AD 2010-10-19 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A340-200 and A340-300 Series Airplanes

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

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

You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Actions (g) Do the following actions. (1) At the applicable time specified in paragraph (g)(1)(i) or (g)(1)(ii) of this AD: Calculate the flight cycles, as applicable, and replace all CFM 56-5C forward engine mount thrust links P/N 340-7005-3 or P/N 340-7005-4, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-71-4006, Revision 01, dated May 14, 2009. Note 1: P/N 340-7005-3 and P/N 340-7005-4 are the part numbers for only the link. P/N 340-7005-503 and P/N 340-7005-504 are the part numbers for the assembly (comprising the bearing and the link). (i) For airplanes with thrust links for which the history of the part is available: Replace in accordance with Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-71-4006, Revision 01, dated May 14, 2009, prior to the accumulation of 15,500 total flight cycles on the part, or within 90 days from the effective date of the AD, whichever occurs later. (ii) For airplanes with thrust links for which the part history is partial or unknown: Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, calculate the limit for replacement in accordance with the calculation method provided in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-71-4006, Revision 01, dated May 14, 2009, and replace the part no later than the calculated limit for replacement. (2) Repeat the replacement required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD at intervals not to exceed 15,500 flight cycles on the part in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-71-4006, Revision 01, dated May 14, 2009. FAA AD Differences Note 2: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (h) 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, 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 ensure 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 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (i) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness Directive 2009-0115, dated May 29, 2009; and Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-71-4006, Revision 01, dated May 14, 2009; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (j) You must use Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-71-4006, Revision 01, dated May 14, 2009, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the incorporation by reference of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-71-4006, Revision 01, dated May 14, 2009, on January 29, 2010 (75 FR 2057, January 14, 2010). (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. (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 3, 2010. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-11187 Filed 5-12-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P