# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2017-06-06 · Effective 2017-07-11 · 82 FR 25940
## Document
- **Document number:** 2017-11290
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 82 FR 25940
- **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.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2017/06/06/2017-11290/airworthiness-directives-airbus-airplanes)
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