AD 98-07-24
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A340-211 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A340-212 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A340-213 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A340-311 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A340-312 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A340-313 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking of the vertical support beam at the upper first fastener row of the actuator attachment fitting of the center landing gear (CLG) at frame 53.2, zones 147 and 148, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Conduct a rototest inspection for cracking using eddy-current rotating probe per Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4043, revise with replacement of the CLG actuator attachment fitting with new parts and reinforce the vertical support beam by adding stiffening fittings per Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4030, as specified by the FAA-approved method.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A340 series airplanes on which Airbus Modification 42606 has not been accomplished, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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