AD 2016-10-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking of the main landing gear (MLG) rib 6 aft bearing lugs, which could result in collapse of the MLG upon landing.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive inspections of the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) wing MLG rib 6 aft bearing lugs (forward and aft) to detect any cracks, and replace the lugs if necessary. Reduce the initial inspection threshold and introduce a grace period for airplanes that have already exceeded the new threshold.
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Compliance Time
Within the specified reduced compliance times as outlined in the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes.
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