# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2017-01-04 · Effective 2017-02-08 · 82 FR 712
## Document
- **Document number:** 2016-30117
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 82 FR 712
- **Publication date:** 2017-01-04
- **Effective date:** 2017-02-08
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2014-0143
## Abstract

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A300 B4-603, B4-620, B4-622, B4-605R, B4-622R, F4-605R, F4-622R, and C4-605R variant F airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the frame base fittings connecting the frame lower positions to the center wing box. This AD requires repetitive detailed inspections for cracking of the lower frame fittings of the frame foot, and replacement with a new frame foot if cracking is found. This AD also provides optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2017/01/04/2016-30117/airworthiness-directives-airbus-airplanes)
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