airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2018-07-18 · Effective 2018-08-22 · 83 FR 33821
Document
Document number
2018-13220
Federal Register citation
83 FR 33821
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2018-07-18
Effective date
2018-08-22
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2018-0111
Abstract
We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2017-07-07, which applied to certain Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes. AD 2017-07-07 required repetitive inspections of certain fastener holes, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD retains the requirements of AD 2017-07-07 and expands the applicability. This AD was prompted by a report of cracking at fastener holes located at frame (FR) 40 on the lower shell panel junction. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.