AD 2016-06-12

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

AD Number
2016-06-12
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-5815
FR Citation
81 FR 17372

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A330-200 and -300 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Failure of the latching mechanism of the potable water service panel access door, which could result in the loss of the door during flight, potentially causing damage to the trimmable horizontal stabilizer and loss of control of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Modify the affected potable water service panel access doors by installing reinforced hinge screws and more robust latches. Compliance must be completed within 36 months after the effective date of the AD.

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Compliance Time

Within 36 months after the effective date of the AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes (excluding those with modifications 201715, 201796, or 201938); all Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes.

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