AD 2010-04-10

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A380-841, -842, and -861 Airplanes

AD Number
2010-04-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2010-0038
FR Citation
75 FR 7931

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
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

Cracks were found on the Movable Flap Track Fairing number 6 (MFTF6) at the pivot attachment support-ring and U-frame in the attachment area to aft-kinematic. Delamination was observed within the monolithic Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) structure around the pivot support-ring. This could lead to in-flight loss of the MFTF6, potentially resulting in injuries to persons on the ground.

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Required Actions

Inspect the MFTF6 for cracks and delamination. Replace the MFTF6 if cracks or delamination are found. Inspect replacement parts within the thresholds specified in paragraph (f)(1) of the AD. Optional terminating action: install a reinforced part.

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Compliance Time

Within the thresholds specified in paragraph (f)(1) of the AD, depending on flight cycles since first installation.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A380-841, -842, and -861 airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers, except airplanes on which Airbus modification 68729 is done in production.

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