airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2016-04-05 · Effective 2016-05-10 · 81 FR 19482
Document
Document number
2016-07372
Federal Register citation
81 FR 19482
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2016-04-05
Effective date
2016-05-10
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-6537
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 reports of cracking of the aft fixed fairing (AFF) of the pylons due to fatigue damage of the structure. This AD requires repetitive inspections for damage and cracking of the AFF of the pylons, and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct damage and cracking of the AFF of the pylons, which could result in detachment of a pylon and consequent reduced structural integrity of the airplane.