AD 2008-22-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A310 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks on the lower side of Rib 5 in the pylon box, due to stresses resulting from the pressure applied by the thrust reverser cowl bumpers.
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Required Actions
Perform HFEC and detailed visual inspections on the lower side of Rib 5 of the pylons, as specified. If no crack is found, repeat inspections at intervals not exceeding 15,000 flight hours. If a crack is found, modify Rib 5 in the pylon box before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 250 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A310-203, -204, and -304 airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category; excluding airplanes that have received Airbus Modification 11110 during production or modified in service with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-54-2032 (Airbus Modification 11109).
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