airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2013-03-11 · Effective 2013-04-15 · 78 FR 15279
Document
Document number
2013-05193
Federal Register citation
78 FR 15279
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2013-03-11
Effective date
2013-04-15
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2012-1106
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, -200, and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that erroneous height indication by one radio altimeter with engaged flare and retard mode, in case of go-around, might lead to a temporary loss of airplane longitudinal control. This AD requires revising the airplane flight manual. We are issuing this AD to ensure that the flightcrew applies the appropriate operational procedures in the event of an erroneous indication of the radio altimeter, which could result in temporary loss of airplane longitudinal control.