AD 98-12-33
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-111 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-211 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-212 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-214 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-231 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-232 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Airbus | A320-233 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking on the connecting angle between frame 56 and the right-hand frame support at stringer 38, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Perform a visual inspection for fatigue cracking on the connecting angle. If no cracking is detected, either replace the connecting angle with a new part or repeat the inspection at intervals not exceeding 12,000 flight cycles. If cracking is detected, replace the connecting angle prior to further flight.
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Compliance Time
Prior to the accumulation of 20,000 total flight cycles, or within 1,000 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A320 series airplanes on which Airbus Modification 20941 (Service Bulletin A320-53-1011) has not been accomplished.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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