airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2013-07-10 · Effective 2013-08-14 · 78 FR 41286
Document
Document number
2013-15335
Federal Register citation
78 FR 41286
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2013-07-10
Effective date
2013-08-14
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2012-1035
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of an uncommanded nose landing gear (NLG) retraction. This AD requires installing a power interruption protection circuit for the landing gear control interface unit (LGCIU). We are issuing this AD to prevent untimely unlocking and/or retraction of the NLG, which, while on the ground, could result in injury to ground personnel and damage to the airplane.