airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2016-09-08 · Effective 2016-10-13 · 81 FR 61993
Document
Document number
2016-21144
Federal Register citation
81 FR 61993
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2016-09-08
Effective date
2016-10-13
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-5814
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A318, A319, and A320 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of chafing damage on the fuselage skin at the bottom of certain frames, underneath the fairing structure. This AD requires repetitive detailed inspections for damage on the fuselage skin at certain frames, and applicable related investigative and corrective actions. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct damage to the fuselage skin, which could lead to crack initiation and propagation, possibly resulting in reduced structural integrity of the fuselage.