AD 2000-11-26

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2000-11-26
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-53-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 37028

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A330 and A340 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Corrosion of the retraction links of the main landing gear (MLG), which could result in reduced structural integrity and possible collapse of the MLG.

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Required Actions

Perform repetitive ultrasonic inspections to detect corrosion of the retraction links of the MLG. Replace the retraction link with a new one if corrosion is detected outside specified limits.

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Compliance Time

Within 36 months time-in-service on any new retraction link, or within 2 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.

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Affected Aircraft

All Airbus Model A330 and A340 series airplanes, certificated in any category.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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