AD 2004-03-24
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Potential for an undetected inoperative elevator due to cracking of the attachment lugs of the mode selector valve position transducers on the elevator servocontrols, which could result in partial loss of elevator function and reduced controllability.
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Required Actions
Revise the airplane flight manual to include procedures for a pre-flight elevator check before each flight. Conduct repetitive inspections for cracks of the attachment lugs of the mode selector valve position transducers on the elevator servocontrols. Take corrective actions if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes.
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