AD 2009-21-05 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes

Models named: A340-211, -212, -213 series, A340-311, -312, -313 series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to Airbus Model A340-211, -212, and -213 series airplanes; and Model A340-311, -312, and -313 series airplanes; certificated in any category; all manufacturer serial numbers.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 1,800 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, do the detailed inspections for the discrepancies identified in paragraphs (f)(1)(i), (f)(1)(ii), (f)(1)(iii), (f)(1)(iv), and (f)(1)(v) of this AD, in accordance with the applicable paragraph of Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009 (“the AOT”). (i) Improper locking of the thrust reverser pivoting door primary lock as specified in paragraph 4.2.1 of the AOT. (ii) Defects of the thrust reverser pivoting door seal as specified in paragraph 4.2.2 of the AOT. (iii) Gaps exceeding limits of the thrust reverser pivoting door actuator gimbal as specified in paragraph 4.2.3 of the AOT. (iv) Incorrect number of shim sets is installed on the thrust reverser pivoting door hydraulic actuator as specified in paragraph 4.2.4 of the AOT. (v) Incorrect adjustment of the thrust reverser pivoting door as specified in paragraph 4.2.5 of the AOT. (2) If any discrepancy is found during the inspections required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions required by paragraphs (f)(2)(i), (f)(2)(ii), (f)(2)(iii), (f)(2)(iv), and (f)(2)(v) of this AD, in accordance with the applicable paragraph of Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009 (“the AOT”); except that if a replacement actuator is not available, the airplane may be dispatched with the thrust reverser inhibited per Master Minimum Equipment List reference 2.10. (i) Replace the thrust reverser pivoting door primary lock with a new or serviceable thrust reverser pivoting door primary lock in accordance with paragraph 4.2.1 of the AOT. (ii) Replace the thrust reverser pivoting door with a new or serviceable thrust reverser pivoting door in accordance with paragraph 4.2.2 of the AOT. (iii) Replace the thrust reverser pivoting door actuator with a new or serviceable thrust reverser pivoting door actuator in accordance with paragraph 4.2.3 of the AOT. (iv) Remove excess shims from the thrust reverser pivoting door actuator or add a shim in accordance with paragraph 4.2.4 of the AOT. (v) Adjust the thrust reverser pivoting door in accordance with paragraph 4.2.5 of the AOT. 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1138; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your 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) European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness Directive 2009-0063, dated March 11, 2009, and corrected March 20, 2009; and Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (The issue date of this document is specified only on the first page of the document.) (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—Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80, e-mail airworthiness.A330-A340@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 September 30, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-24447 Filed 10-15-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 1,800 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, do the detailed inspections for the discrepancies identified in paragraphs (f)(1)(i), (f)(1)(ii), (f)(1)(iii), (f)(1)(iv), and (f)(1)(v) of this AD, in accordance with the applicable paragraph of Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009 (“the AOT”). (i) Improper locking of the thrust reverser pivoting door primary lock as specified in paragraph 4.2.1 of the AOT. (ii) Defects of the thrust reverser pivoting door seal as specified in paragraph 4.2.2 of the AOT. (iii) Gaps exceeding limits of the thrust reverser pivoting door actuator gimbal as specified in paragraph 4.2.3 of the AOT. (iv) Incorrect number of shim sets is installed on the thrust reverser pivoting door hydraulic actuator as specified in paragraph 4.2.4 of the AOT. (v) Incorrect adjustment of the thrust reverser pivoting door as specified in paragraph 4.2.5 of the AOT. (2) If any discrepancy is found during the inspections required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions required by paragraphs (f)(2)(i), (f)(2)(ii), (f)(2)(iii), (f)(2)(iv), and (f)(2)(v) of this AD, in accordance with the applicable paragraph of Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009 (“the AOT”); except that if a replacement actuator is not available, the airplane may be dispatched with the thrust reverser inhibited per Master Minimum Equipment List reference 2.10. (i) Replace the thrust reverser pivoting door primary lock with a new or serviceable thrust reverser pivoting door primary lock in accordance with paragraph 4.2.1 of the AOT. (ii) Replace the thrust reverser pivoting door with a new or serviceable thrust reverser pivoting door in accordance with paragraph 4.2.2 of the AOT. (iii) Replace the thrust reverser pivoting door actuator with a new or serviceable thrust reverser pivoting door actuator in accordance with paragraph 4.2.3 of the AOT. (iv) Remove excess shims from the thrust reverser pivoting door actuator or add a shim in accordance with paragraph 4.2.4 of the AOT. (v) Adjust the thrust reverser pivoting door in accordance with paragraph 4.2.5 of the AOT. 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1138; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your 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) European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness Directive 2009-0063, dated March 11, 2009, and corrected March 20, 2009; and Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Airbus All Operators Telex A340-78A4040, dated February 18, 2009, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (The issue date of this document is specified only on the first page of the document.) (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—Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80, e-mail airworthiness.A330-A340@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 September 30, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-24447 Filed 10-15-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P