AD 99-19-38
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-203 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-221 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-222 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-304 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-322 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-324 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-325 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking at the hole in the lower web of the inner and outer attachment fittings of the number 3 wing spoilers, which could lead to fuel leaks and loss of various hydraulic and electrical systems.
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Required Actions
Perform high frequency eddy current inspections to detect fatigue cracking at specified intervals. If cracks are found, inspect, ream, cold work, and replace fittings within specified flight cycles or before further flight. Optional modification with steel fittings terminates inspections.
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Compliance Time
Varies by flight cycle thresholds: within 800, 400, or 200 flight cycles after effective date depending on total cycles. Crack repairs must be done within 100, 50 flight cycles, or before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A310 series airplanes with Modifications 04117 or 04799 installed, excluding those with Modification 11929. Certificated in any category.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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