Airworthiness DirectiveEASA AD US-2023-12-23

Placards and Markings - First Observer Seat - Placard Installation / Airplane Flight Manual Revision

Published: Jul 13, 2023
Effective: Aug 15, 2023
Deadline: Aug 15, 2023

Boeing 767 300F

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What to do

Operators of affected Boeing 767-300F airplanes must install the specified placards in the flight deck and revise the airplane flight manual as outlined in Boeing Special Attention Requirements Bulletin 767-25-0589 RB. These actions must be completed by August 15, 2023. Any requests for alternative placards or installation methods must be submitted to the FAA for approval as alternative methods of compliance.

Summary

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2023-12-23 is a final rule affecting certain Boeing Company Model 767-300F airplanes. It mandates the installation of placards in the flight deck to indicate the correct position of the first observer seat during taxi, takeoff, and landing, and requires revisions to the airplane flight manual. This directive addresses a safety issue related to improper installation of the first observer seat that could cause injury during emergency landings.

What changed

This new airworthiness directive introduces requirements to install specific placards in the flight deck and revise the airplane flight manual for affected Boeing 767-300F airplanes. It limits applicability to airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Requirements Bulletin 767-25-0589 RB, dated February 25, 2022, reflecting production changes. The directive also clarifies that equivalent placards or alternative installation methods require FAA approval through an alternative method of compliance request.

Why it matters

This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it ensures compliance with safety standards for the first observer seat position, reducing the risk of injury to occupants during emergency landings. Operators, maintenance, and compliance teams must update placards and manuals to meet regulatory requirements, avoiding potential safety violations and enhancing crew awareness. It also clarifies acceptable methods and materials, helping maintain consistent safety communication in the flight deck.

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