airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2018-07-09 · Effective 2018-08-13 · 83 FR 31646
Document
Document number
2018-14504
Federal Register citation
83 FR 31646
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2018-07-09
Effective date
2018-08-13
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2018-0270
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, A340- 300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that a functional test to ensure that there is no blockage of vent pipes was not done on the trim tank of certain airplanes during production. This AD requires doing a trim tank functional test, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.