AD 2017-07-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-243 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks can develop on the ripple damper of the hydraulic pressure tube assembly, which could lead to hydraulic leakage and consequent loss of the green hydraulic system. Reports of failure of the ripple damper also prompted this AD.
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Required Actions
Inspect to determine the part number of the hydraulic pressure tube assembly installed on each engine. Replace affected parts with serviceable parts within specified compliance times, as detailed in the AD. Perform repetitive replacements of serviceable parts before they exceed 800 total flight cycles since first installation.
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Compliance Time
Within 15 days after April 17, 2017, inspect to determine part numbers. Replace affected parts within 25 flight cycles after April 17, 2017, or before exceeding 800 total flight cycles, depending on flight cycle accumulation.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330-243, -243F, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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