# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2001-07-31 · Effective 2001-09-04 · 66 FR 39424
## Document
- **Document number:** 01-18470
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 66 FR 39424
- **Publication date:** 2001-07-31
- **Effective date:** 2001-09-04
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. 2000-NM-421-AD
## Abstract

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes, that requires performing a general visual inspection of the outer handle flap mechanisms of the passenger doors for the presence of corrosion inhibitor and for correct operation; cleaning, if necessary; and greasing. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent blockage of the outer handle flap in an intermediate pushed-in position, which may prevent a passenger door from opening from the inside of the airplane, thereby delaying an emergency evacuation. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2001/07/31/01-18470/airworthiness-directives-airbus-model-a319-a320-and-a321-series-airplanes)
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