AD 96-09-02

final rule

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes

AD Number
96-09-02
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
94-NM-245-AD
FR Citation
Federal Register: April 29, 1996
Technical illustration of an aircraft flight control surface and actuator
Problem area Flight controls

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A300 B4-601 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A300 B4-603 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A300 B4-605R Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A300 B4-620 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A300 B4-622 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A300 B4-622R Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A300 F4-605R Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A300 F4-622R Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-203 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-204 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-221 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-222 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-304 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-322 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-324 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes
aircraft Airbus A310-325 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

The unsafe condition could occur if the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator (HSTA) fails, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Conduct an inspection of the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator (HSTA) for cracks or damage. Replace the HSTA if cracks or damage are found. Perform a functional test of the HSTA to ensure proper operation.

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Compliance Time

Before the accumulation of 500 flight cycles since the last inspection or before the next flight, whichever occurs first.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 series airplanes, including all serial numbers within those models.

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Federal Register Abstract

Test Feel and Limitation Computers (FLC)

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