# Boeing 727

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1384001
- Manufacturer (registry): BOEING
- Model: 727
- 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

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 2018-17-20](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 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 2009-05-03](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 2008-22-01](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 2008-11-09](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
- [AD 2008-02-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-02-13): External high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Feb 28, 2008
- [AD 2007-21-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-21-04): Aft pressure bulkhead web · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Nov 16, 2007
- [AD 2007-12-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-12-14): Forward entry door · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Jul 16, 2007
- [AD 2006-13-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-13-16): Left and right outboard aileron balance tabs · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 3 more. Effective Aug 1, 2006
- [AD 2006-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-09-03): Mid-cabin galley doorway · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727 Series and 1 more. Effective May 31, 2006
- [AD 2006-07-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-07-17): Terminal fittings of the spars of the wings · Boeing 727-100 Series, 727-100C Series, 727-200 Series and 2 more. Effective May 12, 2006

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 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 2002-24-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-24-05) (historical): Upper chord · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Dec 18, 2002
- [AD 99-12-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-12-52) (historical): Fuel Boost Pump · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Jun 28, 1999
- [AD 99-04-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-04-22) (historical): Fuselage Lap Joints · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Mar 4, 1999
- [AD 98-11-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-11-03) (historical): Structural Integrity · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Jun 23, 1998
- [AD 97-25-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-25-15) (historical): Rear Spar Web · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Dec 29, 1997
- [AD 97-05-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-05-08) (historical): Upper and Lower Flanges · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Mar 18, 1997
- [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 96-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-06-05) (historical): Elevator Control Tab · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Apr 22, 1996
- [AD 91-09-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-09-07) (historical): Forward Door Entry · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective May 28, 1991
- [AD 90-15-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-15-12) (historical): Through-Bolt Nut · Boeing 727 Series (all) with STC SA4363NM. Effective Jul 31, 1990
- [AD 90-02-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-02-16) (historical): Wing Center Section Inspection · Boeing 727 Series (all). Effective Feb 12, 1990

All 257: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727/ads.md

## Information bulletins (advisory) (8)

- [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
- [SAIB NE-02-18](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-02-18): Air Cruisers Company Evacuation Slide and Slide/Raft Systems. Issued Mar 13, 2002

## Registered aircraft

None registered with this model now.

## NTSB investigations (1)

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 OAK73AP009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK73AP009), Oct 1, 1972: Boeing 727 (N7035U), S.Francisco, CA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (8)

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 19800818067579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800818067579I), Aug 18, 1980: Boeing 727 (N7033U), Shreveport, LA. Plane returned due to loss of pressurization. Pressure sensor switch, outflow valve and door seals were replaced.
- [Incident 19800817067519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800817067519I), Aug 17, 1980: Boeing 727 (N7033U), Houston, TX. Aircraft lost pressurization. Outflow valve failed.
- [Incident 19800616054609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800616054609I), Jun 16, 1980: Boeing 72722 (N7035U), Pittsburgh, PA. Flight returned when flaps would not fully retract. Found drive collar disengaged.
- [Incident 19791129045249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19791129045249I), Nov 29, 1979: Boeing 72722 (N7035U), Newark, NJ. En route, nr 2 engine fire warning came on. Shut down nr 2, landed. Replaced end cap on 13th stage air bleed.
- [Incident 19791126046579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19791126046579I), Nov 26, 1979: Boeing 72722 (N7035U), Boston, WA. Aircraft returned to airport due to door warning light on after takeoff. Checked out as operational.
- [Incident 19790910035029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790910035029I), Sep 10, 1979: Boeing 72722 (N7035U), Buffalo, NY. Aircraft depressurized at FL280, which was regained at FL220 without further incident. Flow valves sensor replaced.
- [Incident 19781228020659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19781228020659I), Dec 28, 1978: Boeing 727 (N7035U), Pittsburg, PA. Gear had to be recycled up after takeoff. Hydraulic pressure low due to a leak. Flight returned.
- [Incident 19781216025399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19781216025399I), Dec 16, 1978: Boeing 727 (N7035U), New York, NY. Passenger became ill after flight left gate. Flight returned to gate, passenger removed by medical personnel.

