airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2016-09-08 · Effective 2016-10-13 · 81 FR 61990
Document
Document number
2016-21283
Federal Register citation
81 FR 61990
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2016-09-08
Effective date
2016-10-13
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-6671
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A300 B4-203 and A300 B4-2C airplanes. This AD was prompted by cracks found on pylon side panels (upper section) at rib 8. This AD requires a detailed inspection for crack indications of the pylon side panels; a high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection to confirm any crack indications; and repair of any cracking, or modification of the pylon side panels, and repetitive inspections and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the pylon side panels. Such cracking could result in pylon structural failure and in- flight loss of an engine.