AD 2004-13-14
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 Series Airplanes; Model A300 B4 Series Airplanes; and Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, C4 605R Variant F, and F4-600R (Collectively Called A300-600) Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Incorrect labels on the housings of the slat friction brakes may lead to the use of unapproved oil in the brakes, which could affect brake efficiency and lead to failure of the brakes to maintain proper slat orientation in the event of a rupture of the slat drive shaft, consequent uncommanded retraction of the slats, and reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the label on the housings of the slat friction brakes for correct wording within 3 weeks from the effective date. If the label wording is incorrect, remove the label and perform corrective actions, including applying a correctly worded label, draining and refilling the brake with Exxon 2120 oil, and verifying the brake torque. Optional terminating actions include analyzing the drained oil or replacing the brake.
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Compliance Time
Within 3 weeks from the effective date
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A300 B2 series airplanes; Model A300 B4 series airplanes; and Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, C4 605R Variant F, and F4-600R (collectively called A300-600) series airplanes, certificated in any category.
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