airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2017-06-06 · Effective 2017-07-11 · 82 FR 25940
Document
Document number
2017-11290
Federal Register citation
82 FR 25940
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2017-06-06
Effective date
2017-07-11
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-7262
Abstract
We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 98-13-14, for certain Airbus Model A320-211, -212, and -231 airplanes. AD 98-13-14 required repetitive inspections of certain fastener holes of the aft fuselage, and corrective action if necessary. This new AD continues to require the actions in AD 98-13-14, with revised inspection compliance times. This AD was prompted by identification of cracks in the fastener holes of the former junction of the aft fuselage, which occurred during a fatigue test; and a determination that certain compliance times specified in AD 98-13-14 must be reduced. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.