airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2026-08-27 · Effective 2026-10-01 · 91 FR 55250
Document
Document number
2026-17552
Federal Register citation
91 FR 55250
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus SAS
Publication date
2026-08-27
Effective date
2026-10-01
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2026-3879
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and - 233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a fatigue test that identified cracks in the forward and aft upper corner of the bulk cargo door. This AD requires a rototest inspection for cracks and applicable on-condition actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.