AD 2016-09-07

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

AD Number
2016-09-07
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-0250
FR Citation
81 FR 27298

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A318 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Airspeed indication discrepancies while flying at high altitudes in inclement weather, which could lead to unknown accumulation of ice crystals and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Replace certain pitot probes on the captain, first officer, and standby sides with certain new pitot probes.

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Compliance Time

Within 48 months of the effective date.

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Affected Aircraft

All Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes.

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