## Service difficulty reports (156, newest 50)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR K11A2021092700077](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/K11A2021092700077), Sep 25, 2021: GAUGE. FAILED. R AND R #2 EGT GAUGE. PERFORMED OPS CHECK IAW B727 AMM 77-21-00 AND 77-21-51.
- [SDR CA110810008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA110810008), Aug 8, 2011: FLAP SYSTEM. MALFUNCTIONED. AFTER TAKEOFF WHEN MOVING FLAPS FROM 5 TO 2 ,THE INBD FLAPS REMAINED AT 5. SUPP PROCEDURE COMPLETED USING ALT FLAPS, AND RETURNED. SYS WAS INSPECTED & FUNCTION 
- [SDR FOTR2111712446](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/FOTR2111712446), Jul 13, 2011: STRUCTURE. CRACKED. VERTICAL STAB, L/E HAS CRACKED DOUBLER TOP OF FWD SPAR CHORD CENTER, JUST AFT OF ELEVATOR CONTROL CABLE QUADRANT. REPAIRED ON FASI WO 21117, NR 12446.
- [SDR CA100216017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA100216017), Aug 21, 2009: FRAME. CRACKED. (CAN) DVI OF NLG BAY APPROX BS 328 FOUND RT TRUNNION SUPPORT FITTING A FRAME CRACKED ABOUT 3 INCHES LONG IN THE UPPER PORTION OF THE A FRAME. REPAIR WAS COMPLIE
- [SDR 2009FA0000003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2009FA0000003), Jan 5, 2009: BRAKE ASSY. DAMAGED. BRAKE, WHEEL, AND TIRE CAME INTO THE SHOP WITH SEVERE DAMAGE THAT OCCURRED WHILE INSTALLED ON THE ACFT. ACCORDING TO THE PRELIMINARY INSP PERFORMED IN THE SHOP,
- [SDR DU4R2008189](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DU4R2008189), Jan 21, 2008: FRAME. DENTED. S/O 304002 N/R 26446 DEEP DENT AT FLANGE AREA BS 720A S24 - 25L IN FWD PIT LT SIDE. REPAIRED BY CUTTING OUT DENT, FABRICATED FRAME REPAIR 8.5 INCH X 3 INCH X 1 
- [SDR DU4R2008190](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DU4R2008190), Jan 11, 2008: SKIN. DAMAGED. S/O 304002 N/R 26068 DEEP TOOL MARKS (5 EA) IN EXT. FUSELAGE SKIN AT BS 1123 FWD OF OUTFLOW VALVE RT SIDE. REPAIRED 5 EA TOOL MARKS BY CUTTING OUT AREA, FABRICA
- [SDR AMTA200600523](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AMTA200600523), Aug 17, 2006: BATTERY. DISCHARGED. FWD CABIN EMERGENCY FLASHLIGHT (TEST) RED LIGHTS NOT FLASHING. REMOVED AND REPLACED BOTH FWD FLASHLIGHT BATTERY AND SEAL IAW AMM, BOTH FWD FLASHLIGHTS TEST GOOD
- [SDR 05FDEA04183](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/05FDEA04183), Dec 8, 2005: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. AFT PIT MAIN DECK FLOORBEAM HAS CORROSION STA BS 1130 LBL67.0 REMOVED CORROSION AND FOUND TO BE OUT OF LIMITS IAW B727 SRM 51-10-6 AND 53-10-1. FABRICATED REPAI
- [SDR 05FDEA04176](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/05FDEA04176), Dec 8, 2005: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. MAIN CABIN FLOORBEAM HAS CORROSION AT FASTENER HOLES AT STA BS1130 BETWEEN RBL14 AND RBL40. REPAIRED OUT OF LIMTS SECTION OF STA BS 1130 FLOORBEAM IAW SRM 53-10
- [SDR 05FDEA04175](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/05FDEA04175), Dec 8, 2005: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. FORWARD CARGO COMPARTMENT STA BS 620 BOTTOM SURFACE OF FLOORBEAM UPPER TEE CAP HAS CORROSION AROUND SCREW HOLES LBL50 TO RBL50. REMOVED DAMAGED SECTION OF TEE C
