airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2013-08-20 · Effective 2013-09-24 · 78 FR 51058
Document
Document number
2013-20105
Federal Register citation
78 FR 51058
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2013-08-20
Effective date
2013-09-24
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2012-1038
Abstract
We are superseding airworthiness directive (AD) 2004-13-06 for certain Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes. AD 2004-13-06 required repetitive detailed inspections to detect cracks in the keel beam side panels, and repair if necessary. This new AD requires repetitive eddy current inspections for cracking in the keel beam side panels, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD was prompted by reports of cracks on the side panels of the keel beams. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracks on the side panels of the keel beams, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane.