AD 2008-02-15 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319 and A320 Series Airplanes

Models named: A319, A320 series, A319 series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes, certificated in any category, all certified models, all serial numbers (MSN); except airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. Model A320 series airplanes MSN 2164 through MSN 2688 that have partially received Airbus Modification 33421 in production are affected by the requirements of this AD. (1) Model A319 series airplanes that have received Airbus Modifications 28238, 28162, and 28342 in production, or Airbus Modification 33421 in production. (2) Model A320 series airplanes that have received Airbus Modification 33421 fully embodied in production.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) For A320-200 aircraft: Before the defined threshold or within the defined grace period after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, as listed in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1129, Revision 02, dated July 17, 2007, and following the instructions given in the service bulletin, perform an internal ultrasonic inspection of the lower stiffeners in the center and outer wing box at the level of the rib 1 junction to detect cracks, and if any crack is found, before further flight contact Airbus for repair instructions and repair. Repeat this inspection at the intervals defined in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of the service bulletin. Actions done before the effective date of this AD in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1129, Revision 01, dated July 28, 2006, are acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions of this paragraph. (2) For all aircraft: Before the defined threshold or within the defined grace period after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, as listed in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1130, Revision 02, dated July 17, 2007, and following the instructions given in the service bulletin, perform an external ultrasonic inspection of the lower stiffeners in the center and outer wing box at the level of the rib 1 junction to detect cracks, and if any crack is found, before further flight contact Airbus for repair instructions and repair. Repeat this inspection at the intervals defined in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of the service bulletin. Actions done before the effective date of this AD in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1130, dated September 10, 2004; or Revision 01, dated July 28, 2006; are acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions of this paragraph. (3) Modification of the aircraft in accordance with the instructions contained in Airbus Service Bulletins A320-57-1131, A320-57-1137, or A320-57-1140, all dated November 21, 2006; terminates the repetitive inspection requirements of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: (1) Although the MCAI or service information does not specify a compliance time for corrective action (repair of cracks), paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD require that the corrective action be done before further flight. (2) Although the MCAI and/or service information specify a compliance time for accomplishing the inspections after the effective date of the MCAI, this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Tim Dulin, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-2141; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0067R1, dated June 7, 2007; and Airbus Service Bulletins A320-57-1129 and A320-57-1130, both Revision 02, both dated July 17, 2007; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use the Airbus service information specified in Table 1 of this AD to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France. (3) You may review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Table 1.—Material Incorporated by Reference Airbus service bulletin Revision Date A320-57-1129, including Appendix 01 02 July 17, 2007. A320-57-1130, including Appendix 01 02 July 17, 2007. A320-57-1131, including Appendix 01 and excluding Appendix 02 Original November 21, 2006. A320-57-1137, including Appendix 01 and excluding Appendix 02 Original November 21, 2006. A320-57-1140, including Appendix 01 and excluding Appendix 02 Original November 21, 2006. Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 14, 2008. Stephen P. Boyd, Assistant Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8-970 Filed 1-23-08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) For A320-200 aircraft: Before the defined threshold or within the defined grace period after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, as listed in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1129, Revision 02, dated July 17, 2007, and following the instructions given in the service bulletin, perform an internal ultrasonic inspection of the lower stiffeners in the center and outer wing box at the level of the rib 1 junction to detect cracks, and if any crack is found, before further flight contact Airbus for repair instructions and repair. Repeat this inspection at the intervals defined in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of the service bulletin. Actions done before the effective date of this AD in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1129, Revision 01, dated July 28, 2006, are acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions of this paragraph. (2) For all aircraft: Before the defined threshold or within the defined grace period after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, as listed in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1130, Revision 02, dated July 17, 2007, and following the instructions given in the service bulletin, perform an external ultrasonic inspection of the lower stiffeners in the center and outer wing box at the level of the rib 1 junction to detect cracks, and if any crack is found, before further flight contact Airbus for repair instructions and repair. Repeat this inspection at the intervals defined in paragraph 1.E., “Compliance,” of the service bulletin. Actions done before the effective date of this AD in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1130, dated September 10, 2004; or Revision 01, dated July 28, 2006; are acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions of this paragraph. (3) Modification of the aircraft in accordance with the instructions contained in Airbus Service Bulletins A320-57-1131, A320-57-1137, or A320-57-1140, all dated November 21, 2006; terminates the repetitive inspection requirements of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: (1) Although the MCAI or service information does not specify a compliance time for corrective action (repair of cracks), paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD require that the corrective action be done before further flight. (2) Although the MCAI and/or service information specify a compliance time for accomplishing the inspections after the effective date of the MCAI, this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Tim Dulin, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-2141; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0067R1, dated June 7, 2007; and Airbus Service Bulletins A320-57-1129 and A320-57-1130, both Revision 02, both dated July 17, 2007; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use the Airbus service information specified in Table 1 of this AD to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France. (3) You may review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Table 1.—Material Incorporated by Reference Airbus service bulletin Revision Date A320-57-1129, including Appendix 01 02 July 17, 2007. A320-57-1130, including Appendix 01 02 July 17, 2007. A320-57-1131, including Appendix 01 and excluding Appendix 02 Original November 21, 2006. A320-57-1137, including Appendix 01 and excluding Appendix 02 Original November 21, 2006. A320-57-1140, including Appendix 01 and excluding Appendix 02 Original November 21, 2006. Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 14, 2008. Stephen P. Boyd, Assistant Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8-970 Filed 1-23-08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P