AD 2000-11-23
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300, A310, and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Damage of the electrical bonding leads in specified locations of the fuel tanks, or inadequate electrical bonding of the fuel pipe couplings, could result in electrical arcing/discharge in the fuel tank, leading to fuel ignition and uncontained rupture of the fuel tank.
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Required Actions
Inspect electrical bonding leads in specified fuel tank locations for damage (e.g., breakage, fraying, abrasion, corrosion, or missing leads) within 36 months after the effective date. Replace any damaged bonding leads with serviceable ones prior to further flight. Modify fuel pipe couplings in specified locations for certain airplanes within 36 months after the effective date, if not already modified.
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Compliance Time
Within 36 months after the effective date for inspections and modifications; prior to further flight for replacement of damaged bonding leads.
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A300, A310, and A300-600 series airplanes, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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