE - [SDR 2004F00250](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004F00250), Jan 5, 2004: PIN. BACKED OUT. LOSS OF STEERING DURING LINING UP FOR TAKEOFF RETURNED TO GATE. FOUND APEX PIN BACKED OUT OF STEERING KNUCKLE. INSTALLED APEX PIN AND OPS CHECK SYSTEM PER 32-51 - [SDR CA040104002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040104002), Jan 1, 2004: FLANGE. CRACKED. (CAN) SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE WAS CARRIED OUT TO REPLACE THE FCU/FUEL PUMP QUAD RING. THE RUN OUT TORQUE INSPECTION WAS CARRIED OUT AND THE CLEARANCE FAILED. DISA - [SDR 2003F00604](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003F00604), Aug 10, 2003: SKID. MALFUNCTIONED. AFTER TAKEOFF WITH THE LANDING GEAR RETRACTED THE TAIL SKID REMAINED EXTENDED, RETURNED TO MIAMI DUMPED 15000 LBS OF FUEL AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. CHECKED T - [SDR CA030627008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA030627008), Jun 18, 2003: CONNECTOR. SHORTED. (CAN) ON DESCENT THROUGH 3,000 FT, IT WAS OBSERVED THAT THE NR 2 ENGINE START VALVE OPEN LIGHT WAS FLICKERING AND THEN REMAINED STEADY. NR 2 ENGINE IN FLT SHUTD - [SDR HOC2003F00013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HOC2003F00013), Apr 29, 2003: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING A (C) CHECK CORROSION WAS NOTED ON LOWER FLANGE. COMMON TO FLOORBEAM STRAP AND INTERCOSTAL. STA 1130, LBL24. - [SDR HOC2003F00010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HOC2003F00010), Apr 28, 2003: SUPPORT BRACKET. CORRODED. DURING A (C) CHECK CORROSION WAS NOTED ON LEFT, OUTBOARD DITCHING PAN SUPPORT BRACKET. STA 1176-1183. - [SDR HOC2003F00003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HOC2003F00003), Apr 25, 2003: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. DURING A (C) CHECK CORROSION WAS NOTED ON FLOORBEAM TOP SURFACE STA 440, 12 LBL-12 RBL. - [SDR HOC2003F00002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HOC2003F00002), Apr 25, 2003: INTERCOSTAL. CORRODED. DURING A (C) CHECK CORROSION WAS NOTED ON OUTBOARD LWR INTERCOSTAL, STA 1070-STGR30, RBL 2.0. - [SDR HOC2003F00005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HOC2003F00005), Apr 20, 2003: SPLICE. CORRODED. DURING A (C) CHECK CORROSION WAS NOTED ON TENSION TIE FITTING AND SPLICE ANGLE AT STA 1183, STR 17R. All 840: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-231/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (837, first 50) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC ST12461IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST12461IB): Installation of Cockpit Voice Recorder with optional RIPS Upgrade. Mid- Canada Mod Center - [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 ST12412CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST12412CH): Installation of the Dual FreeFlight Systems RA-6500 Radio Altimeter. IFL Group Inc - [STC ST00736SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00736SE): Installation of new flight crew oxygen masks and holders. B/E Aerospace, Inc. - FSI - [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 ST02771SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02771SE): Installation of Improved Radio Altimeter System. AeroMech Incorporated - [STC ST02646AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02646AT): Installation of an AudioVideo In-Flight Entertainment System (IFE) per ARC Avionics Master Drawing List (MDL) ARC-VIDE-001-MDL latest FAA approved revision. ARC145 LLC - [STC SA5040NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5040NM): Installation of cargo pallet and net. Satco Inc - [STC ST03450AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03450AT): Installation of a horse stall system. Gregory Jackson - [STC SA2348WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2348WE): Installation of emblem lights. The Boeing Company - [STC ST09113AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09113AC): Installation of Tail Floodlights on Boeing 727 Engine Pylons. The Boeing Company - [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC SA1026NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1026NW): Installation of centerline life raft stowage compartments. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1045NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1045NW): Installation of Spacemaker I-A interior kit. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1078NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1078NW): Installation of C&D coat closet, L.H. forward unit. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1086NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1086NW): Installation of C&D coat closet, R.H. forward unit. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1174NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1174NW): Installation of a windscreen. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1305NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1305NM): Installation of coat closet, L. H. forward unit. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1306NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1306NM): Installation of coat closet, R. H. forward unit. (727-232). Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1370NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1370NM): Installation of class divider-closet units and curtain header. (727-235). C & D Zodiac Inc - [STC SA1419NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1419NM): Installation of overhead life raft stowage containers. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1442NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1442NM): Installation of Spacemaker interior kit. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA1662NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1662NM): Installation of overhead stowage Quikbin retrofit kits. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA2474NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2474NM): Installation of 3 coat closets and one class divider. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA2480NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2480NM): Installation of divider assembly, closet assembly, cabinet assembly, coatroom assembly. