AD 2001-16-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330 and A340 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking of the main landing gear (MLG) bogie beams, which could result in failure of the beams and consequent loss of the landing gear wheels and brakes, and structural damage to the MLG strut and airframe.
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Required Actions
Inspect the MLG bogie beams for cracking in the area around the bogie stop pad. Take follow-on actions as necessary, in accordance with a method approved by the FAA or DGAC.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A330 and A340 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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