AD 2004-07-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A321-111 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A321-111, -112, and -131 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking in the area surrounding certain attachment holes of the forward pintle fittings of the main landing gear (MLG) and the actuating cylinder anchorage fittings on the inner rear spar, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Revise the inspection threshold and repetitive intervals for the currently required repetitive inspections to detect fatigue cracking on the inner rear spar of the wings. Repair, if necessary, any detected fatigue cracking.
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Compliance Time
Within the specified revised intervals as outlined in the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A321-111, -112, and -131 series airplanes.
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