FAA Mandates Checks for Cracks in Airbus A300 Gear
Published Date: 8/18/2025
Rule
Summary
The FAA is making sure certain Airbus A300 planes stay safe by requiring special inspections of the main landing gear parts because some planes had cracks from past fixes done wrong. If cracks are found, repairs must be made quickly to keep flights safe. This affects specific Airbus models and means owners need to act soon to avoid bigger problems and costs later.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Mandatory MLG Geometrical Inspections
If you own or operate the listed Airbus A300 models, you must perform a special detailed (geometrical) inspection of the main landing gear (MLG) rib 5 lower flange holes on both the left-hand and right-hand wings. The AD applies to Airbus Model A300 B4-2C, A300 B4-203, A300 B4-603, A300 B4-605R, A300 B4-622, A300 B4-622R, and A300 F4-605R airplanes.
Required Repair If Cracks Found
If inspections find cracking of the MLG support rib 5 lower flange on those Airbus A300 models, you must make repairs to address the unsafe condition. The AD was prompted by cracking caused by incorrect accomplishment of modification instructions and requires repair when necessary.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Take It Personal
Get Your Personalized Policy View
Start a Free Government Policy Watch to see how policy affects your household, then upgrade to PRIA Full Coverage for year-round monitoring.
Already have an account? Sign in