AD 2000-11-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A319 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking of the main landing gear (MLG) sliding tube subassembly, which could result in collapse of the MLG.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive inspections of the MLG sliding tube subassembly to detect cracks. Replace a cracked subassembly with a new one. Eventually, perform a more extensive, one-time inspection of the same area and take corrective actions if necessary, which will terminate the repetitive inspections.
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Compliance Time
Within the specified intervals as outlined in the AD, with the one-time inspection to be completed within a defined timeframe after the repetitive inspections are terminated.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes; manufacturer serial numbers through 0875 inclusive; certificated in any category; except those on which Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1189, dated December 23, 1998, has been accomplished; and except those meeting specific conditions regarding MLG sliding tube history.
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