AD 2004-20-14
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B4 Series Airplanes and Model A300 B4-600, A300 B4-600R, and A300 F4-600R (Collectively Called A300-600) Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking of the splice fitting at fuselage frame (FR) 47 between stringers 24 and 26, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections of the splice fitting at fuselage FR 47 between stringers 24 and 26, as specified in Airbus Service Bulletins A300-53-0350 or A300-53-6123, Revision 02. Repair any cracking found during inspections before further flight, in accordance with the same service bulletins.
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Compliance Time
Within specified flight-cycle/flight-hour intervals after the effective date of the AD, as detailed in the service bulletins.
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A300 B4 series airplanes and all Airbus Model A300-600 series airplanes (A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R), certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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