AD 96-22-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 B4-622R | 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 | A310-221 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-222 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Debonding of the elevator skins due to trapped water in the elevator structure could adversely affect the structural integrity of the elevator.
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Required Actions
Perform thermographic inspections to detect trapped water in the elevator structure using specified Airbus Service Bulletins. Corrective actions must be taken if debonding is found beyond specified limits.
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Compliance Time
Within the later of: (1) 4,500 total landings or 5 years after first landing on the elevator (for CARCOM elevators), or 3 months after AD effective date; (2) similar criteria for CASA elevators. Must be done before further flight if required.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 series airplanes with carbon fiber elevators (P/N A5527605500000 and A5527605600000) where Modifications 10489 and 10533 are not accomplished.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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