# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2014-02-19 · Effective 2014-03-26 · 79 FR 9382
## Document
- **Document number:** 2014-02994
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 79 FR 9382
- **Publication date:** 2014-02-19
- **Effective date:** 2014-03-26
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2013-0632
## Abstract

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200, - 300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by results from fuel system reviews conducted by the airplane manufacturer. This AD requires removing bulb-type maintenance lights; installing a drain mast on certain airplanes; and installing muffs on connecting bleed elements on certain airplanes. We are issuing this AD to prevent ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2014/02/19/2014-02994/airworthiness-directives-airbus-airplanes)
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