AD 2006-07-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A310 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Airplanes, Model A300 B4-600 Series Airplanes, Model A300 B4-600R Series Airplanes, Model A300 F4-600R Series Airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Inner skin disbonding of the rudder, potentially leading to reduced structural integrity.
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Required Actions
Inspect the rudder for disbonding using manual or automatic tap tests. Clean rudder surfaces if hydraulic fluid contamination is found. Report all inspection findings to Airbus and the FAA. Repair any disbonded areas with either a temporary or permanent repair within 6 months.
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Compliance Time
Within 6 months of the effective date.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A310 airplanes, Model A300 B4-600 series airplanes, Model A300 B4-600R series airplanes, Model A300 F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes equipped with a carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) rudder, part number A55471500.
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