AD 2000-24-18

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes, and Model A300 B4-600, A300 B4-600R, and A300 F4-600R (A300-600) Series Airplanes

AD Number
2000-24-18
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-96-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 75589

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A300 B2 and B4 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes, and Model A300 B4-600, A300 B4-600R, and A300 F4-600R (A300-600) Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Chafing of the wire harnesses of the high-level sensors, which could result in a short circuit and consequent fuel ignition source inside the outer wing fuel tanks.

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Required Actions

Perform a detailed visual inspection to detect chafing and repairs of the harness of the high-level sensor of the fuel surge tanks, and to detect chafe marks on the support canisters of the magnetic level indicators. If chafing or marks are detected, determine appropriate repairs and follow-up inspections as specified. Modify the harness of the high-level sensor in the outer wing fuel tanks within 18 months after the effective date of the AD.

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Compliance Time

Within 500 flight hours after the effective date of the AD for the initial inspection.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 series airplanes, and Model A300 B4-600, A300 B4-600R, and A300 F4-600R (A300-600) series airplanes, except those on which Airbus Modification 04489 has been installed during production.

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