Supersedes CAA-AD-4-069/98

Applicability: AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A310 aircraft, all certifed models and all serial numbers, on which :
- neither AIRBUS INDUSTRIE modification No.11680 in production,
- nor AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Service Bulletin A310-52-2061 Revision 1, have been embodied.

Remarks: Where applicable, the requirements of this AD must be integrated into the Aircraft's Logbook(s). Address inquiries concerning this AD to: Civil Aviation Authority, Airworthiness Division, Ruzyně Airport, 160 08 Prague 6, Czech Republic, tel.: 420 2 324086, fax: 420 2 364112.

1998-340-254(B) R1
AIRBUS INDUSTRIE - A310 Aircraft
 
Emergency exits-
Replacement of the bearings of the emergency exit opening mechanism (ATA 52)

APPLICABILITY :
AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A310 aircraft, all certifed models and all serial numbers, on which :
 
- neither AIRBUS INDUSTRIE modification No.11680 in production,
- nor AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Service Bulletin A310-52-2061 Revision 1, have been embodied.
 
REASON:
Some cases of seizure of the bearings of the emergency exit opening mechanism were noticed,
which therefore require an excessive force to obtain the opening of the associated door
and could lead to critical situations, should an emergency evacuation of the aircraft be
necessary.
 
ACTION :
Before May 31, 2000, replace the bearings of the emergency exit opening mechanism, in
accordance with the instructions of AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Service Bulletin A310-52-2061 Rev.1.
 
REF. : AIRBUS INDUSTRIE Service Bulletin A310-52-2061 Rev.1
(or any other later approved revision)
 
This Revision 1 replaces Airworthiness Directive 98-340-254(B) dated August 26,1998.
 
EFFECTIVE DATES :
Original AD . SEPTEMBER 05,1998
Revision 1 . MARCH 20,1999