AD 2003-18-06

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319-131 and -132; A320-231, -232, and -233; and A321-131 and -231 Series Airplanes

AD Number
2003-18-06
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-411-AD
FR Citation
68 FR 53501

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A319-131 and -132 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319-131 and -132; A320-231, -232, and -233; and A321-131 and -231 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Separation of the engine fan cowl door from the airplane in flight, which could result in damage to the airplane and hazards to persons or property on the ground.

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Required Actions

Install new anti-swivel plates and weights on the engine fan cowl door latches. Install a new hold-open device.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A319-131 and -132; A320-231, -232, and -233; and A321-131 and -231 series airplanes.

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