AD 2005-15-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2 and B4 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R Series Airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes); and Model A310-200 and -300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Reports of corrosion in the lower part of the pressure bulkhead at fuselage frames (FR) 39 and 54. Accumulation of condensation in the insulation blankets of certain fuselage FRs could cause corrosion, reducing structural integrity of the fuselage and leading to rapid decompression.
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Required Actions
Modify the thermal insulation system of applicable fuselage frames and modify the fuselage drainage system within 22 months after the effective date. Revise the FAA-approved maintenance inspection program to include inspections for corrosion or cracking in the subject areas.
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Compliance Time
Within 22 months after the effective date of this AD (August 30, 2005).
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 B2-1A, B2-1C, B2K-3C, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 airplanes; A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, B4-622, B4-605R, B4-622R, F4-605R, F4-622R, and C4-605R Variant F airplanes; and A310-203, -204, -221, -222, -304, -322, -324, and -325 airplanes, certificated in any category, except those on which both Airbus Modifications 5946 and 8057 were done during production.
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