# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2017-04-20 · Effective 2017-05-25 · 82 FR 18547
## Document
- **Document number:** 2017-06712
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 82 FR 18547
- **Publication date:** 2017-04-20
- **Effective date:** 2017-05-25
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2016-9192
## Abstract

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of cracking at fastener holes located at a certain frame on the lower shell panel junction. This AD requires repetitive inspections of certain fastener holes, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2017/04/20/2017-06712/airworthiness-directives-airbus-airplanes)
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