AD 2006-12-22
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A319 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Three chord-wise cracks on the aft side of one carbon blade of a certain ram air turbine (RAT), which could result in reduced structural integrity of the carbon blade and consequent loss of the RAT as a source of hydraulic and electrical power in an emergency.
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Required Actions
Perform a detailed inspection for cracks and marks on the carbon blades of the RAT within 600 flight hours after the effective date. If any crack or mark is found outside specified limits, replace the RAT with a new or serviceable one before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 600 flight hours after the effective date
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 airplanes equipped with a Sundstrand RAT, part number 762308, installed by Airbus modifications 27189 (A320), 25364 (A319/A321), or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-29-1075 (A319/A321).
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