AD 2017-02-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Corrosion on the lower wing root joint, located in the wing bottom skin inboard and outboard of the external lower surface splice, could affect the structural integrity of the airframe.
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Required Actions
Conduct repetitive detailed inspections for corrosion of the rib 1 external lower surface splice between FR40 and FR47. Perform repetitive fatigue inspections for cracking of the fasteners and on the surface of the forward and aft lower surface panels if necessary. Take corrective actions, including applying new protective coating, removing corrosion, and measuring the reworked depth, if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within the new thresholds and intervals specified in the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 series airplanes, including Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes), excluding those on which Airbus modification 10599 has been incorporated.
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