# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 and A321 Series Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2002-09-05 · Effective 2002-10-10 · 67 FR 56748
## Document
- **Document number:** 02-22175
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus Model A320 and A321 Series
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 67 FR 56748
- **Publication date:** 2002-09-05
- **Effective date:** 2002-10-10
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. 2001-NM-256-AD
## Abstract

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Airbus Model A320 and A321 series airplanes, that requires an inspection to detect trapped water in the elevator sandwich structure, reprotection of the elevator, and corrective actions if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent damage caused by water ingress into the elevator, which could lead to debonding of the elevator skins and degradation of the initial protection, and consequent reduced structural integrity of the airplane. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2002/09/05/02-22175/airworthiness-directives-airbus-model-a320-and-a321-series-airplanes)
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