- [SDR 05FDEA04174](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/05FDEA04174), Dec 8, 2005: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. AFT PIT MAIN DECK FLOORBEAM HAS CORROSION AT FASTENER CLIP AT STA, BS 950F, LBL21.0. REMOVED CORROSION IAW SRM 51-10-6 AND FOUND TO BE OUT OF LIMITS IAW SRM 53-
- [SDR 05FDEA04147](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/05FDEA04147), Dec 5, 2005: STRUCTURE. DAMAGED. AFT CARGO DOOR, LOWER CHORD, UPPER TEE CAP AT STA BS 950D TO BS 950E, ABOVE STRINGER 27-R HAS SEVERAL HOLES WITH NO EDGE DISTANCE AND MINIMUM SPACING. REPAIRED 
- [SDR 05FDEA02575](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/05FDEA02575), Aug 19, 2005: SKIN. DAMAGED. FUSELAGE EXTERNAL SKIN DAMAGED AFT OF SECTION 41 AROUND STRINGER 19 LT, REMOVED DAMAGE FABRICATED REPAIR DOUBLER FILLER AND INSTALLED IAW SRM 53-30-3 FIG 24. PR
- [SDR 2005FA0001040](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001040), Jun 23, 2005: PISTON. BROKEN. PISTON BROKE AT THE KEY GROVE, FATIGUE. (196962/FXS) (K)
- [SDR 2005FA0000911](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000911), May 25, 2005: CAP. CRACKED. CAP IS CRACKED IN BOTTOM OF PORT C. CAP IS TOO WEAK. MAKE CAP STRONGER. (K) (REF: 195902/FXS)
- [SDR 2005FA0000804](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000804), May 23, 2005: SEAT. DAMAGED. RECEIVED APU FIRE EXTINGUISHER FOR OVERHAUL AFTER FIRING. DURING THE DISASSEMBLY, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE PYROTECHNIC CARTRIDGE MELTED THE STAINLESS STEEL BO
- [SDR 2005FA0000910](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000910), Apr 20, 2005: HOUSING. BROKEN. AIRCRAFT RETURNED FROM A FLIGHT WITH HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKING FROM ACTUATOR. FLIGHT ENGINEER WALK AROUND, FOUND BODY END BROKE OFF AT RETAINER END. UNKNOWN, THIS
- [SDR 05FDEA00631](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/05FDEA00631), Mar 24, 2005: LAMP. MALFUNCTIONED. LOWER CARGO SMOKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON T/O AT 90 KTS, RTO- NO OTHER INDICATION ON CARGO PANEL OR BELL. BOTH FWD AFT COMPARTMENTS CHECK CLEAR. RELAMPED INDICATOR
- [SDR 2005FA0000078](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000078), Jan 10, 2005: HOUSING. CRACKED. CRACKED THROUGH THREADS IN CYL 1 PORT. FATIGUE, STRONGER BODY. MECHANIC JW2, JOB NR 191405. (K)
- [SDR 2005FA0000077](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000077), Jan 10, 2005: CYLINDER. CRACKED. CRACKED THROUGH THREADS IN CYL 1 PORT. FATIGUE, STRONGER BODY. MECHANIC JW2, JOB NR 191407. (K)
- [SDR 2005FA0000076](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000076), Jan 10, 2005: CYLINDER. CRACKED. CRACKED THROUGH THREADS IN CYL 1 PORT. FATIGUE, STRONGER BODY. MECHANIC JW2, JOB NR 191413. (K)
- [SDR C1HA200476004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C1HA200476004), Aug 4, 2004: FLOORBEAM. CORRODED. CORROSION ON FLOORBEAM STA 1010 LBL 0 - 15 LBL. CLEAN, TREAT & INSTALLED REPAIR DOUBLER.
- [SDR 2004F00095](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004F00095), Mar 25, 2004: WHEEL. CRACKED. RETURNED, TO REPAIR SHOP, WHEEL/ TIRE ASSY REMOVED FOR LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE ,CAUSED BY SEVERE CRACK TO OUTBOARD WHEEL HALF.(REURNING FRACTURED PART TO MFG. FOR
