airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2017-09-05 · Effective 2017-10-10 · 82 FR 41874
Document
Document number
2017-16568
Federal Register citation
82 FR 41874
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2017-09-05
Effective date
2017-10-10
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-9517
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes; and A340-313 airplanes. This AD was prompted by the discovery of Tartaric Sulfuric Anodizing (TSA)/Chromic Acid Anodizing (CAA) surface treatment in certain bulk cargo door frame holes of certain airplanes. This AD requires inspection of the fuselage bulk cargo door frames at specific locations, and corrective action if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.