AD 2016-12-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking on certain holes of certain frames of the center wing box (CWB), which could affect the structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Remove fasteners, perform a rototest inspection of fastener holes, install new fasteners, oversize the holes, and perform rototest inspections for cracks if necessary. Repair any cracking found.
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Compliance Time
Within 13,500 to 30,900 flight cycles, or 57,000 to 162,000 flight hours, depending on airplane operation and utilization.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, -300 series, and A340-200 and -300 series airplanes.
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