AD 2006-10-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A319-100 and A320-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319-100 and A320-200 Series Airplanes; and Model A320-111 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Reports indicate the low-pressure warning for the fuel pumps of the center fuel tank has come on in flight, which could result in the fuel pumps running while dry, creating a potential ignition source inside the center fuel tank. This, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could lead to a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Within 20 months after the effective date, modify the wiring to the fuel pump control of the center fuel tank by performing all actions specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-28-1059, Revision 06, dated June 29, 2000.
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Compliance Time
Within 20 months after the effective date (June 12, 2006)
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; and Model A320-111, -211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes, certificated in any category, that have received Airbus Modification 20024 in production (installation of a center tank), except airplanes on which Airbus Modification 24373 has been accomplished.
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