AD Amdt-39-10242
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A320 and A321 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 and A321 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Output of erroneous radio altimeter height information to the flightcrew and autopilot due to inadequate antenna solder connections, which could result in reduced ability of the flightcrew to cope with adverse operating conditions.
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Required Actions
Revise the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to incorporate Airbus TR 2.05.00/13 within 10 days after effective date. Replace Collins radio altimeter antennas (P/N 622-8701-002, serial <2014, with white paint on inner C-sink hole) with improved antennas within 6 months. After antenna replacement, the AFM revision is no longer required.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 days after effective date (AFM revision) and within 6 months after effective date (antenna replacement)
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A320 and A321 series airplanes equipped with Collins radio altimeter antennas P/N 622-8701-002 and serial number below 2014.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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