AD 2002-16-12

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2002-16-12
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-398-AD
FR Citation
67 FR 53478

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A330 and A340 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Uncommanded movement of a spoiler during flight could result in reduced controllability of the airplane and significant increased fuel consumption.

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Required Actions

Revise the Limitations Section of the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual to advise flightcrew of proper procedures in the event of uncommanded spoiler movement.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A330 and A340 series airplanes, as specified in the AD.

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