AD 2006-26-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330, A340-200, and A340-300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking damage found on certain brackets that were replaced per the requirements in the existing AD. Failure of this bracket, combined with failure of the horizontal beam, could result in collapse of the left part of the flight deck instrument panel, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Replace the existing bracket with a titanium-reinforced bracket. Accomplish related investigative and corrective actions while replacing the bracket.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A330, A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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