Summary
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, - 231, and -232 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a fatigue test that identified cracks in the forward and aft upper corner of the bulk cargo door. This proposed AD would require a rototest inspection for cracks and applicable on-condition actions. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2026-3879
Document Number
2026-08594
Type
Proposed Rule
Publication Date
May 4, 2026
Comments Close
June 18, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
Airbus SAS
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2026-3879
Topics
Official Documents
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