AD 2000-23-23
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330 and A340 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking at the rib 1/center spar angle and bottom corner fitting, which could result in reduced structural capability of the wing.
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Required Actions
Modify the rib 1/wing center spar attachment according to Airbus Service Bulletin A330-57-3017 for A330 series airplanes or A340-57-4022 for A340 series airplanes, including specified appendices and revisions.
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Compliance Time
Before the accumulation of 9,600 total flight cycles or 29,900 total flight hours for A330 series, or 9,300 total flight cycles or 37,200 total flight hours for A340 series, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330 and A340 series airplanes, certificated in any category, excluding those on which Airbus Modification 43021 has been installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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