AD 88-03-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2-1A | Airworthiness Directives; AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Model A300 B2 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2-1C | Airworthiness Directives; AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Model A300 B2 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2-203 | Airworthiness Directives; AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Model A300 B2 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2K-3C | Airworthiness Directives; AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Model A300 B2 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Collapse of the main landing gear (MLG) due to potential defects in the lower tie rods.
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Required Actions
Perform an ultrasonic inspection of the MLG lower tie rods in accordance with AI Service Bulletin A300-32-369. Replace defective lower tie rods before further flight. An alternate means of compliance may be used if approved by the FAA.
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Compliance Time
Prior to each lower tie rod accumulating 7,000 landings or within the next 500 landings, whichever occurs later, and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 1,500 landings.
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Affected Aircraft
AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Model A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203, A300 B2K-3C airplanes as listed in AI Service Bulletin A300-32-369 dated December 12, 1986.
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