AD 2002-08-51
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2 and B4 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes Equipped With General Electric CF6-50 Engines |
| engine | General Electric | CF6-50 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes Equipped With General Electric CF6-50 Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Uncommanded in-flight deployment of a thrust reverser, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Deactivate both thrust reversers and revise the airplane flight manual (AFM) to require performance penalties during certain takeoff conditions.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 series airplanes equipped with General Electric CF6-50 engines.
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