AD 98-06-20
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-111 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-211 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-212 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-214 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-231 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-232 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-233 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking of the floor beams and side box-beams, and restricted operation of the main landing gear (MLG) free-fall system due to improper clearance between the fasteners of the reinforcement bracket and the bellcrank of the MLG free-fall extension system and its associated tie rod attachment nut.
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Required Actions
Conduct eddy current and detailed visual inspections to detect cracking around fastener/bolt holes; repair detected cracks; perform a one-time inspection to verify proper clearance between MLG components; and modify the pressure floor as per specified service bulletins.
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Compliance Time
Prior to the accumulation of 12,000 total landings, or within 6 months after August 23, 1993, whichever occurs later, and prior to further flight if cracks are detected.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A320 series airplanes with manufacturer's serial numbers 002 through 008 inclusive, 010 through 078 inclusive, and 080 through 107 inclusive.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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