AD 2005-10-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A319 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the main landing gear (MLG) side-stay cuff lugs or down-lock spring attachments, which could result in improper down-lock of the MLG during a freefall extension, and possible collapse of the MLG.
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Required Actions
Inspect the left- and right-side MLG side-stay cuff lugs and down-lock spring attachments for evidence of cracked or fractured parts, and repair if necessary. Perform repetitive inspections at specified intervals. Optional terminating action is provided for the repetitive inspections.
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Compliance Time
Within 60 months from the first entry into service of the MLG, or before the accumulation of 9,000 total flight hours on the MLG, whichever occurs first. Subsequent inspections within 500 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes, as specified in the referenced service information.
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