AD 2009-10-07 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A380-841, -842, and -861 Airplanes

Models named: A380-841, -842, -861. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to Airbus Model A380-841, -842 and -861 airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers.

Unless already done, do the following: (1) At the applicable time specified in paragraph (f)(1)(i) or (f)(1)(ii) of this AD for the left- and right-hand MFTF#6, do a special detailed (ultrasonic and high-frequency eddy current) inspection of the filet radii of pivot supports, monolithic carbon fibre reinforced plastic structures, and radii of U-Frame, and a general visual inspection of MFTF#6, for cracking and delamination, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, dated November 21, 2008. (i) For Model A380-841 and -842 airplanes: Before the MFTF#6 has accumulated 500 total flight cycles since its first installation on an airplane, or within 30 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. (ii) For Model A380-861 airplanes: Before the MFTF#6 has accumulated 100 total flight cycles since its first installation on an airplane, or within 30 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. (2) If no cracking and no delamination are detected during any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, repeat the inspections required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD thereafter at intervals not to exceed the applicable time specified in paragraph (f)(2(i) or (f)(2)(ii) of this AD. (i) For Model A380-841 and -842 airplanes: 50 flight cycles. (ii) For Model A380-861 airplanes: 10 flight cycles. (3) If any cracking or delamination is found during any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD, before further flight, replace the MFTF#6 with a new or serviceable part, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, dated November 21, 2008, and repeat the inspections specified in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD at the applicable time defined in paragraph (f)(2) of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No Differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1175; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2008-0216, dated December 9, 2008; and Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, dated November 21, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, including Appendix 01, dated November 21, 2008, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS-EANA (Airworthiness Office); 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 562 110 253; Fax +33 562 110 307; e-mail account.airworth-A380@airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com. (3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152. (4) You may also review copies of the service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 1, 2009. Stephen P. Boyd, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-10934 Filed 5-12-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following: (1) At the applicable time specified in paragraph (f)(1)(i) or (f)(1)(ii) of this AD for the left- and right-hand MFTF#6, do a special detailed (ultrasonic and high-frequency eddy current) inspection of the filet radii of pivot supports, monolithic carbon fibre reinforced plastic structures, and radii of U-Frame, and a general visual inspection of MFTF#6, for cracking and delamination, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, dated November 21, 2008. (i) For Model A380-841 and -842 airplanes: Before the MFTF#6 has accumulated 500 total flight cycles since its first installation on an airplane, or within 30 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. (ii) For Model A380-861 airplanes: Before the MFTF#6 has accumulated 100 total flight cycles since its first installation on an airplane, or within 30 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. (2) If no cracking and no delamination are detected during any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, repeat the inspections required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD thereafter at intervals not to exceed the applicable time specified in paragraph (f)(2(i) or (f)(2)(ii) of this AD. (i) For Model A380-841 and -842 airplanes: 50 flight cycles. (ii) For Model A380-861 airplanes: 10 flight cycles. (3) If any cracking or delamination is found during any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD, before further flight, replace the MFTF#6 with a new or serviceable part, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, dated November 21, 2008, and repeat the inspections specified in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD at the applicable time defined in paragraph (f)(2) of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No Differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1175; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2008-0216, dated December 9, 2008; and Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, dated November 21, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin A380-57-8014, including Appendix 01, dated November 21, 2008, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS-EANA (Airworthiness Office); 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 562 110 253; Fax +33 562 110 307; e-mail account.airworth-A380@airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com. (3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152. (4) You may also review copies of the service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 1, 2009. Stephen P. Boyd, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-10934 Filed 5-12-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P