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AD 2004-09-01 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, C4-605R Variant F, and F4-600R (Collectively Called A300-600) Series Airplanes; and Model A310 Series Airplanes
Models named: A310 series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.
Applicability*9
Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, C4-605R Variant F, and F4-600R (collectively called A300-600) series airplanes; and Model A310 series airplanes; certificated in any category; equipped with GE CF6-80C2 engines.
Compliance
Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent loss of the relevant alternating current (AC) bus bar, reduced structural integrity of the engine pylon, and consequent loss of control of the airplane, accomplish the following: All Operators Telex Reference (a) The term “All Operators Telex,” or “AOT,” as used in this AD, means the following AOTs, as applicable: (1) For Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, C4 605R Variant F, and F4-600R (collectively called A300-600) series airplanes: Airbus AOT A300-54A6037, dated February 19, 2004; and (2) For Model A310 series airplanes: Airbus AOT A310-54A2038, dated February 19, 2004. Inspection (b) At the applicable time in paragraph (b)(1) or (b)(2) of this AD, do a one-time detailed inspection for discrepancies of the integrated drive generator (IDG) harness, harness bracket, retaining fasteners, and pyramid arm, in accordance with the applicable AOT. (1) For airplanes on which Airbus Modification 07591 has not been incorporated as of the effective date of this AD: Within 10 days after the effective date of this AD. (2) For airplanes on which Airbus Modification 07591 has been incorporated as of the effective date of this AD: Within 600 flight hours 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.” No Further Action if No Discrepancies Are Found (c) If there are no discrepancies found during the inspection required by paragraph (b) of this AD, no further action is required by this AD. Related Investigative and Corrective Actions for Damaged Electrical Harness (d) If any discrepancy in the IDG electrical harness, fretting at the convoluted conduits, or contact between the IDG electrical harness and the pyramid arms is found during the inspection required by paragraph (b) of this AD: Before further flight, do the applicable related investigative actions and corrective actions in accordance with the applicable AOT. Corrective Action for Damaged Electrical Harness Bracket, Retaining Fasteners, or Pyramid Arm (e) If any discrepancy in the electrical harness bracket, retaining fasteners, or pyramid arm is found during the inspection required by paragraph (b) of this AD: Before further flight, repair in accordance with a method approved by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, or the Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile (DGAC) (or its delegated agent). No Reporting Requirement (f) Although the referenced AOTs describe procedures for submitting certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not require those actions. Alternative Methods of Compliance (g) 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 (h) Unless otherwise specified in this AD, the actions shall be done in accordance with Airbus All Operators Telex (AOT) A300-54A6037, dated February 19, 2004; or A310-54A2038, dated February 19, 2004; 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 F-2004-039, dated March 17, 2004. Effective Date (i) This amendment becomes effective on May 13, 2004. Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 16, 2004. Michael J. Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 04-9241 Filed 4-27-04; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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