- [SDR GAIA03025SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03025SP), Jul 19, 2003: STRINGER. CRACKED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CABIN FORWARD STATION 720C, STRINGER 15L IS CRACKED AFT OF WING LIGHT. CUT OUT CRACK FROM STRINGER 15L, IAW SRM 53-10-3 FIG 5, FABRIC
- [SDR GAIA03029SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03029SP), Jul 19, 2003: FRAME. DENTED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CABIN FRAME BS 520 HAS A DENT INTO THE RADIUS AT STRINGER 16R FASN/R 35745. CUT OUT DAMAGED AREA, FABRICATED FILLER FROM MATERIAL 707
- [SDR GAIA03028SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03028SP), Jul 19, 2003: FRAME. DENTED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CABIN FRAME BS 540 HAS DENT INTO THE RADIUS AT STRINGER 16 RT, FASI N/N 35744. CUT OUT DAMAGED AREA, FABRICATED SECTION OF FRAME MATE
- [SDR GAIA03038SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03038SP), Jul 19, 2003: SPLICE. CRACKED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CARGO DOOR DECK BS 640, FLOORBEAM SPLICE PLATE CRACKED FROM SLOT RADIUS FASI N/R 35932. REMOVED AND REPLACED FLOORBEAM SPLICE PLATE P
- [SDR GAIA03037SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03037SP), Jul 19, 2003: SPLICE. CRACKED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CARGO DECK BS 600, FLOORBEAM SPLICE PLATE CRACKED AT SLOT RADIUS FASI N/R 35931. REMOVED AND REPLACED FLOORBEAM SPLICE PLATE P/N AE72
- [SDR GAIA03036SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03036SP), Jul 19, 2003: FLOORBEAM. CRACKED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CARGO DECK BS 580, FLOORBEAM SPLICE PLATE CRACKED AT SLOT RADIUS, FASI N/R 35930. REMOVED AND REPLACED SPLICE PLATE P/N AE 727-1-42-1
- [SDR GAIA03034SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03034SP), Jul 19, 2003: FRAME. DENTED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CABIN FRAME BS 560 HAVE DENTS INTO THE RADIUS AT STRINGER 16R AND STRINGER 8R FASI N/R 35743. CUT OUT DAMAGED AREAS, FABRICATED DOUBL
- [SDR GAIA03031SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03031SP), Jul 19, 2003: FRAME. CRACKED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CABIN FRAME BS 360 HAS A DENT AND CRACK BETWEEN STRINGERS 7R AND 8R FASI N/R 35751. CUT OUT DAMAGED AREA, FABRICATED DOUBLER REPAIR F
- [SDR GAIA03030SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03030SP), Jul 19, 2003: FRAME. DAMAGED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CABIN FRAME BS 460 HAS A TOOLING HOLE INTO THE RADIUS AT STRINGER 17R FASI N/R 35747. CUT OUT DAMAGE AREA, FABRICATED DOUBLER FROM 70
- [SDR GAIA03042SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03042SP), Jul 19, 2003: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND MAIN CABIN SEAT TRACK CORRODED LBL 45 BS 720D FASI N/R 36068. REPLACED DAMAGED PARTS 90 INCHES LONG P/N BAC1520-792 AND BAS 1593-100122 IA
- [SDR GAIA03044SP](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GAIA03044SP), Jul 19, 2003: SKIN. CHAFED. DURING C-CHECK, FOUND LOWER RUDDER LOWER L/E CLOSE OUT WEB CHAFED THROUGH FASI N/R 36010. REPLACED WEB P/N 65-16830-4 IAW B-727 SRM 51-30-2. (M)
- [SDR DHL2003741501](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DHL2003741501), Mar 23, 2003: SKIN. CRACKED. DISCREPANCY DURING C CHECK, FUSELAGE UPPER LOBE INTERIOR BS 680 AND CARGO DOOR LWR. SILL BEAM FRAME CRACKED FWD. AND AFT. ALSO MISSING FASTENERS (8 EACH). REMOV
