Airbus Issues Airworthiness Directive for Fuel System Modifications on Certain A300 Model Airplanes

Summary

Airbus has issued an airworthiness directive requiring inspections and modifications to prevent potential ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which could lead to a fuel tank fire or explosion on certain A300 model airplanes equipped with Simmonds Precision Products, Inc. fuel quantity indicating system sensors and in-tank harnesses installed in accordance with STC ST00092BO.