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA3299NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3299NM): Installation of an overhead life raft stowage compartment kit. Safran Cabin Inc. Lists 727 Series - [STC SA3457NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3457NM): Installation of cabin divider. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA469NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA469NW): Installation of coat closet unit. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA5169NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5169NM): Installation of Aerobin interior modification kits. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA5172NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5172NM): Installation of modular lavatory components. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA6051NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA6051NM): Installation of Galley, G6A. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC SA816NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA816NW): Installation of spacemaker interior modification kit. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC ST00147LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00147LA): Installation of closet and curtain header. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC ST00577SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00577SE): Installation of SpaceLine Interior Kits. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC ST01437LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01437LA): Installation of a reinforced cockpit door. Safran Cabin Inc - [STC ST00556CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00556CH): Installation of a single or dual Honeywell/Trimble HT9100 Global Navigation System. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc - [STC SA3141NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3141NM): Installation of floor proximity emergency escape path. Bruce Aerospace Inc - [STC SA2932SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2932SO): Installation of a Fairchild or Sundstrand Digital Flight Data Recorder. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC ST00771AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00771AT): Installation of expanded parameters Digital Flight Data Recorder from 6 parameters to 24 parameters. L3 Communications/Aviation Recorders - [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 ST04515AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04515AT): Installation of Auxiliary Fuel Tank Ignition Mitigation Reticulated Polyurethane Foam in Boeing 727-223 Series. AerSale Inc - [STC ST01395LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01395LA): Approved for model 727-100, serial number 19860 and 20279; for model 727-200, serial number 21082, 21494, and 21495. Installation of BAE Systems (formerly Canadian Marconi) Dual CMA-900 Flight Management System. Aero Technik Inc - [STC ST00215IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00215IB): Installation of saf-Tglo ECO Photoluminescent Aisle Path Marking Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH - [STC ST01936WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01936WI): Installation of LED lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC ST03424CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03424CH): Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders. CMD Flight Solutions LLC - [STC ST01641AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01641AT): Installation of a photoluminescent floor proximity emergency escape path marking system. STG Aerospace Inc - [STC ST00399SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00399SE): The above boeing model which has incorporated Raisbeck Commercial Air Group Inc Master Drawing List 96B-1001, Revision D, dated September 2, 1997, or later FAA approved revision, complies iwth FAR Part 36, Stage 3 noise limits. Raisbeck Engineering Inc - [STC ST00553SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00553SE): Incorporation of the Raisbeck Commercial Air Group inlet acoustical treatment and associated structure on certain engine nose cowls. Raisbeck Engineering Inc - [STC ST00555SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00555SE): Modification in the leading edge slat and flap configurations. Raisbeck Engineering Inc All 837: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-231/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Boeing 727-223](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-223): 9 registered aircraft, registry code 1384074 - [Boeing 727-227](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-227): 4 registered aircraft, registry code 1384078 - [Boeing 727-225](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-225): 2 registered aircraft, registry code 1384077 - [Boeing 727-200](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-200): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 138407E - [Boeing 727-212](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-212): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 138407G - [Boeing 727-230](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-230): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 1384080 - [Boeing 727-232](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-232): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 1384082 - [Boeing 727-243](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-243): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 138408D - [Boeing 727-247](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-247): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 138408F - [Boeing 727-264](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-264): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 138408M - [Boeing 727-281](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-281): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 138408N - [Boeing 727-277](https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727-277): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 138408S --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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