AD 2000-10-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A320 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking in certain areas of the rear spar of the wing, which may lead to reduced structural integrity of the wing and the main landing gear (MLG).
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Required Actions
Inspect the wing rear spar using repetitive ultrasonic inspections to detect fatigue cracking. Repair any detected cracking. Modify the wing rear spar web and cold expand certain attachment holes for the forward pintle fitting and certain holes at the actuating cylinder anchorage of the MLG.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A320 series airplanes, as specified in the AD, with certain configurations and serial numbers.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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