AD 98-20-16
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
Failure of the struts for the stowage box located forward of galley 2, which could result in displacement of the stowage box and possible injury to passengers and flight crew.
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Required Actions
Within 18 months after the effective date, modify the struts for the stowage box forward of galley 2 in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A300-25-395, dated March 22, 1984, as revised by Change Notices OB and OC. Prohibit installation of strut part number A2527979620000 on the stowage box.
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Compliance Time
Within 18 months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A300 series airplanes on which a stowage box forward of galley 2 is installed and Airbus Modification 5105 (Service Bulletin A300-25-395) has not been accomplished.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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