airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2014-08-15 · Effective 2014-09-19 · 79 FR 48021
Document
Document number
2014-18461
Federal Register citation
79 FR 48021
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2014-08-15
Effective date
2014-09-19
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2014-0121
Abstract
We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2008-14-17 for certain Airbus Model A330-200 and A340-300 series airplanes. AD 2008- 14-17 required a high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection, corrective actions if necessary, and modifications. This new AD requires the same actions as those required by AD 2008-14-17, but with a reduced compliance time. This AD was prompted by a determination from a fatigue and damage tolerance evaluation that the compliance time needs to be revised. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct damage of the upper shell structure at the skin and frame interface, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airframe.