AD 2006-24-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Discrepancies of the grease and gear teeth of the radial variable differential transducer of the nose wheel steering gearbox, or damage of the chrome on the bearing surface of the nose landing gear (NLG) main fitting barrel, could lead to incorrect operation or jamming of the nose wheel steering, which could cause reduced controllability of the airplane on the ground.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive inspections for discrepancies of the grease and gear teeth of the radial variable differential transducer or damage of the chrome on the bearing surface of the NLG main fitting barrel. For airplanes with any discrepancy or damage, perform an additional inspection or corrective actions. Repairs must be made using a method approved by the FAA, DGAC, or EASA.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes, as specified in the AD.
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