Airworthiness Directive · Amendment 39-12481 · Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes
Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 Series Airplanes
Superseded. A later AD replaced this one: AD 2005-03-14. Comply with the one in force.
Model A300 B2 and B4 series airplanes, certificated in any category.
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4 series airplanes. This action requires determining the part and amendment numbers of the variable lever arm (VLA) of the rudder control system to verify the parts were installed using the correct standard, and corrective actions, if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent failure of both spring boxes of the VLA due to corrosion damage, which could result in loss of rudder control and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
The aircraft, engines and makers this AD names, by the model designations in its text. A model listed here may still be outside the AD's serial ranges.
