# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2018-08-08 · Effective 2018-08-23 · 83 FR 38953
## Document
- **Document number:** 2018-16576
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus SAS
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule; request for comments.
- **Citation:** 83 FR 38953
- **Publication date:** 2018-08-08
- **Effective date:** 2018-08-23
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2018-0640
## Abstract

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A319-133 airplanes and Model A321-232 airplanes. This AD requires modification and re-identification, or replacement, of certain engine fan cowl doors (FCDs) and installation of a placard in the flight deck. This AD was prompted by reports of in-service engine FCD losses, and the development of a new FCD front latch and keeper assembly that addresses this unsafe condition. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/08/08/2018-16576/airworthiness-directives-airbus-sas-airplanes)
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