AD 2006-18-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A318 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Certain stainless steel ribs installed in the engine pylon may not have been heat-treated during manufacture, which could result in significantly reduced structural integrity of the pylon, leading to separation of the engine from the airplane.
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Required Actions
Revise the Limitations section of the AFM to include a statement about reduced speeds in severe turbulence. Perform a one-time hardness test of ribs 8 and 9 of the left- and right-hand engine pylons. If discrepant ribs are found, perform corrective actions as specified.
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Compliance Time
Within 6 months for CFM engines, within 9 months for IAE engines after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 airplanes, certificated in any category, with manufacturer serial numbers as identified in Airbus All Operators Telex (AOT) A320-54A1015, dated December 14, 2005.
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