FAA AD on Overheating Cockpit Window Heaters in most Boeing series

[SaturnV]

For 757s, 767s, and 777s. Separate AD for 747s will follow in several months.

http://www.ofr.gov/OFRUpload/OFRData/2010-17046_PI.pdf

FAA Issues Directive to Prevent Windshield Fires (http://www.faa.gov/news/updates/?newsId=61113)

[crazyplane123]

get ready for some flight cancellations, window sealant requires curing time, the norm 24 hours at room temp.:ugh:

[Mr @ Spotty M]

I would guess a lot of operators have already been carrying out the inspections over the last few years, as per the SB.
So it might not have such an impact as some believe.

[Pugilistic Animus]

it's funny how the FAA is so timely with ADs:rolleyes:

[john_tullamarine]

I can't comment directly to this AD but it is not uncommon for an OEM to issue an SB sometime ahead of the Regulator's AD. The smart operator monitors all the subtleties and, where an AD is expected, schedules the work in to suit DLM in advance of the AD requirements ...