airworthiness · Rule · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2018-11-08 · Effective 2018-11-23 · 83 FR 55813
Document
Document number
2018-24391
Federal Register citation
83 FR 55813
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule; request for comments.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus SAS
Publication date
2018-11-08
Effective date
2018-11-23
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2018-0958
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a close gap between the wing lower cover (WLC) and wing rib feet. This AD requires revising the operator's minimum equipment list (MEL) to change certain MEL items. This AD also requires an inspection for discrepancies and structural damage of certain wing rib foot locations, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.