AD 2009-26-10
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A380-841 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A380-841, -842, and -861 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A380-841, -842, and -861 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking at MFTF 4 pivot support ring, which, if not corrected, could lead to in-flight loss of MFTF 4, potentially resulting in injuries to persons on the ground.
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Required Actions
Inspect the MFTF 4 left-hand and right-hand fairings for cracks using ultrasonic and high-frequency eddy current methods, in accordance with Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A380-57-8016. Replace the fairings if necessary to ensure they are removed from service before any crack becomes critical.
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Compliance Time
Before the accumulation of 600 flight cycles on the MFTF 4 for A380-841 and -842, or within 60 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. For A380-861, before the accumulation of 300 flight cycles on the MFTF 4, or within 30 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A380-841, -842, and -861 airplanes; all serial numbers.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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