The failure of the digital flight data recorder (DFDR) rack during the tail strike prevented the DFDR from recording subsequent flight parameters.
Airbus has produced a modified rack that will reduce the deflection that permitted the FDR to become unsecured.
On 28 October 2011, Airbus advised that: A new rack (PN S4419F01) has been certified through modification number 56124 and implemented in production line from MSN911 delivered in March 2008. This new rack has geometrical changes and the shock-mounts have been removed. ... it has a stiffening flange which limits the deformations.
The ATSB is satisfied that the safety action adequately addresses the safety issue.
