AD 2009-12-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Airplanes; Model A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, B4-622, B4-605R, B4-622R, F4-605R, F4-622R, and C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes); and Model A310 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracked swivel coupling of the RAT yoke fitting, which could result in the loss of RAT function and possible loss of critical flight control systems in the event of certain emergency situations.
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Required Actions
Revise the FAA-approved maintenance program to include detailed inspections after each RAT retraction. Replace the aluminum yoke fitting of the swivel coupling of the RAT with a new steel yoke fitting. Replace the RAT swivel coupling fork fitting with a new steel part only, as specified in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0244, Revision 02. Perform actions in accordance with a method approved by the FAA or DGAC/EASA.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 Airplanes (Model A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, B4-622, B4-605R, B4-622R, F4-605R, F4-622R, and C4-605R Variant F Airplanes collectively called A300-600 Series Airplanes) and Model A310 Airplanes.
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