airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2012-09-06 · Effective 2012-10-11 · 77 FR 54800
Document
Document number
2012-21653
Federal Register citation
77 FR 54800
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Diamond
Publication date
2012-09-06
Effective date
2012-10-11
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2012-0633
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Models DA 42, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as excessive voids in the adhesive joint between the center wing spars and the upper center wing skins. This condition could cause the wing to fail, which could result in loss of control of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.