AD 2012-08-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A310 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Chafing between the hydraulic high pressure hose and electrical wiring of the green electrical motor pump (EMP) could result in an electrical arc and hydraulic haze, potentially leading to an uncontrolled and undetected fire in the main landing gear (MLG) bay.
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Required Actions
Temporarily prohibit in-flight use of the green EMPs; temporarily revise the airplane flight manual (AFM) limitations section; temporarily install a placard in the cockpit overhead panel; perform a one-time general visual inspection for correct condition and installation of hydraulic pressure hoses, electrical conduits, feeder cables, and associated clamping devices; and take corrective action if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 500 flight hours or 4 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A310-203, -204, -221, -222, -304, -322, -324, and -325 airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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