AD 97-11-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2-1A | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2-1C | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2-203 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B2K-3C | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-103 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-203 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-2C | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Corrosion behind the scuff plates at exit and cargo doors and fatigue cracking in certain fastener holes located in adjacent structure could result in reduced structural integrity of the door surroundings.
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Required Actions
Perform initial and repetitive inspections of the areas behind the scuff plates below the passenger/crew doors and bulk cargo door to detect cracks and corrosion, in accordance with specified Airbus Service Bulletins. Repair any found cracks or corrosion prior to further flight. Install a steel doubler to cover the entire inspection area for mid and aft passenger/crew doors to avoid inspections.
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Compliance Time
Initial inspection within specified timeframes based on prior modifications or service bulletins accomplished, or within 1 year after the effective date of this AD (June 27, 1997). Repetitive inspections at intervals not to exceed 5 years or 10,000 landings, as applicable.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203, A300 B2K-3C, A300 B4-103, A300 B4-203, A300 B4-2C series airplanes, all serial numbers.
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