AD 2005-20-27

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -311, and -312 Airplanes

AD Number
2005-20-27
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2005-22614
FR Citation
70 FR 59233

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A340-211 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -311, and -312 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracking of the fastener holes of the horizontal flange of the keel beam could result in reduced structural integrity of the fuselage.

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Required Actions

An initial rotating probe inspection and initial and repetitive ultrasonic inspections for discrepancies of the first fastener hole of the horizontal flange of the keel beam are required. Installation of new fasteners and corrective action if necessary are also mandated.

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Compliance Time

Within 1,480 flight cycles or 7,400 flight hours after accomplishing the one-time rotating probe inspection.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -311, and -312 airplanes that have previously been modified with Airbus Modification 43577.

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