# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2002-04-23 · Effective 2002-05-08 · 67 FR 19650
## Document
- **Document number:** 02-9567
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule; request for comments.
- **Citation:** 67 FR 19650
- **Publication date:** 2002-04-23
- **Effective date:** 2002-05-08
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. 2001-NM-350-AD
## Abstract

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Airbus Model A330 and A340 series airplanes. This action requires an inspection of the parking brake operated valve (PBOV) of the main landing gear to identify the part and serial numbers, and follow-on actions if necessary. This action provides for optional terminating action for the requirements of this AD. This action is necessary to prevent leakage of the PBOV and consequent failure of the "blue" hydraulic system, which could affect elements of the hydraulics for flaps, stabilizer, certain spoilers, elevator, rudder, and aileron. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2002/04/23/02-9567/airworthiness-directives-airbus-model-a330-and-a340-series-airplanes)
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