Airworthiness Directive · Amendment 39-12851 · Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes
Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes
Superseded. A later AD replaced this one: AD 2004-18-14. Comply with the one in force.
Model A330 and A340 series airplanes, certificated in any category; equipped with any spoiler servo control having part number (P/N)1386A0000-01 or 1386B0000-01, or P/N 1387A0000-01 or 1387B0000-01.
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Airbus Model A330 and A340 series airplanes, that requires revising the Limitations Section of the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual to ensure the flightcrew is advised of the proper procedures in the event of uncommanded movement of a spoiler during flight. Such uncommanded movement could result in reduced controllability of the airplane, and consequent significant increased fuel consumption during flight, which could necessitate an in-flight turn-back or diversion to an unscheduled airport destination. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
