airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2025-08-25 · Effective 2025-09-29 · 90 FR 41288
Document
Document number
2025-16212
Federal Register citation
90 FR 41288
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus SAS
Publication date
2025-08-25
Effective date
2025-09-29
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2025-0200
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300, A330- 800, and A330-900 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by an incorrect shot peening application being implemented in production starting from 2008. This AD requires repetitive detailed inspections (DET) of certain splice fittings and, depending on findings, repair. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.