AD 2006-15-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2-203 and A300 B4-203 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2-203 and A300 B4-203 Airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R Series Airplanes, and Model C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes); and Model A310-200 and -300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
A sudden change in pitch due to an out-of-trim condition combined with an autopilot disconnect, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Replace the flight augmentation computers (FACs) with new improved FACs on certain airplanes. Inspect the pitch trim system to detect continuity defects in the autotrim function, and perform follow-on corrective actions if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 B2-203 and A300 B4-203 airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R Series Airplanes, and Model C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes); and Model A310-200 and -300 Series Airplanes, as specified in the AD.
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