AD 2012-16-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A318-112 and -121 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Some nuts installed on the wing, including on primary structural elements, were found cracked.
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Required Actions
Inspect the fuel tank areas of the wings to determine if nuts with part number ASNA2531-4 are installed or cracked. Replace the affected nuts if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within the compliance times specified in the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A318-112 and -121 airplanes; Model A319-111, -112, -115, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-214, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-211, -212, -213, and -231 airplanes, with specific serial numbers listed in the AD.
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