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AD 2003-26-10 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes; and A300 B4-600, B4-600R, C4-605R Variant F, and F4-600R (Collectively Called A300-600) Series Airplanes
Models named: A300 B2, B4 series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.
Applicability*9
Model A300 B2 and B4 series airplanes; and A300 B4-600, B4-600R, C4-605R Variant F, and F4-600R (collectively called A300-600) series airplanes; on which Airbus Modification 10147 has not been done; certificated in any category.
Compliance
Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To find and fix cracking of the lower outboard flange of gantry No. 4, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the fuselage, and consequent rapid decompression of the airplane, accomplish the following: One-Time Inspection (a) At the later of the times specified in paragraphs (a)(1) and (a)(2) of this AD: Do a one-time detailed inspection for cracking of the lower outboard flange of gantry No. 4 in the main landing gear bay area per paragraph 4.2.1 of Airbus All Operators Telex (AOT) A300-53A0371, Revision 01 (for Model A300 B2 and B4 series airplanes); or AOT A300-53A6145, Revision 01 (for Model A300-600 series airplanes); both dated September 10, 2003; as applicable. (1) Before the accumulation of 8,000 total flight cycles since the date of issuance of the original Airworthiness Certificate or the date of issuance of the Export Certificate of Airworthiness, whichever is first. (2) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is defined as: “An intensive visual examination of a specific structural area, system, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at intensity deemed appropriate by the inspector. Inspection aids such as mirror, magnifying lenses, etc., may be used. Surface cleaning and elaborate access procedures may be required.” Repair (b) Repair any cracking found during the inspection required by paragraph (a) of this AD before further flight, per a method approved by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate; or the Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile (or its delegated agent). Reporting (c) Submit a report of the findings (both positive and negative) of the inspection required by paragraph (a) of this AD to Airbus Customer Services, SEA21, Attention: Mr. Davide Cavazzini, fax number +33+ (0) 5.61.93.36.14, at the applicable time specified in paragraph (c)(1) or (c)(2) of this AD. The report must include the inspection results, a description of any cracking found, the airplane serial number, and the number of flight cycles on the airplane. Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements contained in this AD and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. (1) If the inspection was done after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the inspection. (2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. Alternative Methods of Compliance (d) In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, is authorized to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD. Incorporation by Reference (e) Unless otherwise provided in this AD, the actions shall be done in accordance with Airbus All Operators Telex A300-53A0371, Revision 01, dated September 10, 2003; or Airbus All Operators Telex A300-53A6145, Revision 01, dated September 10, 2003; as applicable. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Copies may be obtained from Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington, DC. Note 2: The subject of this AD is addressed in French airworthiness directive 2003-356(B), dated September 17, 2003. Effective Date (f) This amendment becomes effective on January 22, 2004. Issued in Renton, Washington, on December 23, 2003. Ali Bahrami, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 04-46 Filed 1-6-04; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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