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AD 2023-12-19 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
Models named: A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -223F, -243, -243F, A330-301, -302, -303. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.
Applicability*9
This AD applies to all Airbus SAS airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (5) of this AD; certificated in any category. (1) Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -223F, -243 and -243F airplanes. (2) Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes. (3) Model A340-211, -212, and -213 airplanes. (4) Model A340-311, -312, and -313 airplanes. (5) Model A340-541 and -642 airplanes.
Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.
Required actions
Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2022-0025R2, dated August 9, 2022 (EASA AD 2022-0025R2).
Unsafe condition
This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the bogie pivot pin of the main and central landing gear bogie beams. Investigation indicated these findings were the result of material heating due to friction between the bogie pivot pin and bush, leading to chrome detachment and chrome dragging on the bogie pivot pin. Since issuance of AD 2013-07-03, an optional terminating modification was developed and it was also determined that a parts installation prohibition is necessary. The FAA is issuing this AD to address cracks and damage to the main and central landing gear. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in the collapse of the landing gear and consequent damage to the airplane and injury to occupants.
Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2013-07-03, Amendment 39-17407 (78 FR 21227, April 10, 2013) (AD 2013-07-03).
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