- [SDR C1HA200396001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C1HA200396001), Jan 5, 2003: WARNING LIGHT. ILLUMINATED. AFTER GEAR RETRACTION, THE FWD DOOR LIGHT AND F/E'S RT GEAR DOOR LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. PERFORMED COM PROCEDURE 2.32.29 AND BOTH LIGHTS EXTINGUISHED. INSTA
- [SDR 2002FA0000614](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000614), Mar 27, 2002: NUT. FRACTURED. NUT FRACTURED INTO THREE PIECES UNDER NORMAL TORQUE OF (75-80 IN-LBS).
- [SDR 2002FA0000609](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000609), Feb 11, 2002: CAP. ERODED. ACTUATOR CAP PORT (C) HAS EROSION INTERNALLY.
- [SDR 2002FA0000608](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000608), Feb 11, 2002: CAP. ERODED. ACTUATOR CAP PORT HAS EROSION INTERNALLY.
- [SDR 2001FA0000676](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000676), Nov 12, 2001: CAP. CORRODED. CAP ASSEMBLY HAS SEVERE CORROSION IN THE PACKING GROOVE, THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. DISSIMILAR METAL CORROSION.
- [SDR 2001FA0000675](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000675), Nov 12, 2001: CAP. CORRODED. CAP ASSEMBLY HAS SEVERE CORROSION IN THE PACKING GROOVE, THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. DISSIMILAR METAL CORROSION.
- [SDR 2001FA0000674](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000674), Nov 12, 2001: HOUSING. CORRODED. ELBOW HOUSING HAS SEVERE CORROSION IN THE BOLT HOLES, CHECK VALVE PORT, PACKING LANDS AND ON THE SEALING SURFACE. DISSIMILAR METAL CORROSION.
- [SDR 2001FA0000678](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000678), Nov 8, 2001: COIL. SHORTED. BRAKE COILS ARE SHORTED AND BURNED. UNDER NORMAL OPERATION THE VIBRATION INCURRED HAS BEEN FOUND TO CAUSE ABRADING BETWEEN THE BRAKE COILS AND STUDS WHICH RESUL
- [SDR 2001FA0000677](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000677), Nov 8, 2001: COIL. SHORTED. BRAKE COILS ARE SHORTED AND BURNED. UNDER NORMAL OPERATION THE VIBRATION INCURRED HAS BEEN FOUND TO CAUSE ABRADING BETWEEN THE BRAKE COILS AND STUDS WHICH RESUL
- [SDR 2001FA0000673](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000673), Nov 8, 2001: HOUSING. CORRODED. HOUSING ASSEMBLY HAS HEAVY PITTING AND CORROSION IN THE BOLT HOLES, PORTS, CAP ASSEMBLIES AND ON THE SEALING SURFACES. DISSIMILAR METAL CORROSION.
- [SDR IU62001F00012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/IU62001F00012), Oct 31, 2001: ACTUATOR. FLAKING. CHROME PLATING IS FLAKING OFF INSIDE THE BORE.
- [SDR 01FDEA00899](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/01FDEA00899), Oct 21, 2001: SWITCH. FAILED. 01-344 #6 L/E FLAP INDICATING IN TRANSIT AFTER RETRACTION. AIR RETURN. ** S/D ** COMING
- [SDR DHL2001741017](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DHL2001741017), Sep 8, 2001: CONTROLLER. LACK OF LUBE. 1) DURING FLAP EXTENSION LEFT INBOARD FLAP WOULD NOT EXTEND TO FLAPS 30. APPROX. 1 NEEDLE WIDTH OUT OF BOX DURING APPROACH AND 2ND ATTEMPT WAS MADE AFTER LANDIN
- [SDR 2001FA0000423](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000423), Aug 21, 2001: HOUSING. CRACKED. HOUSING IS CRACKED ALONG FIRST SHOULDER ON SAME SIDE AS PORTS.

