AD 2004-05-05 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2-203, B2K-3C, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 Series Airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R (Collectively Called A300-600) Series Airplanes; and Model A310 Series Airplanes

Models named: A300 B2-1C, B2-203, B2K-3C, B4-2C, B4-103, B4-203 series, A310 series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

All Model A300 B2-1C, B2-203, B2K-3C, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 series airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R (collectively called A300-600) series airplanes, except those on which Airbus Modification 12278 has been accomplished in production; and Model A310 series airplanes, except those on which Airbus Modification 12248 has been accomplished in production; certificated in any category.

Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent the possibility of electrical arcing to the fuel tank if the airplane should be struck by lightning, which could create a potential ignition source within the fuel tank and an increased risk of a fuel tank explosion and fire, accomplish the following: Restatement of Requirements of AD 2001-13-09 Inspection (a) For Model A300 B2-1C, B2-203, B2K-3C, and A300 B4 series airplanes: Within 4,000 flight hours after August 1, 2001 (the effective date of AD 2001-13-09, amendment 39-12289), inspect the clearance space from each fuel quantity indication (FQI) probe to any adjacent structure or metallic component, in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-0080, dated September 28, 2000; or Revision 01, dated September 3, 2001. New Requirements of This AD Detailed Inspection (b) For Model A300-600 and A310 series airplanes: Within 4,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD; do a detailed inspection of the clearance space from each FQI probe to any adjacent structure or metallic component, in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, dated March 29, 2001, or Revision 01, dated August 31, 2001, or Revision 02, dated August 1, 2002; or Airbus Service Bulletin A310-28-2145, dated August 21, 2001; as applicable. 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.” Clearance Adjustment (c) If, during any inspection required by this AD, the clearance between any probe and its adjacent parts is less than 3.0 mm (0.118 in.), as described in Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-0080, dated September 28, 2000, or Revision 01, dated September 3, 2001, or Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, dated March 29, 2001, or Revision 01, dated August 31, 2001, or Revision 02, dated August 1, 2002; or Airbus Service Bulletin A310-28-2145, dated August 21, 2001: Before further flight, adjust the position of the FQI probe in accordance with paragraph 3.C. of the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service bulletin. Alternative Methods of Compliance (d)(1) In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, is authorized to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD. (2) Alternative methods of compliance, approved previously per AD 2001-13-09, amendment 39-12289, are approved as alternative methods of compliance with paragraph (a) of this AD. Incorporation by Reference (e) The actions shall be done in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-0080, dated September 28, 2000; Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-0080, Revision 01, dated September 3, 2001; Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, dated March 29, 2001; Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, Revision 01, dated August 31, 2001; Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, Revision 02, dated August 1, 2002; and Airbus Service Bulletin A310-28-2145, dated August 21, 2001; as applicable. (1) The incorporation by reference of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-0080, Revision 01, dated September 3, 2001; Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, dated March 29, 2001; Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, Revision 01, dated August 31, 2001; Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6065, Revision 02, dated August 1, 2002; and Airbus Service Bulletin A310-28-2145, dated August 21, 2001; is approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) The incorporation by reference of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-0080, dated September 28, 2000; was approved previously by the Director of the Federal Register as of August 1, 2001 (66 FR 34088, June 27, 2001). (3) 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 2002-170(B), dated April 3, 2002. Effective Date (f) This amendment becomes effective on April 9, 2004. Issued in Renton, Washington, on February 20, 2004. Kalene C. Yanamura, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 04-4565 Filed 3-4-04; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P