airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2013-02-01 · Effective 2013-03-08 · 78 FR 7261
Document
Document number
2013-01820
Federal Register citation
78 FR 7261
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2013-02-01
Effective date
2013-03-08
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2012-1071
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A310-203 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of an analysis that demonstrated a reduced fatigue life for the side link bolts, center sway link bolts, and thrust link bolts on the forward engine mounts. This AD requires repetitive replacement of those bolts. We are issuing this AD to prevent deterioration of the structural integrity of the bolts, which could result in possible damage to an engine or wing.