AD 2000-20-15

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 and A300-600 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2000-20-15
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 98-NM-207-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 60349

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A300 and A300-600 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 and A300-600 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Fatigue cracking of the rear fittings of fuselage frame FR40 at stringer 27, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Perform a high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection to detect cracks in the stiffeners at stringer 27 of the rear fitting of fuselage frame FR40, left and right, in accordance with specified Airbus Service Bulletins. Repetitive inspections or repair are required, as applicable. Alternatively, a modification can be installed to defer inspections for a certain period.

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Compliance Time

Varies by model and flight cycle/flight hour thresholds, as detailed in the AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A300 and A300-600 series airplanes, on which Airbus Modification 11525 has not been accomplished, certificated in any category.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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