# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319 and A320 Series Airplanes Equipped With Elevator and Aileron Computer (ELAC) L80 Standard
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2003-12-18 · Effective 2004-01-22 · 68 FR 70431
## Document
- **Document number:** 03-31060
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus Model A319 and A320 Series
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 68 FR 70431
- **Publication date:** 2003-12-18
- **Effective date:** 2004-01-22
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. 2002-NM-57-AD
## Abstract

This amendment supersedes an existing airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes, that currently requires revising the airplane flight manual to specify procedures for landing under certain conditions of gusty winds and turbulence. This amendment requires replacement of both Elevator and Aileron Computers (ELACs) having L80 standards with new ELACs having L81 standards, which terminates the requirements of the existing AD. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent activation of the high angle-of-attack protection during final approach for landing, which could result in loss of ability to flare properly during landings. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2003/12/18/03-31060/airworthiness-directives-airbus-model-a319-and-a320-series-airplanes-equipped-with-elevator-and)
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