AD 2014-15-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-304 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Insufficient clearance between the fuel quantity indicator (FQI) probes and adjacent structure/metallic components in the wing fuel tanks could lead to electrical arcing in a fuel tank during a lightning strike, which could result in ignition and consequent fire or explosion in the fuel tank.
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Required Actions
A one-time detailed visual inspection is required for sufficient clearance between FQI probes on both the left-hand side and right-hand side of the trim horizontal stabilizer and the adjacent structure/metallic components in the fuel tanks. Modification is required if insufficient clearance is found.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A310-304, -322, -324, and -325 airplanes with optional Mod. no. 12248 embodied.
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