AD 2000-10-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A319 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Rotated, damaged, or missing lock bolt for the pintle pin on the main landing gear (MLG), which could result in disengagement of the pintle pin from the bearing and consequent collapse of the MLG during landing.
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Required Actions
Perform a detailed visual inspection to detect discrepancies of the lock bolt for the pintle pin on the MLG, and if any discrepancy is found, perform corrective actions prior to further flight. Repeat the inspection at intervals not to exceed 1,000 flight cycles or 15 months, whichever occurs first. For certain airplanes, perform one-time follow-on actions, including retorquing the forward pintle pin lock bolt and applying sealant to the head of the lock bolt.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 months since the airplane's date of manufacture or prior to the accumulation of 2,000 total flight cycles, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes, certificated in any category, except those on which Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1213 (reference Airbus Modification 28903 or 30044) has been accomplished.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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