Summary
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A318 series airplanes; Model A319 series airplanes; and Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that the lower rib foot angle of the center wing box did not match with the bottom skin panel inner surface. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the external bottom skin in certain areas on the left and right wings, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2017-0709
Document Number
2017-26037
Type
Rule
Publication Date
December 5, 2017
Effective Date
January 9, 2018
Affected Manufacturer
Airbus
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2017-0709
Topics
Official Documents
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