# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2012-10-31 · Effective 2012-12-05 · 77 FR 65808
## Document
- **Document number:** 2012-26198
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 77 FR 65808
- **Publication date:** 2012-10-31
- **Effective date:** 2012-12-05
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2012-0427
## Abstract

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A320-214 and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports that medium-head fasteners were installed in lieu of shear-head fasteners on a certain upper panel, which manufacturer fatigue and damage tolerance analyses demonstrated could have an effect on panel fatigue life. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of certain fasteners, and repairs if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct such cracking, which could result in the loss of structural integrity of the airplane.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2012/10/31/2012-26198/airworthiness-directives-airbus-airplanes)
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