AD 2019-14-10
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | SAS | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks were found in the horizontal stabilizer (HS) centre box (CB) top skin of an A330 aeroplane in pre-mod 41330 configuration. The cracks were initiated at the upper flange corner at Rib 3 rear spar area on left hand side of the CB. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to reduced structural integrity of the HS CB of the aeroplane.
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Required Actions
Accomplish repetitive special detailed inspections (SDI) of the HS CB top skin integral flange area and, repair if necessary. Send the inspection results to Airbus.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus SAS Model A330-223, -243, -301, -302, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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