airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2014-01-06 · Effective 2014-02-10 · 79 FR 532
Document
Document number
2013-31527
Federal Register citation
79 FR 532
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2014-01-06
Effective date
2014-02-10
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2013-0208
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that certain maintenance activities, such as repairs or the accumulation of paint layers, might cause the weight of an elevator to exceed the certified limits. This AD requires checking the weight of certain elevators, and corrective action if necessary; and re-identifying the elevators. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct elevators that exceed the certified weight limits, which could result in reduced control of the airplane.