AD 2017-19-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of one phase on the pump supply and the associated circuit breaker (CB) failing to trip may cause the fuel pump thermal fuses to not operate as quickly as expected, leading to an overheat condition of the fuel pump in excess of 200°C, possibly resulting in a fuel tank explosion and loss of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Install fuel pumps having a new standard with improved thermal protection. This action terminates the requirement for repetitive functional tests of the affected circuit breakers.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months of the effective date (October 24, 2017).
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 series airplanes, Airbus Model A300-600 series airplanes, and Airbus Model A310 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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