AD 2010-23-26 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 Airplanes; and Model A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, B4-622, B4-605R, B4-622R, and F4-605R Airplanes

Models named: A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, B4-203, A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, B4-622. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to the airplanes, certificated in any category, identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD; except airplanes on which Airbus Modification 11912 or 11932 has been installed. (1) Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, B4-622, B4-605R, B4-622R, and F4-605R airplanes.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) At the applicable time specified in paragraph (p)(2) of this AD, perform a detailed inspection for cracking at the locations specified in paragraphs (p)(1)(i), (p)(1)(ii), and (p)(1)(iii) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; as applicable. (i) The bottom flange and vertical web in the area between the wing rear spar/gear rib 5 attachment and the forward reaction-rod pick-up lug. (ii) On the inboard side, around the fastener holes at locations 43, 47 to 50, 52, and 54. (iii) On the outboard side, the lower flange, the vertical web and around the fastener holes at locations 43, 47 to 50, 52 and 54. (2) Do the inspection required by paragraph (p)(1) of this AD at the later of the times in paragraphs (p)(2)(i) and (p)(2)(ii) of this AD. (i) Within 400 flight cycles after the accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (i) or (l) of this AD, as applicable. (ii) Within 400 flight cycles or 4 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first. (3) If no cracking is detected during the inspection required by paragraph (p)(1) of this AD, before further flight, perform a fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) at holes location 47 and 54, in the right-hand and left-hand MLG rib 5 attachment fitting lower flange, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; as applicable. (4) Thereafter, at intervals not to exceed 400 flight cycles, repeat the detailed and FPI inspections, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300- 57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; as applicable. (5) If any crack is detected during any of the inspections required by paragraphs (p)(1), (p)(3), and (p)(4) of this AD, and Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; recommends contacting Airbus for appropriate action: Before further flight, contact Airbus for a repair solution, and do the repair; or repair the cracking using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, or EASA or its delegated agent. (q) Spot-facing the sensitive holes on the bottom flange MLG ribs, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254, dated June 4, 2010, or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110, dated June 7, 2010; as applicable; terminates the repetitive inspection requirements of paragraph (p)(4) of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note 4: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (r) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, 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: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-2125; 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. Related Information (s) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-0081R1, dated July 30, 2010, and the service information specified in Table 7 of this AD, for related information. Table 7—Related Service Information Airbus— Revision— Dated— Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254 0, including Appendix 1 June 4, 2010. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101 03, including Appendixes 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110 0, including Appendix 1 June 7, 2010. Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 02 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 September 2, 1999.   04, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   05, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 02, including Appendix 01 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   04, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002.   05, including Appendix 01 March 10, 2008. Service Bulletin A300-57-0235 04 March 13, 2003.   05 December 3, 2003. Service Bulletin A300-57-6088 04 December 3, 2003. Material Incorporated by Reference (t) You must use the service information specified in Table 8 of this AD to do the actions required by this AD, as applicable, unless the AD specifies otherwise. Table 8—All Material Incorporated by Reference Airbus— Revision— Dated— Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254 0, including Appendix 1 June 4, 2010. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110 0, including Appendix 1 June 7, 2010. Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 02 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 September 2, 1999.   04, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   05, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 02, including Appendix 01 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   04, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002.   05, including Appendix 05 March 10, 2008. Service Bulletin A300-57-0235 04 March 13, 2003.   05 December 3, 2003. Service Bulletin A300-57-6088 04 December 3, 2003. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information contained in Table 9 of this AD under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Table 9—New Material Incorporated by Reference Airbus— Revision— Dated— Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254 Original June 4, 2010. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 05, including Appendix 1 March 10, 2008. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110 0, including Appendix 1 June 7, 2010. (2) The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the incorporation by reference of the service information specified in Table 10 of this AD on July 18, 2006 (71 FR 33994, June 13, 2006). Table 10—Material Previously Incorporated by Reference in AD 2006-12-13 Airbus— Revision— Dated— Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 04, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   05, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 03, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   04, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57-0235 04 March 13, 2003.   05 December 3, 2003. Service Bulletin A300-57-6088 04 December 3, 2003. (3) The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the incorporation by reference of the service information specified in Table 11 of this AD on April 12, 2000 (65 FR 12077, March 8, 2000). Table 11—Material Previously Incorporated by Reference in AD 2000-05-07 Airbus— Revision— Dated— Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 02 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 September 2, 1999. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 02, including Appendix 01 June 24, 1999. (4) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS—EAW (Airworthiness Office), 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; e-mail account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com. (5) 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. (6) 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 November 3, 2010. Dionne Palermo, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-28589 Filed 11-30-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) At the applicable time specified in paragraph (p)(2) of this AD, perform a detailed inspection for cracking at the locations specified in paragraphs (p)(1)(i), (p)(1)(ii), and (p)(1)(iii) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; as applicable. (i) The bottom flange and vertical web in the area between the wing rear spar/gear rib 5 attachment and the forward reaction-rod pick-up lug. (ii) On the inboard side, around the fastener holes at locations 43, 47 to 50, 52, and 54. (iii) On the outboard side, the lower flange, the vertical web and around the fastener holes at locations 43, 47 to 50, 52 and 54. (2) Do the inspection required by paragraph (p)(1) of this AD at the later of the times in paragraphs (p)(2)(i) and (p)(2)(ii) of this AD. (i) Within 400 flight cycles after the accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (i) or (l) of this AD, as applicable. (ii) Within 400 flight cycles or 4 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first. (3) If no cracking is detected during the inspection required by paragraph (p)(1) of this AD, before further flight, perform a fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) at holes location 47 and 54, in the right-hand and left-hand MLG rib 5 attachment fitting lower flange, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; as applicable. (4) Thereafter, at intervals not to exceed 400 flight cycles, repeat the detailed and FPI inspections, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300- 57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; as applicable. (5) If any crack is detected during any of the inspections required by paragraphs (p)(1), (p)(3), and (p)(4) of this AD, and Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101, Revision 03, dated March 11, 2009; or Revision 04, dated September 9, 2009; recommends contacting Airbus for appropriate action: Before further flight, contact Airbus for a repair solution, and do the repair; or repair the cracking using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, or EASA or its delegated agent. (q) Spot-facing the sensitive holes on the bottom flange MLG ribs, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254, dated June 4, 2010, or Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110, dated June 7, 2010; as applicable; terminates the repetitive inspection requirements of paragraph (p)(4) of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note 4: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (r) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, 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: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-2125; 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. Related Information (s) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-0081R1, dated July 30, 2010, and the service information specified in Table 7 of this AD, for related information. Table 7—Related Service Information Airbus— Revision— Dated— Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254 0, including Appendix 1 June 4, 2010. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101 03, including Appendixes 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110 0, including Appendix 1 June 7, 2010. Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 02 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 September 2, 1999.   04, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   05, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 02, including Appendix 01 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   04, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002.   05, including Appendix 01 March 10, 2008. Service Bulletin A300-57-0235 04 March 13, 2003.   05 December 3, 2003. Service Bulletin A300-57-6088 04 December 3, 2003. Material Incorporated by Reference (t) You must use the service information specified in Table 8 of this AD to do the actions required by this AD, as applicable, unless the AD specifies otherwise. Table 8—All Material Incorporated by Reference Airbus— Revision— Dated— Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254 0, including Appendix 1 June 4, 2010. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110 0, including Appendix 1 June 7, 2010. Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 02 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 September 2, 1999.   04, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   05, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 02, including Appendix 01 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   04, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002.   05, including Appendix 05 March 10, 2008. Service Bulletin A300-57-0235 04 March 13, 2003.   05 December 3, 2003. Service Bulletin A300-57-6088 04 December 3, 2003. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information contained in Table 9 of this AD under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Table 9—New Material Incorporated by Reference Airbus— Revision— Dated— Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A0246 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-0254 Original June 4, 2010. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 05, including Appendix 1 March 10, 2008. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57A6101 03, including Appendices 1 and 2 March 11, 2009.   04, including Appendices 1 and 2 September 9, 2009. Mandatory Service Bulletin A300-57-6110 0, including Appendix 1 June 7, 2010. (2) The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the incorporation by reference of the service information specified in Table 10 of this AD on July 18, 2006 (71 FR 33994, June 13, 2006). Table 10—Material Previously Incorporated by Reference in AD 2006-12-13 Airbus— Revision— Dated— Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 04, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   05, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 03, including Appendix 01 May 19, 2000.   04, including Appendix 01 February 19, 2002. Service Bulletin A300-57-0235 04 March 13, 2003.   05 December 3, 2003. Service Bulletin A300-57-6088 04 December 3, 2003. (3) The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the incorporation by reference of the service information specified in Table 11 of this AD on April 12, 2000 (65 FR 12077, March 8, 2000). Table 11—Material Previously Incorporated by Reference in AD 2000-05-07 Airbus— Revision— Dated— Service Bulletin A300-57A0234 02 June 24, 1999.   03, including Appendix 01 September 2, 1999. Service Bulletin A300-57A6087 02, including Appendix 01 June 24, 1999. (4) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS—EAW (Airworthiness Office), 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; e-mail account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com. (5) 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. (6) 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 November 3, 2010. Dionne Palermo, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-28589 Filed 11-30-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P