AD 99-26-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-601 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-603 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-605R | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-620 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 B4-622R | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 F4-605R | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A300 F4-622R | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-203 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-221 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A310-222 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Inadvertent and uncommanded rudder trim activation, which could result in yaw and roll excursions and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Replace the rudder trim switch (P/N 097-023-00) with a new switch (P/N 097-023-01) and modify wiring in panel 408VU within 90 days. Replace the rudder trim control knob with an improved knob within 10 months. Ensure no installation of the original rudder trim switch (P/N 097-023-00) after the effective date.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days after effective date for switch replacement and wiring modification; within 10 months after effective date for knob replacement.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A310 and A300-600 series airplanes except those with Modification 11874 accomplished.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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