AD 2001-08-26

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319 and A320 Series Airplanes Equipped with Elevator and Aileron Computer (ELAC) L80 Standard

AD Number
2001-08-26
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-79-AD
FR Citation
66 FR 20912

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A319 and A320 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319 and A320 Series Airplanes Equipped with Elevator and Aileron Computer (ELAC) L80 Standard

Unsafe Condition

Activation of the high angle-of-attack protection during final approach for landing in gusty wind and turbulent conditions, which could result in loss of the ability to flare properly during landing.

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Required Actions

Revise the Limitations Section of the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to incorporate specified procedures for landing under certain conditions of gusty winds and turbulence, as detailed in Airbus Operator Information Telex (OIT) 999.0036/01/CL, dated March 23, 2001.

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Compliance Time

Within 10 days after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes, certificated in any category, equipped with Elevator and Aileron Computer (ELAC) L80 Standard having part numbers listed in Airbus Operator Information Telex (OIT) 999.0036/01/CL, dated March 23, 2001.

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