AD 2013-07-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the bogie pivot pin caused by material heating due to friction between the bogie pivot pin and bush, leading to chrome detachment and chrome dragging on the bogie pivot pin.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive detailed inspections for degradation of the bogie pivot pins and for any cracks and damage of the pivot pin bushes of the main and central landing gear; perform a magnetic particle inspection of the affected bogie pivot pins for corrosion and base metal cracks; repair or replace bogie pivot pins and pivot pin bushes, if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within the compliance times specified in the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300 series airplanes; Model A340-541 airplanes; and Model A340-642 airplanes; all manufacturer serial numbers.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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