AD 2014-23-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-201 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the main fitting and sliding tube of the nose landing gear (NLG) due to residual stress following impact damage during towing incidents.
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Required Actions
Inspect the part number and serial number of the NLG main fitting and NLG sliding tube. For affected parts, perform a magnetic particle inspection (MPI) for cracks, and flap peening and replacement if necessary. Additional inspections for damage and cracking are required for certain parts.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months of the effective date (December 31, 2014).
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, -343, and A340-200 and -300 series airplanes, including A330 freighters.
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