AD 2017-18-17

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

AD Number
2017-18-17
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-0451
FR Citation
82 FR 43160

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A300 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracking of the center section of the fuselage, which could result in a ruptured frame foot and reduced structural integrity of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Inspect for cracking around certain attachment holes, install new fasteners, and perform follow-on corrective actions if necessary. Modify certain fuselage frames to improve fatigue life of upper frame feet fittings.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 flight hours

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A300, A300 B4-600, A300 B4-600R series airplanes; Model A300 F4-605R and A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes. Affected by changes in material used for upper frame feet manufacturing.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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