AD 2023-20-06

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

AD Number
2023-20-06
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2023-1499
FR Citation
88 FR 69023

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus SAS Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

The cold working process was partially completed on the circumferential joint at frame 58, which could affect the structural integrity of the airplane and result in catastrophic failure.

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Required Actions

Modify the circumferential joint at frame 58 as specified in EASA AD 2023-0054, including rotating probe inspections for cracks, cold working fastener holes, and measuring maximum hole diameter. Repair any discrepancies (cracks or excessive hole diameters) before further flight using an approved method.

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Compliance Time

Within the compliance times specified in EASA AD 2023-0054.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus SAS Model A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-243, and A330-841 airplanes, serial numbers 1780, 1782, 1784, 1785, 1805, 1823, 1835, 1845, 1847, 1854, 1859, 1864, 1872, 1877, 1878, 1882, 1888, 1932, 1936, 1964, and 1969.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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