airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2017-09-14 · Effective 2017-10-19 · 82 FR 43168
Document
Document number
2017-19043
Federal Register citation
82 FR 43168
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2017-09-14
Effective date
2017-10-19
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2017-0533
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A300 B4-600R and Model A300 F4-600R series airplanes; Model A300 B4-603, B4-622, and C4-605R Variant F airplanes; and Model A310-203, -221, -222, -304, -322, -324, and -325 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder indicating that a section of the fuselage structure above the forward cargo door is subject to widespread fatigue damage (WFD). This AD requires an inspection for cracks of the fastener and tooling holes at certain locations and a check of the diameter of the holes, and repair or modification of the affected fuselage structure if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.