AD 2008-08-04

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 Airplanes

AD Number
2008-08-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2008-0014
FR Citation
73 FR 19975

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A318 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracking in the forward lug of the support rib 5 fitting of the main landing gear (MLG), which could result in failure of the lug and consequent collapse of the MLG during takeoff or landing.

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Required Actions

Conduct repetitive inspections for cracking in the forward lug of the support rib 5 fitting of the left and right MLG at new intervals in accordance with new service information. Repair or replace any cracked MLG fitting if necessary. Modify the rib bushings of the left and right MLG to end the repetitive inspections.

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Compliance Time

Within the specified intervals as outlined in the new service information.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 airplanes, as specified in the existing AD.

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