AD 2002-03-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A319 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the bonds of the vertical stabilizer spar boxes to the skin, which could lead to reduced structural integrity of the spar boxes.
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Required Actions
Conduct a one-time ultrasonic inspection to detect disbonding of the skin attachments at the stringers and spars of the vertical stabilizer, repair if necessary, and install fasteners to reinforce the bonds to the skin. Add repetitive ultrasonic inspections of the subject area, repair if necessary, and terminate repetitive inspections upon fastener installation.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes, as specified in the existing AD.
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