All 156: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (440, 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 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 SA2348WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2348WE): Installation of emblem lights. The Boeing Company
- [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing 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 SA3299NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3299NM): Installation of an overhead life raft stowage compartment kit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA547NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA547NW): Installation of Mark I interior conversion kit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA3141NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3141NM): Installation of floor proximity emergency escape path. Bruce Aerospace 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 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 ST00098IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00098IB): Introduction of ADS-B Out. STC Twenty One Limited
- [STC SA2534SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2534SW-D): Replacement of Switch assembly Int'l Inflatables Co. P/N 68748, with DME Corp. P/N L-140 in emergency evacuation slide lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc
- [STC SA2539SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2539SW-D): Replacement of light assembly, International Inflatables Co. P/N68555-1 with DME Corp. EL-104, EL-104A, and EL-104B in emergency slide lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc
- [STC SA863EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA863EA): Incorporation of DME Corporation emergency evacuation slide lighting system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc
- [STC ST02580AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02580AT): Lithium cell battery pack to replace currently approved alkaline battery pack used in escape slide emergency light system. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc
- [STC ST04524AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04524AT): Installation of Ignition Mitigation Means (IMM) using Reticulated Polyurethane Foam (RPF) inside the auxiliary fuel tank system. Jetaire Aerospace LLC
- [STC SA1220NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1220NW): Installation of Universal flight data recorder. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA1281NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1281NW): Installation of spacemaker II interior modification kit. Safran Cabin Inc
- [STC SA3160NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3160NM): Installation of Hughes-Avicom Video Game/Audio Entertainment System. Burrana Inc
- [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 ST02639LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02639LA): Replace the existing Mode S Transponder system. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
- [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
- [STC SA2396NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2396NM): Installation of HF Antenna on vertical stabilizer leading edge. Aviation Technical Services
- [STC ST00542SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00542SE): Fabrication and installation of modified inboard flap drive offset gearboxes. Aviation Technical Services
- [STC ST00347BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00347BO): Modification to upgrade a BendixKing CAS 67A TCAS II system to CAS 67B TCAS II Change 7.1. Pro Star Aviation, LLC
- [STC ST04229NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04229NY): Introduction of a 16G New Generation Stretcher XL P/N 1120030-Series. Bucher Leichtbau AG
- [STC SA5938NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5938NM): Installation of winglets, associated changes in flap and aileron positions and rigging, and related changes to the navigation beacons. Quiet Wing Corporation
- [STC ST00384SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00384SE): Modification of the neutral settings of the inboard and outboard ailerons and aft flap segments. Quiet Wing Corporation
- [STC ST00325SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00325SE): Installation of B-727 angle gearboxes. (727-200CF). LMI Aerospace
- [STC ST11071SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST11071SC): Demonstration of aircraft critical equipment and antenna systems tolerance of radio frequency interference (RFI) from intentional or spurious transmissions from certain Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs). Liberty Partners Inc
- [STC SA3139SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3139SO): Installation of a replacement coalescer filter, GAI P/N 22D10 or 22D10-2. Purolator Facet, Inc
- [STC ST02406LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02406LA): Installation of TCAS version 7.1. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
- [STC SA3994NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3994NM): Installation of a cascade thrust reverser. Alloy Aerospace Inc
- [STC ST01704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01704SE): Installation of metallic window blanks a cockpit eyebrow windows# 4 and #5, including the associated interiors and systems changes. Cascade Aviation Services Inc
- [STC ST04277AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04277AT): Installation of Future Air Navigation System / Controller - Pilot Data Link Communication System (FANS-1A/CPDLC) with Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Contract (ADS-C). JanzAir Consulting Services Inc
- [STC SA1926SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1926SO): Installation of a Dalmo-Victor traffic alert and collision avoidance (TCAS) system. American Airlines Inc
- [STC ST00881WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00881WI-D): Modification of a TCAS II system installation to Change 7.0 or Change 7.1. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC SA3130WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3130WE): Installation of a single or dual Litton LTN-72 INS or a single or dual LTN-72R INS/RNAV navigation system. Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation
- [STC ST02555LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02555LA): Installation of the aircraft data link system for communication supporting Air Traffic Services (ATS) and an ICG Iridium Satcom, installation of the Universal Avionics UniLink® UL-801 Communications Management Unit, and UNS-1Lw Flight Management Systems for Boeing 727-21, S/N 19260 only. Duncan Aviation Inc
- [STC ST02231AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02231AT): Modify existing fuel tank vent and shroud components. Southeast Aero-Tek Inc
- [STC ST02995AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02995AT): Installation of a Honeywell Mark VII Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS). B/E Aerospace Inc
- [STC SA3855WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3855WE): Installation of Brownline cargo/seat pallet system45980, configuration -101. (727-24C). Telair US LLC
- [STC ST02524LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02524LA): Installation of TCAS version 7.0. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
- [STC ST02276CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02276CH): Installation of an ELTA ADT 406 AF Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) System. Armstrong Aerospace
- [STC ST02754AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02754AT): Relocation of Fuel Quantity Indicating System Wiring. Southeast Aero-Tek Inc

All 440: https://openairdocs.org/model/boeing-727/stcs.md

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