AD 2013-02-10
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 Freighter | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
| aircraft | Bell | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
A manufacturing defect in certain rods installed in the belly fairing could lead to cracks at the crimped end of the rod, potentially resulting in rupture of the rods that attach the belly fairing to the airframe, leading to separation of the belly fairing and consequent damage to airplane structure and systems.
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Required Actions
Inspect the 21 rods of the belly fairing to determine the manufacturer. If the manufacturer is identified as TAC or cannot be identified, perform a high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection for any cracking. Replace any cracked rods with new ones. Prohibit installation of affected TAC rods as replacement parts in the belly fairing.
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Compliance Time
Within 72 months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -223F, -243, -243F, -301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 0002 to 1113 inclusive, except MSN 0996, 1039, 1054, 1059, 1105, 1107, 1108, and 1112; and Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 airplanes.
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