AD 2005-22-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Industrie A330 | Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company CF6-80E1 Series Turbofan Engines |
| engine | General Electric | Company CF6-80E1 Series | Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company CF6-80E1 Series Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Reports of operators finding several damaged thrust reverser actuation system (TRAS) lock flexible drive shafts during inspections and checks of the drive shafts.
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Required Actions
Perform a check of the holding torque of the TRAS locks within 10 flight cycles after all aborted takeoffs in which the thrust reverser was deployed. Based on the results, perform a visual inspection of the TRAS lock flexible drive shafts if necessary. Replace any damaged flexible drive shafts or locks.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 flight cycles after all aborted takeoffs in which the thrust reverser was deployed.
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Affected Aircraft
General Electric Company CF6-80E1 series turbofan engines installed on, but not limited to, Airbus Industrie A330 series airplanes.
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